The last few summers here in Oregon have been woefully inadequate. I’m from a sun loving state, so I need a couple good months of sun to replenish my vitamin D. This summer has been exactly what I needed! We’ve had a marathon run of cool mornings that turn into gloriously hot afternoons. I’ve beenContinue reading “it’s Margarita weather!”
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these work responsibilities are getting in the way of fun
Oh the rough job I have. Last minute email pleading we need you to go out to dinner. Well, you know me. There is nothing I hate MORE than going out to dinner. Fine. I’m a team player. I’ll help out just this once. Don’t even think of making a habit of this kind ofContinue reading “these work responsibilities are getting in the way of fun”
Bond, Jane Bond
In the 1953 Casino Royale, our hero Mr Bond invents a new drink. The Vesper. “A dry martini,” Bond said. “One. In a deep champagne goblet.” “Oui, monsieur.” “Just a moment. Three measures of Gordon’s, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it’s ice-cold, then add a large thin slice ofContinue reading “Bond, Jane Bond”