May 12 2008
At The Close of Another Weekend
I think this weekend was a good one. I was able to mow the lawn (much to Nanuuq’s happiness, as in some areas, the grass was up to her tuchas) and help Renee in the yard as well as run through our usual errands. We also made it to Walmart where I was able to swap one of our empty propane tanks for a full one. Which meant I was able to grill up some hot dogs for Renee and I tried something new - grilling up some cheese quesadillas. And they came out pretty well.
Today was spent powerwashing the deck, where Renee was rearranging and setting up the furniture. I grilled up some chicken and we spent a nice, peaceful day together. I think she had a very good birthday and mother’s day.
We also got to see a little art film. I think it’s in limited release, not on too many screens. Something called Iron Man.
So yeah, I think this weekend capped off a pretty decent week, cable issues with the phone and the ‘net notwithstanding. Vince, Chris, and I recorded the second episode of 11 O’Clock Comics and that seems to have a few folks entertained. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to set up any Sneak Peeks for Marvel titles shipping next week, but I plan on being on the ball this Friday.
I almost forgot - Saturday night, I received a text message from Pat Loika (who was attending the Emerald City Comic Con) with the following image attached. I love the big guy and my infatuation with Jeff Parker continues to grow. Gentlemen, thank you both.
If you’re not reading X-Men: First Class, shame on you!
Glad to hear it was a good weekend! Have you tried grilling sweet potatoes? Good stuff, man. Peel ‘em and cut ‘em into medallions, maybe ¾ of an inch thick, par boil them for 3 or 4 minutes, lay out on aluminum foil and spray both sides with Pam and sprinkle with salt, grill both sides for about 20 minutes total. I usually grill them with the steaks/meat at the same time. Delicious!
So what did you think of Iron Man?!
Started listening to ep 2 of 11o’c this morning. You are an interesting crew. Funny. I was just writing this weekend about Alex Ross’ stuff that I’ve been exposed to and then I hear you guys riffing on him at the beginning of the ‘cast.
Love the Parker Cyclops Pat hooked you up with. Very nice. Have a good week, buddy.