Star Kitchen,
You let me down. Big time. I know we've had at least one good meal together - you remember? That time I came for Dim Sum on a Sunday afternoon? It was decent. I thought we were friends.
But then today, your Chow Fun with vegetables was just all wrong! First it's a box of noodles and a container of the goodies. What!? Why aren't they mixed? Then, the sauce is so-so, and - let's be honest - the noodles were not wide rice noodles. They were pretty much just regular old skinny noodles.
Once again confirmed that there is no good Chinese food here in Denver.
Thanks a lot, Star Kitchen.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Monday, November 29, 2010
New Round-up
Falling... off... the bandwagon... must post immediately!
Seems like the media has been going nuts lately: elections, leaks, holidays, Koreans. I would spend my time reading news reports from all perspectives if I had the time (and internet at home)! My 2 cents --
Elections:
Perhaps not so wise for Egypt to refuse international observers. 80 million people. Tourism the main industry. $1.56 billion in aid each year (from the U.S. alone!). Candidates put in the hospital. Citizens shooting each other. Ran out of ballots.
Haiti's elections? Pretty much a failure before they even took place.
N. Korea bombing S. Korea - showing the new underling how it's done? Exercising a little military might to shake things up a bit? Get a little attention, maybe.
Wiki leaks. I think it's super interesting to compare the British version of the story with the American story. British wouldn't shush up about it. They thought we Americans were conniving for spying on the U.N. They thought the world should know that Saudi Arabia is pressuring the U.S. to attack Iran. Americans, on the other hand, played it down. A lot. Morning news rolled around to the story 20 minutes into the hour. There were maaaaybe a few impolitic things released. No big deal. Some smallish middle eastern countries put a teeny bit of pressure on western countries, perhaps hinting or suggesting the U.S., to maybe stand up to Iran. Right.
I think most of the Wiki leaks, while not wrong were probably released with a tad of malicious revenge in mind. Like a bratty tattle tale who you want to think is annoying, but you have to admit is actually telling the truth. But, there are things in there (of course, it's a quarter of a million correspondences!) that really should be released to the public. I guess, generally, I think Wiki leaks provides a public service, even if they could have a bit more discretion about what's really important for the public to know, not just deliciously entertaining political gossip. The U.S. will play dumb about it for awhile. Countries the already don't like the U.S. will grumble. But structuralists win the day and all will blow over.
Seems like the media has been going nuts lately: elections, leaks, holidays, Koreans. I would spend my time reading news reports from all perspectives if I had the time (and internet at home)! My 2 cents --
Elections:
Perhaps not so wise for Egypt to refuse international observers. 80 million people. Tourism the main industry. $1.56 billion in aid each year (from the U.S. alone!). Candidates put in the hospital. Citizens shooting each other. Ran out of ballots.
Haiti's elections? Pretty much a failure before they even took place.
N. Korea bombing S. Korea - showing the new underling how it's done? Exercising a little military might to shake things up a bit? Get a little attention, maybe.
Wiki leaks. I think it's super interesting to compare the British version of the story with the American story. British wouldn't shush up about it. They thought we Americans were conniving for spying on the U.N. They thought the world should know that Saudi Arabia is pressuring the U.S. to attack Iran. Americans, on the other hand, played it down. A lot. Morning news rolled around to the story 20 minutes into the hour. There were maaaaybe a few impolitic things released. No big deal. Some smallish middle eastern countries put a teeny bit of pressure on western countries, perhaps hinting or suggesting the U.S., to maybe stand up to Iran. Right.
I think most of the Wiki leaks, while not wrong were probably released with a tad of malicious revenge in mind. Like a bratty tattle tale who you want to think is annoying, but you have to admit is actually telling the truth. But, there are things in there (of course, it's a quarter of a million correspondences!) that really should be released to the public. I guess, generally, I think Wiki leaks provides a public service, even if they could have a bit more discretion about what's really important for the public to know, not just deliciously entertaining political gossip. The U.S. will play dumb about it for awhile. Countries the already don't like the U.S. will grumble. But structuralists win the day and all will blow over.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving!*
I love remember this day from when we were kids. After a half day at school, we'd sprint home from the bus stop (cracking ice, if there was any) and race into the house. Dad would be home already, which was unusual because he was never home during the weekday. Mom would be yelling at us to get out of her kitchen and stop picking at the stuffing. She made it seem like she was annoyed, but we all know she loved it. The house would already be warm, busy, smelling like cooking. Grandma and Grandpa would be visiting up from the south (you know, that area below the Mason-Dixon line). A fire would be going and everyone would be totally off the walls just from the idea of Thanksgiving.
