When in Texas

So a long time ago a group of coworkers an I made a list of all the states we visited. The only way you could check it of was if you actually did something there. You were supposed to be able to say.."Remember the time in...when we..."

Well, Texas was not one of the states I had checked off. Aside from flying through Houston, I had no real experience to brag about in the lone star state. Well that's all changed. As I write to you from Ft Worth- where the stars at night are big and bright...I am pleased to say that I will fondly recall that time in Texas when I raced an "Armadilla"

Dave Navaro

Great interview with Howard Stern. Dave had to defend his sexuality left and right. Nobody likes him. I didn't. Now, I think I do. He apparently has a show on mania tv ?

I need to check it out

Attention Blackberry users: Dial with text !

Spread the word! EVERY BlackBerry User should be aware of this.

How To Dial Phone Numbers That Contain Text:
* Open the Phone Application
* Dial Your Numbers per Normal (1800)
* When it comes time to Dial a Letter, Hold Down the ALT key and dial the letters (GOT JUNK)
* Once you are looking at what you want to dial (1800GOTJUNK), Call the Number
* Your BlackBerry will Automatically convert the Text into the Appropriate Number (in this case 18004685865)

Airplane hatred

I am sitting on flight 98 from EWR to LAX and I can't believe how many annoying people there are around me. This one needs leg room, that one won't switch to the aisle, no room for bags- loud voices on cell phones- OMG !

One Sentence - True stories, told in one sentence.

"I finally realized that high school was over (a year later), when I couldn't figure out how to re-fold a note I found"

Crocs- I caved

They really are comfy. Pink. Furlined. I promise not to leave the house with them.

Rico takes his meds !

Best Miso Black Cod recipe

This could be one of the best things I have ever eaten. Even if you don't like fish-its impossible to not love this !

Enjoy

Miso
6 1/2 tablespoons sake
6 1/2 tablespoons mirin (japanese rice wine)
3/4 cup of sugar
10 oz white miso paste

2 Fresh Cod, Halibut or Salmon filets, each about 4oz, still with the skin on but any pin bones removed.

1. About 2 days ahead, make the miso. In a heavy bottomed non reactive saucepan, bring the sake and mirin to a boil, continue to boil for about two or three minutes to let the alcohol evaporate.

2. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the sugar until it dissolves, then slowly mix in the miso paste, a little at a time. Cook over a medium heat, stirring constantly so as not to let the mixture burn for about ten - fifteen mins.
(A Gary Tip: the more white miso paste you use in this mix the sweeter it turns out)

3. Strain the mixture through a strainer to remove any lumps, then let cool and chill until very cold.

4. Place the fish in a nonreactive container, pour a good splash of the miso over each fillet, and let it marinate for about 1-2 days in a refrigerator.

5. When you want to cook the fish, heat a broiler or oven to 400 degrees F, place the fillets in the broiler pan or a non-stick baking sheet and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning once if broiling, until cooked through and golden on the outside.

6. Place on a plate and drizzle any extra Miso over it and enjoy.

Lexi's hair from behind

Straight up!

We took Alexis to get her hair straightened today ! It looks so amazing and she is soo happy. It took about 3 hours but when we were done the nest was gone.