Music Video Thursday
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Today you get one of my all time favorite songs. She's a lady that needs no introduction. Just pure unabashed worship.
I give you, Nina Simone.
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I give you, Nina Simone.
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Sunday, May 24, 2009
Remember those White Chocolate Sour Cream Amaretto cupcakes?
And remember how I posted the recipe for the cupcakes and the frosting here in cyberspace?
Well, I recently made these bad boys again for our annual beach trip and this time I made the frosting myself. (Last time I used a co-worker's left over frosting.) Turns out milk is NOT an acceptable substitute. Stick with the half and half. Trust me. Major difference. And while we're amending things, I think the vanilla extract gives a sweeter taste than the almond extract. Just saying.
That's all.
Carry on then.
Twitter Dee Dee and Twitter Dah Dah
Friday, May 22, 2009
I don't do Twitter. But if I did, here are my hypothetical tweets or twits (or whatever they're called...)
- Eating salads proves to be inherently messy and I'm getting lazier with my salad manners. Should I care about the various bits of leaves and carrots dangling from my mouth while in the presence of co-workers?
- Why are Jon & Kate Plus Crazy on the cover of every magazine? I am tired of them. And so is the rest of America.
- Remember the Bane of My Existence? Well it has returned. With a vengeance! But I shall conquer it once more! Because I am a woman in possession of two opposable thumbs, so hear me roar!
- I recently met someone who flat out refuses to read. Anything. No magazines, newspapers, Internet, blogs, Playboy, books, books on tape, CD covers. Nothing, Nada, ZERO. I asked "Are you a vacation reader?" No. "Are you a once in a blue moon reader?" Never. "Are you a closet reader?" The door is wide open and there ain't no shelves for books. He said "I don't read. Period. I don't find it beneficial." To which I thought, thank ya Jesus I live in a republic and not a straight out democracy. Because that.is.scary.
- Summertime makes me very happy. VERY happy. It's all the vitamin D. I could never overdose on it.
- Twitter really suits the random minded (like myself) or the bored ...(also ...like myself.) This is why it must be avoided. I draw the line at you Twitter. But at least it will give Ashton Kutcher and me something to talk about now besides Oprah.
Music Video Thursday
Thursday, May 21, 2009
This lovely little clip is from the epic Bollywood film Jodhaa Akbar starring Somanna's fantasy wife Aishwarya Rai and Hrithik Roshan, another big Bollywood star. Musical powerhouse A. R. Rahman, from Slumdog Millionaire, composed the soundtrack for this film as well, which offers no surprise given his musical genius.
I haven't seen Jodhaa Akbar yet, but Somanna played this song for me and I am absolutely in love with it. I find it very calming and a great antidote to stressful days. Seriously, just play it a few times on a rough day. It will soothe your soul.
This scene depicts the moments before the two protagonists wed, as the holy men sing a song to praise Allah. You can learn more about movie here. Or just add it on to your Netflix Queue like moi! Who doesn't need a good ancient love story on a rainy weekend or ho hum weeknight?
Enjoy the lovely music and Happy Thursday!
Catch Up Blogging
Sunday, May 17, 2009
So we have some long overdue blogging. Forgive us, but life has been busy in a super fun way. So let's jump right in shall we?
Once upon a time, all the way back in early April, there was this holiday called Easter. With rabbits, eggs and Crucifixions, oh my! We headed to Staunton, Virginia to visit the family and good times of course ensued. The weather was a wee bit chilly, so that kept us indoors a bit more than we would have liked. But the dreary weather didn't stop this wee one from braving the elements.
My self esteem took a beating when I realized that a 2 1/2 year old can outlast me in cold weather. I am totally screwed if Survivor ever took an Artic theme.
Anyhoo, on Saturday, Bob Andrew, Somanna and I ventured into Harrisonburg to dine at Taste of Thai, which specializes in seriously fabulous Thai food. I hope the pictures will convey what words, sadly, cannot.
Bros before Ho's!
My Favorite Curry:)
Andrew drove us to Harrisonburg with his new permit skillz in the new-to-my-rents Lincoln town car. I opted to sit in the front passenger seat, trying my darndest to look as young as possible, quite a challenge when you are riding in the AARP's official mode of transportation.
Hey there little guy, I'm gonna need to see some identification if you want that Senior Citizen discount!
And since I opted to sit up front, it thus became my responsibility to supervise Andrew's driving. I actually had a tough time with this because a.) Andrew's a good driver and b.) that town car is one smooooth ride. Bob & Somanna passed out five minutes after we got on the interstate. Meanwhile I'm peeling my eyelids back Joan Rivers style trying to stay awake. Thanks for the support fellas!
After we returned from our scrumptious meal, we lounged around and shot the breeze. Later on we watched Bolt, a super cute and very funny animated film. Sunday we went to church and afterwards celebrated Elder Bob's birthday with some homemade carrot cake.
In case you were wondering, uh YES, it was as good as it looks!
Overall, we had a nice relaxing trip and it's always fun to hang with la familia.
Plus Bob & Rosie shared with us, rather Joe shared with us, that they are indeed knocked up so for those of you counting that's baby # 4 and we are all hoping for a girl! Because believe me, they have run out of boy names that they can agree on.
Congrats yall and yay for babies!! (from other people! Yay!!)
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