So, here's one of my many lessons learned in the first year of my undergraduate education...
Don't ever speed-date. It's a bad idea.
Too many free cookies, Laffy-Taffy's (even though they had yellow and banana IS my favorite EVER, too much of a good thing is not a good thing anymore!), too many GIRLS, and far too much of the essence of desperation and inevitable rejection. Yikes!
No one that goes to a speed-dating gathering is worthy of dating, ok? You're going to sit across from the creepy guy that wears a greasy ponytail and oversized black hoodie with some screamo band label on it, and that awkward two minutes of "dating" will consist of him telling you how much he hates the beautiful Southern private Christian school you're both attending.
And then, if you happen to meet an okay kind of guy... one that's halfway attractive and might possibly seem mature enough to at least carry on a conversation... if you mark his identification number, you're going to be facing one of two unfortunate possibilities. 1) He's either marked the identification numbers for EVERY GIRL IN THE PLACE, just to see who might be interested in him, or 2) You set yourself up for disappointment and rejection and hit yourself in the face for having written down his number when really you didn't but halfway consider him anyways! And then the entire group that's coordinating this event is going to be informed of your rejection, and it makes for a really awkward situation. And even if you do have a "match", if you see the person again, you will avoid each other like the plague afterwards, because really.. who goes speed-dating? I mean, seriously?
What a bad idea.
I'm glad I did it just to do it, though.
An interesting way to spend a Wednesday-before-Valentine's-Day.
A good story to tell, perhaps.
At least my real Valentine was much preferable to anyone I could've met speed-dating. I got to go out on a father-daughter date, and it was just splendid. We heard the Presidential chef Roland Meisner speak and give us a first-class dessert after dinner at Romano's, which is quite possibly my favorite restaurant. It was just perfect.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
a preppy, summery questionnaire
1. Favorite preppy designers? Hmm. I love J. Crew and Anthropologie and the idea of Lilly Pulitzer, but I only actually own something from Anthro.
2. Favorite preppy accessories? I like ballet flats and pleated skirts and sweatervests.
3. Any hobbies? Party-planning, baking, dancing, reading blogs, shopping, decorating, and dating.
4. Enjoy crafting, if so anything in particular? Oh, yes! I adore Martha Stewart, and I'm big on sewing. And decorating, be it cakes, rooms, parties, etc.
5. Favorite books/magazines? Harry Potter, Catcher in the Rye, C. S. Lewis, Georgia Nicolson books, Lloyd Alexander, to name a few. Magazines... I subscribe to Teen Vogue. I love Mary Englebreit, Martha Stewart Living, Country Living, Real Simple, Lucky...
6. Any other favorite things? Oh yes... trees, dresses, teacups, anything vintage, pearls, rhinestones, damask prints, lobster and fish and bird motifs, cookies, cakes, dancing, really big crystal punch bowls, weddings, college, parties...
7. Collect anything? I college antique hats, beaded bags and other purses, dresses (modern and vintage), rhinestone jewelry, teacups.
8. Any kids/pets? Nope and I'm anti-pet. I might get a cat someday, but that's it.
9. Any allergies? A lot of makeups make me have allergic reactions... Sonia Kashuk cocoa brown eyeliner, deoxidized fruit, any earrings that aren't pure gold or platinum (even though that doesn't keep me from wearing them anyways!). I'm not a fan of cigarette smoke, either.
10. Favorite thing to do in the Summer? Travel.
11. What most makes you think of Summer? Oh, so many things... colorguard, strawberry pies, parties, fireflies, lazy mornings, bright colors, foreign countries.
12. Favorite treat/drink? Oh gosh. I love oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and Kahlua coladas (although I never have had one, officially).
2. Favorite preppy accessories? I like ballet flats and pleated skirts and sweatervests.
3. Any hobbies? Party-planning, baking, dancing, reading blogs, shopping, decorating, and dating.
4. Enjoy crafting, if so anything in particular? Oh, yes! I adore Martha Stewart, and I'm big on sewing. And decorating, be it cakes, rooms, parties, etc.
5. Favorite books/magazines? Harry Potter, Catcher in the Rye, C. S. Lewis, Georgia Nicolson books, Lloyd Alexander, to name a few. Magazines... I subscribe to Teen Vogue. I love Mary Englebreit, Martha Stewart Living, Country Living, Real Simple, Lucky...
6. Any other favorite things? Oh yes... trees, dresses, teacups, anything vintage, pearls, rhinestones, damask prints, lobster and fish and bird motifs, cookies, cakes, dancing, really big crystal punch bowls, weddings, college, parties...
7. Collect anything? I college antique hats, beaded bags and other purses, dresses (modern and vintage), rhinestone jewelry, teacups.
8. Any kids/pets? Nope and I'm anti-pet. I might get a cat someday, but that's it.
9. Any allergies? A lot of makeups make me have allergic reactions... Sonia Kashuk cocoa brown eyeliner, deoxidized fruit, any earrings that aren't pure gold or platinum (even though that doesn't keep me from wearing them anyways!). I'm not a fan of cigarette smoke, either.
