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world's hottest chili pepper
ESPN’s Rob Stone vs. NMSU’s chili pepper (thanks to Joe Tan!)
Indian summer
Yesterday the temp reached a record high of 91. That’s really hot for October. We usually average in the 70′s as fall begins to settle in. This week however has been unseasonably warm with Friday being the hottest. We went to the annual chili cook-off last night, and it cooled off a little as the sun went down. But as the night grew, so did the crowd. Eating spicy food, lots of warm bodies in a tight space, and no air flow made for a pretty uncomfortable evening. Christine and I normally hit each booth and sample every chili; we’ll skip one if we already know we don’t like it. However we couldn’t finish the final stretch after filling up very quickly on chili and soda.
good fortune?
The other day, one of my buddies at work stopped at my desk asking if I wanted Chinese for lunch. I explained to him that I had no money, but he insisted and offered to pay. So I was game; I needed to get away anyway. We went to our usual place, a Chinese buffet with very good food at a very good price. After venting about work over crab rangoon and vegetable lo mein, he got the check along with our fortune cookies.
Mine said, “Your financial outlook is excellent.”
His said, “Be generous, and the favor will be returned within the week.”
I bought him lunch the next day.
11/365
Tonight, for dinner, the theme was “everyone fend for themselves”. So I pulled out this “hearty serving” of pork and mashed potatoes. It did not look as good as it did on the box (they never do), but it was actually pretty good. On a side note, my Flickr Pro account expired today, so I’ve been downgraded to the free account, which basically shows my last 200 pics. I plan to renew the Pro account after payday, along with all the other stuff (domain, hosting, etc).
7/365
“Aloha Makana”. Pineapple, mandarin oranges, and Canadian bacon (or what we call “ham”). It’s what’s for dinner.
coping
So I’m back up and online. I did not use a computer at all on Saturday. How was my day? Uneventful. Shutdown Day should’ve included TV, iPods, video games, radio, etc. And it’s my understanding that a good part of the online community did NOT shut down. (more…)
if you make it, they will come
chili cook-off 2006
Originally uploaded by Teny Jr.
CL and I enjoyed yet another Chili Cook-Off in downtown Belleville. A lot more competitors this year compared to last; lots of people showed up to eat some really good chili (and drink lots of beer). We ate so many samples of chili that we couldn’t finish the last 6 booths Friday night. We returned for lunch on Saturday to try the rest, then we purchased our favorites to take home.
blogdrive insanity
I’m late with this, but oh well…
Wednesday Mind Hump (Blogdrive Insanity)
1. How hot does it usually get in summer where you live?
Very. Usually 90′s, and with humidity, it feels much worse. Today it will feel like 115.
2. What’s your favorite ice cream treat (or other cold treat)?
Ben & Jerry’s Peanut Butter Cup ice cream (or any brand of cookies & cream)
3. What’s your favorite cold beverage?
Lemon-flavored iced tea – Nestea, Lipton (Brisk), or Arizona will do
4. Cubed or crushed ice?
Usually cubed, but I prefer crushed
5. Do you prefer swimming in a pool, lake, river or stream?
Definitely a pool
The “5-Second Rule” Rules
This cracks me up.
Researchers at the University of Illinois say the so-called “5-Second Rule” isn’t a myth. They say when you drop food on the floor, it’s still safe to eat if you pick it up within five seconds.
Just be wary of where you drop that potato chip.
The "5-Second Rule" Rules
This cracks me up.
Researchers at the University of Illinois say the so-called “5-Second Rule” isn’t a myth. They say when you drop food on the floor, it’s still safe to eat if you pick it up within five seconds.
Just be wary of where you drop that potato chip.
