Wk4: Cancer Research Institute

Donate to Cancer Research Institute
This organization not only works to treat cancer, but also to identify and prevent cancer.  I like how they work to fund many different programs and are not limited to just one type of cancer or a certain stage of cancer.  This groups ranked fairly high on Charity Navigator Rating, so I figured they could use the money.

Wk4: Same Old

Trying to coordinate finding new places can be hard when everyone just wants something familiar. We did On The Border for Mexican and Lamppost for pizza.  Both were good, but not new.  Next week. 

Wk4: post

I'll find something interesting to write home about next week.  Nothing but boring errands and job applications this week. 

Wk4: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time turned out to be an interesting and fun read.  The plot was about an autistic teen that is writing a story about his neighbor's murdered dog.  Throughout the book, the main character described his life and surroundings through his eyes as he investigated the crime.  At times I was worried for the character as it felt like he was letting me into his troublesome life.  The book was clever and eyeopening at the same time.  I think this book could even become a reread. 

Wk4: Cable Car Amber Ale

Cable Car Brewing Amber Ale was pretty good.  It has the "amber" flavor most people would think of with this kind of beer, but it is more subtle.  I liked how it wasn't overpowering and stayed refreshing.  I could easily polish off the six pack and I'd grab it again when I'm in the mood for an amber ale.

Wk4: Brussels Sprouts in Mustard Sauce

Wow!  I wanted to make a side dish and there was a sale going on for Brussels Sprouts at the grocery store.  I thought Brussels Sprouts in Mustard Sauce (Allrecipes) sounded good enough to try.  Boy was I wrong.  It was awful; I had to throw most of it down the garbage disposal.  It was so bad that I couldn't identify what was wrong with it.  I like to play a little fast and loose with my ingredients, but there wasn't too much lemon or mustard flavoring to make that the problem.  It tasted like it was missing something, but I can't think of what would help it.  I did put on too much sauce, but even the lightly coated sprouts were poisoned by the flavoring.  I'd say I'd try to make it again, but I seriously doubt that.  I think I just need to pretend this recipe never happened. 

Wk4: Vampire Vineyard: 2009 Merlot

Vampire Vineyards claims they were a winery before they were bandwagon shills.  I think they just want to cash in on the vampire craze.  Either way the Merlot didn't taste like blood and it didn't taste good.  The flavors were too pronounced and unrefined.  It is a young wine, but even Three-buck Chuck tastes more put together.  Maybe this brand would be a good conversation starter at a Twilight party.  Maybe.  Save your money. 

Wk4: Need a Drinking Buddy

Meh, not this week either.  I think next week feels more promising.