10. Favorite thing to do in the Summer? Travel.
11. What most makes you think of Summer? Oh, so many things... colorguard, strawberry pies, parties, fireflies, lazy mornings, bright colors, foreign countries.
12. Favorite treat/drink? Oh gosh. I love oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and Kahlua coladas (although I never have had one, officially).
Saturday, August 2, 2008
chicken and batman
I want to try...
Chicken, Feta Cheese, and Sun-Dried Tomato Wrap
INGREDIENTS
1/2 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato dressing
2 sun-dried tomatoes (not oil packed)
1/4 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon crumbled feta cheese
1 cup loosely packed torn fresh spinach
1 (10 inch) whole wheat tortillas
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato dressing
DIRECTIONS
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine chicken breast and tablespoon dressing. Seal, and refrigerate for several hours.
Preheat grill for high heat. Combine sun-dried tomatoes and hot water in a small bowl. Set aside for 10 minutes, drain, and cut tomatoes into thin slices.
Lightly oil grill grate. Discard marinade, and place chicken on grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, or until done.
Cut chicken into strips, and place in a medium bowl with sliced tomatoes, feta, and spinach. Toss with remaining tablespoon dressing. Distribute mixture between the four tortillas, and wrap. Either cut in half and enjoy cold, or place briefly back on grill until the tortilla turns warm and crispy.
I also want a nap. Mmm.
We went to see the new Batman flick at the drive-in movie theatre last night. Heath Ledger was, indeed, incredible. Oscar-worthy for shizzle.
Chicken, Feta Cheese, and Sun-Dried Tomato Wrap
INGREDIENTS
1/2 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato dressing
2 sun-dried tomatoes (not oil packed)
1/4 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon crumbled feta cheese
1 cup loosely packed torn fresh spinach
1 (10 inch) whole wheat tortillas
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato dressing
DIRECTIONS
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine chicken breast and tablespoon dressing. Seal, and refrigerate for several hours.
Preheat grill for high heat. Combine sun-dried tomatoes and hot water in a small bowl. Set aside for 10 minutes, drain, and cut tomatoes into thin slices.
Lightly oil grill grate. Discard marinade, and place chicken on grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, or until done.
Cut chicken into strips, and place in a medium bowl with sliced tomatoes, feta, and spinach. Toss with remaining tablespoon dressing. Distribute mixture between the four tortillas, and wrap. Either cut in half and enjoy cold, or place briefly back on grill until the tortilla turns warm and crispy.
I also want a nap. Mmm.
We went to see the new Batman flick at the drive-in movie theatre last night. Heath Ledger was, indeed, incredible. Oscar-worthy for shizzle.
Friday, August 1, 2008
states
Started in Tennessee.
Flew to Georgia (for about two hours), then to New York (for two weeks).
Planning a Kentucky Derby party.
I spent the summer working at Opryland Hotel as a pool server, bringing happy rich vacationing folk mojitos and chicken wraps. Then my sister broke her foot, so now I'm in Philadelphia, New York, baking cookies (okay, burning), walking the Beagle, and trying to convince a 9-month-old to play with his toys rather than Martha Stewart's organization handbook. Not as easy as it may sound, let me tell you.
I dreamt the night before last that Laken dyed her hair platinum and cut it off like Eleni.
Last night was spent dreaming of Opryland customer haunts and Kentucky Derby Party planning. Hence my party-planning spree.
Flew to Georgia (for about two hours), then to New York (for two weeks).
Planning a Kentucky Derby party.
I spent the summer working at Opryland Hotel as a pool server, bringing happy rich vacationing folk mojitos and chicken wraps. Then my sister broke her foot, so now I'm in Philadelphia, New York, baking cookies (okay, burning), walking the Beagle, and trying to convince a 9-month-old to play with his toys rather than Martha Stewart's organization handbook. Not as easy as it may sound, let me tell you.
I dreamt the night before last that Laken dyed her hair platinum and cut it off like Eleni.
Last night was spent dreaming of Opryland customer haunts and Kentucky Derby Party planning. Hence my party-planning spree.
Kentucky Derby Party Planning
Virgin Mint Juleps
INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
2 cups crushed ice
1/2 cup prepared lemonade
Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
DIRECTIONS
In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar and 1 tablespoon of chopped mint. Stir and bring to a boil. Cook until sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat and set aside to cool. After about an hour, strain out mint leaves.
Fill 2 cups or frozen goblets with crushed ice. Pour 1/2 of the lemonade into each glass and top with a splash of the sugar syrup. Garnish each with a mint sprig and a straw. Serve on a silver platter.
INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
2 cups crushed ice
1/2 cup prepared lemonade
Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
DIRECTIONS
In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar and 1 tablespoon of chopped mint. Stir and bring to a boil. Cook until sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat and set aside to cool. After about an hour, strain out mint leaves.
Fill 2 cups or frozen goblets with crushed ice. Pour 1/2 of the lemonade into each glass and top with a splash of the sugar syrup. Garnish each with a mint sprig and a straw. Serve on a silver platter.
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