As we got older, it meant that Andy or Ellen would be home from college, which was always exciting. We would rush out to the driveway when they pulled up and feel grateful to drag their dirty laundry into the house (or, in Andy's case, it was more like picking up a sock from the front seat, a tee-shirt from the trunk). They seemed older each time. I guess they probably thought the same about the three of us.
There would be talk of strategy: do you eat a lot the day before to stretch the stomach, or do you starve yourself to be really good and ready to stuff your face the next day. It was a tough decision. I'm a starve-yourself-the-day before kind of girl, myself. Well, not really. In theory I am, but - let's be honest - I can't really ever go more than a few hours without eating. Realistically, I would just have a small breakfast the morning of Thanksgiving.
One year, we secretly planned for Diana to come home and surprise mom. I will never, ever forget the look on mom's face. She was so surprised and happy that she started crying. Sneaky us! I loved coming home from college - the air smells so good on the Cape, and the stars are so bright. Nothing is like that first step out of the car, home for Thanksgiving, during freshman year of college. Later, it was always just a few days after the Philly marathon. The whole week seemed like a treat: the marathon, the post-marathon laziness, the eating, the family. My first Thanksgiving away from home was in Peru. I made stuffing from scratch and we had all of our Peruvian friends over after work that day. And our British friend. First year of law school I didn't go home and was invited to an east coast transplant/orphan Thanksgiving dinner. Last year was in D.C. (and Mom did a Second Thanksgiving at home a few weeks after that!). This year, Denver.
Wherever you are, be thankful.
*This message is one day early because I probably won't have internet tomorrow.
I love remember this day from when we were kids. After a half day at school, we'd sprint home from the bus stop (cracking ice, if there was any) and race into the house. Dad would be home already, which was unusual because he was never home during the weekday. Mom would be yelling at us to get out of her kitchen and stop picking at the stuffing. She made it seem like she was annoyed, but we all know she loved it. The house would already be warm, busy, smelling like cooking. Grandma and Grandpa would be visiting up from the south (you know, that area below the Mason-Dixon line). A fire would be going and everyone would be totally off the walls just from the idea of Thanksgiving.
As we got older, it meant that Andy or Ellen would be home from college, which was always exciting. We would rush out to the driveway when they pulled up and feel grateful to drag their dirty laundry into the house (or, in Andy's case, it was more like picking up a sock from the front seat, a tee-shirt from the trunk). They seemed older each time. I guess they probably thought the same about the three of us.
There would be talk of strategy: do you eat a lot the day before to stretch the stomach, or do you starve yourself to be really good and ready to stuff your face the next day. It was a tough decision. I'm a starve-yourself-the-day before kind of girl, myself. Well, not really. In theory I am, but - let's be honest - I can't really ever go more than a few hours without eating. Realistically, I would just have a small breakfast the morning of Thanksgiving.
One year, we secretly planned for Diana to come home and surprise mom. I will never, ever forget the look on mom's face. She was so surprised and happy that she started crying. Sneaky us! I loved coming home from college - the air smells so good on the Cape, and the stars are so bright. Nothing is like that first step out of the car, home for Thanksgiving, during freshman year of college. Later, it was always just a few days after the Philly marathon. The whole week seemed like a treat: the marathon, the post-marathon laziness, the eating, the family. My first Thanksgiving away from home was in Peru. I made stuffing from scratch and we had all of our Peruvian friends over after work that day. And our British friend. First year of law school I didn't go home and was invited to an east coast transplant/orphan Thanksgiving dinner. Last year was in D.C. (and Mom did a Second Thanksgiving at home a few weeks after that!). This year, Denver.
