I experimented with this recipe for Oktoberfest sandwiches the first time a few years ago as a way to use up leftover ham. It reminds me a lot of German cuisine because it has pork and apples. When I first tested this recipe, I used croissants. I finally found pretzel rolls, so I tried those out. The pretzel rolls are perfect. They’re chewy, crunchy, and so flavorful. If you can’t… View Post »
Growing up, home decor style
The more years that pass after you finish college, the less socially acceptable certain things become. Eventually, you start using plates and silverware that won’t melt in a dishwasher. Most of us graduate to a full bed or bed frame. At the moment, our family room is home to two Virginia Tech Pillow Pets and two Virginia Tech Snuggies. I think it’s getting to be time to upgrade add a few… View Post »
London Calling
Once upon a time, my father served on the Pennsylvania Trade Commission for a few years. He was included on a trip to London when I was 16 going on 17. My mother and I decided to go with him, while my poor older sister had finals and to settle with a study abroad trip to Australia to study birds. For biology credit. I had to dissect frogs (and… View Post »
The hardest part of moving is keeping track of your stuff
Sad play on a fantastic 2gether song. You’re welcome. When you move a lot, you do need to keep track of your stuff. My parents created an inventory of their possessions that moved with us all over the United States. Mac and I decided to do the same with our belongings. We kept the design pretty basic: information about each item and a picture. You will need: Paper to print inventory… View Post »
West End buffalo chicken wrap
Yet another recipe from my college days. The wrap place at West End generally put rice in these wraps, and they were extremely filling (like I could eat one wrap and not eat the rest of the day). So, you don’t have use rice if you don’t want full belly syndrome. Enjoy!
Sunday Social: flashbacks
1. What were you like in middle school and high school?Kind of nerdy and awkward. I got along with lots of different people but never was popular. 2. What were your favorite pastimes?I’ve always loved to read. 3. What songs were you obsessed with?Anything by Celine Dion, boy bands, Creed (hell, yes, I loved Creed). 4. What fashion statement do you look back at and cringe?In middle school, I was a… View Post »