We have gotten probably about 6-8 inches of snow today. I left work early and had the oddest deja vu sensation as I slowly traversed home through the piles of snow. It took me a good 1.5 hours to drive home. Thankfully I left early.
So, back to the deja vu. 2 years ago, we had a similar snowstorm on a Thursday just like today. It was also the end of February/beginning of March. Same type of snow, same long drive home. That day we ended up with 13 inches of snow and work actually closed on that Friday. I doubt we'll have that happen again, but who knows...it is still snowing. Anyway, I decided to take advantage of my "snow day" and start by shoveling snow. Well, most of you know the end of that story...a slip on a patch of ice, snap, crackle, pop, ambulance ride, lots of vicodin, crutches, surgery, plate and screws in the ankle, 4 weeks off of work and lots of sympathy.
I think I'm better prepared this time. I don't shovel, I have boots that fit, and I look at the ground when I walk. Still it's hard not to think about it when the weather and dates are all setting up to be quite similar.
I can't believe it's been 2 years since I fell. My ankle is drastically improved. It still gets sore and looks terrible with the scars and such. But, I'm able to play squash at the gym without too much trouble. I never would have thought that I'd ever get back to normal, but all in all I have.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Valentine's Recap
We are not known for going all out on any holiday, let alone Valentine’s Day. I’ve gotten some great gifts over the year around the holiday, but never on it. A dozen roses here and there, a pair of earrings, but again…not on the actual day.
This year we ended up having quite the Valentine’s Day. One of our current favorite restaurants, Café Levain, was offering a prix fixe menu on Valentine’s evening paired with a wine flight for a nice, economic stimulus friendly, price. So, we made reservations for 6:30 and headed out. We arrived at the restaurant and I knew we were in for a good night when I heard a live clarinetist playing the background music. As a clarinetist myself, I have no clue how he was able to play the entire time we were dining let alone if he played all evening. It was quite a nice touch and really added to my dining experience.
We had a great dinner complete with a Beet Salad for the first course. My meal followed next with Seared Dayboat Scallops with Parsnip-Potato “Risotto,” Parsnip Puree, Celery Leave - Herb Salad, Brown Butter, and Vanilla. The main course was a Grilled Rib of Beef with Roasted Polenta. The finishing touch was a Valrhona Chocolate Torte with a small scoop of White Chocolate Ice Cream. It was SOOOOO good.
From here we moved on to a Coffee/Wine Bar to listen to Machinery Hill. We know a member of the band and we’ve become quite the “groupies”. It’s an interesting musical genre – kind of Celtic, folksy, all wrapped up in one. On Saturday there was a large crowd gathered to relax, hang out and enjoy some music. Of note were the aged hippies that started dancing to the music. One guy looked exactly like Frasier Crane – only about 30 years older.
We ended the night when the band took their first break so we could go let the dogs out. It was a memorable Valentine’s Day….even with the wine flight!
This year we ended up having quite the Valentine’s Day. One of our current favorite restaurants, Café Levain, was offering a prix fixe menu on Valentine’s evening paired with a wine flight for a nice, economic stimulus friendly, price. So, we made reservations for 6:30 and headed out. We arrived at the restaurant and I knew we were in for a good night when I heard a live clarinetist playing the background music. As a clarinetist myself, I have no clue how he was able to play the entire time we were dining let alone if he played all evening. It was quite a nice touch and really added to my dining experience.
We had a great dinner complete with a Beet Salad for the first course. My meal followed next with Seared Dayboat Scallops with Parsnip-Potato “Risotto,” Parsnip Puree, Celery Leave - Herb Salad, Brown Butter, and Vanilla. The main course was a Grilled Rib of Beef with Roasted Polenta. The finishing touch was a Valrhona Chocolate Torte with a small scoop of White Chocolate Ice Cream. It was SOOOOO good.
From here we moved on to a Coffee/Wine Bar to listen to Machinery Hill. We know a member of the band and we’ve become quite the “groupies”. It’s an interesting musical genre – kind of Celtic, folksy, all wrapped up in one. On Saturday there was a large crowd gathered to relax, hang out and enjoy some music. Of note were the aged hippies that started dancing to the music. One guy looked exactly like Frasier Crane – only about 30 years older.
We ended the night when the band took their first break so we could go let the dogs out. It was a memorable Valentine’s Day….even with the wine flight!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Random Thoughts
A posting is in order if for no other reason than to move the Nexus down the page. While I’m thrilled at having a working loo once again, it’s time to move on.
Just some random thoughts on a Friday…
Why is it that with a history degree I actually tend to dismiss reading historical fiction? You would think that I would love it, but alas…I really don’t. However, if anyone has a book title that is a must read that is historical fiction, pass it along. I might reconsider.
How come in the fall an air temperature of 32 feels downright cold and in February it feels like shorts weather? I do know the answer to this one, but it still is rather perplexing from a strictly 32 degree temperature reading.
Why is it that some days productivity comes so easily and the next it is so difficult?
How come it feels like Friday will never arrive and then on the other hand you can’t believe how quick the week went?
OK, these random thoughts are a little annoying, but I didn’t have a full-blown post in me today.
Have a good weekend!
Just some random thoughts on a Friday…
Why is it that with a history degree I actually tend to dismiss reading historical fiction? You would think that I would love it, but alas…I really don’t. However, if anyone has a book title that is a must read that is historical fiction, pass it along. I might reconsider.
How come in the fall an air temperature of 32 feels downright cold and in February it feels like shorts weather? I do know the answer to this one, but it still is rather perplexing from a strictly 32 degree temperature reading.
Why is it that some days productivity comes so easily and the next it is so difficult?
How come it feels like Friday will never arrive and then on the other hand you can’t believe how quick the week went?
OK, these random thoughts are a little annoying, but I didn’t have a full-blown post in me today.
Have a good weekend!
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