Wherever you are, be thankful.
*This message is one day early because I probably won't have internet tomorrow.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Living the Dream
Today has been such a good day, so far!
Went for a run around City Park. I'm not fast, but I feel less out of breath and am slowly inching to longer runs. Given that my first run was a 10 min jog 4 weeks ago, I'm psyched!
I studied at a cafe for a bit then got to take some friends (and the baby formerly known as smudge!) to the airport. I love playing with that little baby! He laughs when I come in the room and then proceeds to pull out my curls. I stop him before he puts my hair in his mouth, though. A-dorable!
I forgot to mention: I am done with 2 of my classes! I just have 2 little papers, left. Hard to believe.
Okay, are you ready for the indulgence? I bought a book today. A novel! Wait, maybe I should say, "The Federal Loan Division of the U.S. Government bought a book today." (Oooh, bookstores are so dangerous. You can dress me up but you can't take me anywhere! Now I remember why I don't let myself go into any bookstore ... except occassionally to Goodwill's back section with 10 cent used books.) I just ... it was ... I just love books! And, this is embarrassing, I bought it because of its cover (G'ah! I totally judged a book by its cover. ) It was minimalist, outdoorsy and winter-looking. Small. Written by someone from Massachusetts. Had a shiny little "Pulitzer Prize Winner" sticker. I couldn't resist. Behold the little gem:
As I had heard nothing of it before buying it on a whim, I checked out the review. I'm saving it as my snuggle-up-with-a-good-book on Thanksgiving.
P.S. Even the Indonesian government remembered the Jews, unlike Colorado, apparently.
Went for a run around City Park. I'm not fast, but I feel less out of breath and am slowly inching to longer runs. Given that my first run was a 10 min jog 4 weeks ago, I'm psyched!
I studied at a cafe for a bit then got to take some friends (and the baby formerly known as smudge!) to the airport. I love playing with that little baby! He laughs when I come in the room and then proceeds to pull out my curls. I stop him before he puts my hair in his mouth, though. A-dorable!
I forgot to mention: I am done with 2 of my classes! I just have 2 little papers, left. Hard to believe.
Okay, are you ready for the indulgence? I bought a book today. A novel! Wait, maybe I should say, "The Federal Loan Division of the U.S. Government bought a book today." (Oooh, bookstores are so dangerous. You can dress me up but you can't take me anywhere! Now I remember why I don't let myself go into any bookstore ... except occassionally to Goodwill's back section with 10 cent used books.) I just ... it was ... I just love books! And, this is embarrassing, I bought it because of its cover (G'ah! I totally judged a book by its cover. ) It was minimalist, outdoorsy and winter-looking. Small. Written by someone from Massachusetts. Had a shiny little "Pulitzer Prize Winner" sticker. I couldn't resist. Behold the little gem:
As I had heard nothing of it before buying it on a whim, I checked out the review. I'm saving it as my snuggle-up-with-a-good-book on Thanksgiving.
P.S. Even the Indonesian government remembered the Jews, unlike Colorado, apparently.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Rookie Mistake
Do not forget about the second day soreness.
Ouch.
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What do you think about this: The Colorado state government buildings have massive nutcrackers and Jesus scenes literally on the buildings. Not just a string of lights. Not just a Christmas tree. Not a tree and a menorah. No inkling of blue or white, dreidel or anything. If there were some Hannukah stuff on there, I'd still find the Jesus stuff a little over the top, but acceptable given the equal representation. But, as it is, I find the Jesus scenes to be distasteful, offensive, exclusive, and a violation of the separation of church and state.
Ouch.
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What do you think about this: The Colorado state government buildings have massive nutcrackers and Jesus scenes literally on the buildings. Not just a string of lights. Not just a Christmas tree. Not a tree and a menorah. No inkling of blue or white, dreidel or anything. If there were some Hannukah stuff on there, I'd still find the Jesus stuff a little over the top, but acceptable given the equal representation. But, as it is, I find the Jesus scenes to be distasteful, offensive, exclusive, and a violation of the separation of church and state.
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