Homemade bread—it’s a simple pleasure that has captivated home cooks for generations. As I ponder the mysteries of this humble culinary delight, I can’t help but marvel at its ability to inspire both awe and frustration in equal measure. There is something inherently magical about the process of making bread from scratch. The alchemy ofContinue reading “The Enigmatic Allure of Homemade Bread”
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A Tale of Two Generations: Millennials vs. Generation X Latchkey Kids
Millennials and Generation X—two generations separated by time and experience, yet both with their own unique quirks and characteristics. As I reflect on the differences between these two groups, I can’t help but chuckle at the contrast between the latchkey kids of Generation X and the pampered millennials of today. Growing up as a latchkeyContinue reading “A Tale of Two Generations: Millennials vs. Generation X Latchkey Kids”
The Pizza Predicament: A Tale of Room Service Regret
Room service—a luxury reserved for those who prefer the comfort of their hotel room to the hustle and bustle of the outside world. As I perused the menu, my eyes were immediately drawn to the promise of delicious gourmet pizza, delivered right to my door with a mere phone call. I placed my order withContinue reading “The Pizza Predicament: A Tale of Room Service Regret”
The Curious Case of Dental Trade Show Swag: A Collector’s Chronicle
Dental trade shows—a curious world where dental professionals gather to learn about the latest advancements in oral care and, of course, to snag as much swag as humanly possible. It’s a phenomenon that I like to call “swag hunting,” and let me tell you, it’s a sport unlike any other. As I wandered the aislesContinue reading “The Curious Case of Dental Trade Show Swag: A Collector’s Chronicle”
Chilled to the Bone: A Tale of Hotel Air Conditioning Woes
Ah, hotel air conditioning—the great equalizer of travel discomfort. No matter where you go or how much you pay for a room, the chances are high that you’ll encounter an air conditioning unit that seems determined to make your stay as chilly and drafty as possible. It all starts innocently enough. You enter your room,Continue reading “Chilled to the Bone: A Tale of Hotel Air Conditioning Woes”
Coin Rings and Things
They say that idle hands are the devils workshop. Sometimes I get bored and fall into YouTube black holes. A little while back I ended up in a random excursion into the realm of coin rings. By coin rings, I am talking about turning a United States quarter dollar coin into a piece of jewelry;Continue reading “Coin Rings and Things”
Heine-keg Lamp
As you already know, sometimes I get bored and head out to the garage to do “stuff.” A little while back after finishing a delicious 5L Heinekin Mini-Keg, I decided it would be fun to turn it into a lamp for the hobby/media room. I began with an empty mini-keg and drilled a whole inContinue reading “Heine-keg Lamp”
Las Vegas: In search of “Big Elvis”
Apparently this particular Elvis I was in search of is quite rotund and does an excellent impersonation of The King. Rumor has it he frequents the piano bar at “The Flamingo” and “Harrah’s” on Fridays. With only this half-assed information to go on, we knew he was somewhere in this city and it was on us to find him.
A Mammal Named Jack (Mamsy)
Kris and I have a house-cat named Jack. I’m pretty sure we adopted him sometime in 2013 from a crazy cat lady named Brenda. When I say “crazy cat lady,” I say that with a twinge of humor as she isn’t really crazy at all, just unique. This tale isn’t about “Brenda – The CrazyContinue reading “A Mammal Named Jack (Mamsy)”
The Bombardment of Algiers
As many of you may already know, I completed my first massive puzzle this past winter; the 5000 piece Ravensburger “Sistine Chapel Ceiling” puzzle. Well, the puzzle-bug has bitten me once again and I am preparing to begin another massive puzzle. This time I have “upped my game” and have chosen to jump to 9000Continue reading “The Bombardment of Algiers”
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