Any one going to Jazz Fest?

Jazz Fest will be upon us soon. The H family will be attending the first weekend.

It's a perfect day

1. Slept late
2. Had tea, checked email, talked to friends on phone
3. Made appointment for mani/pedi
4. Took Huey for a long walk
5. Ate a light lunch
6. Went to salon for mani/pedi
7. Went home, relaxed a bit with Mr. H
8. Took a shower
9. Went with Mr. H to Peel Gallery Shop to look at some photos
10. Found a cool table at Peel
11. Decided that we were hungry
12. Went to Dolce Vita
13. Home again with Huey

Because it is the simple things that make you truly happy

Pitted kalamata olives are truly one of nature's (and Whole Foods) best gifts.

Brunch!!!!

Every year we go to Brennan's for Easter brunch. It is loads of fun; they have bunnies that you can pet on the patio, and the food is outstanding. Every year, after returning from Brennan's, we fall into a food-induced coma that last for at least two hours.

Polaroid Question

Does anyone know if the Polaroid film problem has been resolved? I have a hankering for a Polaroid camera.

When in the District, eat at 2 Amys, then go to Georgetown Cupcakes

2 Amys is D.O.C. certified meaning that they have been recognized by the Italian government as authentic Neopolitan pizza makers. I had lunch there on Wednesday and loved it. The roasted olives are really good as well. I may try my hand at them tomorrow.

Georgetown Cupcakes is fabulous; their frosting is perfect. Fortunately, the line was not spilling onto the street when we went by and we were able to procure a mint chocolate, chocolate coconut, and a chocolate with vanilla frosting. Tasty, my friends.

Bonjour, Bush

We slept late this morning, had tea/coffee, and then walked from Cristina's house in Georgetown to the White House. On the way, we stopped at The Bread Line for a sandwich; delicious. Next up, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. We circled the White House, made it over to the World War II monument and discovered that it was windy and cold along the river. After a warm up at Starbucks we made our way back to the house for a cookie baking session.

On Vacation

I am in Washington visiting my friend Cristina. Later.

Rodeo Gelato

On Wednesday, we went to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to see John Fogerty. He is an amazing entertainer, and I hope to see him again soon. A friend of a friend is one of his guitar players, so it was fun to see him in action as well.

One of the main features at the rodeo is the food. They have fried Snickers, fried Twinkies, fried Oreos, etc. While I did not try any of those fried treats, I did spy a gelato stand. Gelato is not something that I usually ssociate with rodeos, but it was fantastic.

Thai is Tasty

1. Passion fruit and prosecco drinks are very easy to make. The ratio is 50/50, just make sure both are very cold. I used Zardetto Prosecco. It was recommended by the NY Times, and it is the only brand that my liquor store carries. I found passion fruit juice in the regular grocery store, much to my surprise.

2. Passion fruit juice and prosecco is very good with spicy Thai food. We journeyed out to Kanomwan last night for some spicy red soup and fried shrimp with chiles. Yum!

New Drink

On Wednesday night I had dinner with my friend, Catherine, at Dolce Vita. We had these amazing prosecco and passion fruit drinks. I purchased some passion fruit juice and will try to recreate them tomorrow.

Keeping it positive

Things I like.........

1. The blog, Stuff White People Like (Seriously, have these people been following me around?)

2. Sebastian Laminates Shampoo for nice shiny hair

3. Valerie McDaniel, our vet

4. Seeing so many people voting and caucusing last night

5. My comfy bed (the mattress is the brand with those talking sheep)

6. The way watching a Netflix movie makes me feel like I have actually accomplished something

7. My co-workers, Ashlea and Katie

8. My Gucci loafers, worn and comfortable

9. Pizza

10. Math games

Big Question

Does anyone know when the new season of Big Love will start?

The H Family Update

1. Huey got a bath a Gizzie's yesterday; he looks fluffy and beautiful. It won't last long.

2. I am looking for a platinum velvet fabric for my sofa. Let me know if you locate any.

3. I bought some Sebastian Laminates shampoo and conditioner today. I will let you know if I think is is worth it.

4. We are going to see John Fogarty at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. It is the world's largest rodeo.

5. Parent/teacher conferences were yesterday. I have a wonderful class and enjoyed talking to their parents about them.

6. Netflix may not be the thing for me. I don't seem to watch the movies.