Just For Fun...

...found at American Digest.

...and another one

I suspect that Gerard is anti-pumpkin. 

In fact, based on his post about it, I'm pretty sure:

I couldn't leave it alone:

To be contrarian, pumpkin pie is one of my favorites, along with lemon creme pie.

So. On All Saints' Day, cut the pumpkin into chunks, and steam said chunks until the inside part ('guts') is soft. Scrape said guts into a mixing bowl, add pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon & nutmeg), and sugar as appropriate for the volume of guts or taste. 

Pour into pie crust(s), and bake at 475 deg F for 15 minutes, then 375 deg for about 45 min. Done when nothing sticks to a knife stuck into the middle when pulled out.

Serve with cream, whipped cream, or home made vanilla ice cream. (Recipe for *that* at the above listed blog.)

As promised. vanilla ice cream, below the fold.

Happy Birthday, Kiddo!!

Publicity still from one of her speaking engagements.

Door. Ass. Bang! (Bumped. Because.) Updated 1/22

Don't Call Us. We'll Call You.

Can't be too soon.

Thanks to Stilton! 

NOTE: Removed the link to the clock. I noticed it was starting to go wonky. Besides, we have the other one above.

Bretagne (Bumped and Updated) Bretagne Was Honored Before Her Passing

Bretagne has passed on.

Click the picture for the CBS video

More at the Houston Chronicle  Via @JusticeWillett

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I just didn't feel like trying to post anything for Patriots' Day (9/11) this year. I'm rather news-averse these days, what with all of the seriously bad insanity going on all over the world.  But today, I found this and needed to share:

You can see the rest here! 

Thanks to  weaselzippers and KLFY!!

Happy Mothers' Day!!

With nothing but respect to women raising children with dedication and love everywhere!

Giggle Du Jour...

...and more!


Found at Gerard's

The Last Two Weeks in Job Hunt Land

I have been looking for adjunct or full time teaching gigs ever since I didn't get called back two years ago. Last year was pretty much a loss, because on the five months of down time due to my back and the surgery. During that two years, I'd also applied at the local post office to be an RCA - "Rural Carries Associate".  Applied, tested, interviewed, then nada. I found out that the openings were cancelled.

I re-applied for the RCS position when I saw a new posting. Got interviewed, and have actually received an offer. During the paperwork phase of the offer, and just for completeness, I checked the "Yes" box in answer to the question "Do you have any back issues?" I don't think I really do these days, but the idea of them finding out about my back *after* an on the job injury just seemed fraught.

So, I have an appointment to see my doctor Tuesday, to have him sign off on me or note any restrictions.

Whilst all of that was happening, I've had two interviews at locals schools to which I applied for adjunct positions. I believe that offers will happen. That belief is based on the transcript and background check requests from both schools - the official crossing of Ts and dotting of Is they need to do before they can make an offer.  Which are not requested if an offer is not on their agenda.

The more I think about it, the more I prefer teaching. Actually, I'll be driving just about as much. but  the pay is better, and the schools are quite nice. Much better than ITT. I am also assured that a 'large' class is 10 students.

Still being grateful, and prayerful, in my own odd way.

Maybe I'll have a roof and heating oil this winter!!

Free Concerts...

...and a Flash Orchestra!!  (Updated and bumped!)



Via The Anchoress.

Merry Christmas!!

Update:  How they did it, from The Blaze.

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Avec update!)

The Kiddo PASSED THE BAR EXAM!!!

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYY!!!!  WOO-HOO!!!

Congratulations, Kiddo!!

She is now licensed to practice in two states.

We celebrated long-distance w/ burgers - she had McDonald's, I had Five Guys'.

(Me.  Proud?  Nah... )

Update:

Since Montana is a "Uniform Bar Exam" (UBE) state, she will also have  leg-up on practicing in eleven other states!  UBE state are: 

 Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

States have the option of simply allowing someone to practice, or may add other requirements as they see fit.