Friday night, Joey and I went out with two other couples from our church. The plan was to meet at Chubby’s, supposedly a Mexican restaurant in a less than pretentious part of town, which no one had frequented prior to this night. But hey, we’re adventurous (or trying to be) so we headed out with low-medium hopes. We were the first to arrive at this fine establishment and decided to go ahead and wait for the others inside. You know that feeling of confusion you get when you’re trying to read directions on a box only to realize, belatedly that they’re in another language? Well, if you can relate, then you’re close to experiencing our night. It was indeed, a Mexican place which served food; a dining establishment, it was not. A bar lined one wall of the galley, which was less for eating than waiting on one’s order while the opposite wall contained a cutout masquerading as a counter for orders. As Joey and I made our way in to wait for the others, we had the distinct feeling of being out of place. However, one look at the menu explained the bustling scene we stumbled upon (okay, really walked into directly, but I’m convinced everyone else there thought we were lost by the quizzical looks thrown our way). Burritos smothered in green chili - $5. Half dozen tamales - $6. A great story to tell once safely back in suburbia – Priceless. Nevertheless, once the others arrived, it was quickly decided Chubby’s was not the ideal place to sit and shoot the breeze over chips and salsa.
Round 2 found us at Gaetano’s. With a wait of 45 minutes or more, no amount of delicious smelling Italian food could hold our attention. We will return though, if only to soak up the Denver mob history which resides at 3760 Tejon Street.
Success at last. When all else fails, La Loma Mexican Restaurant will prevail. Even with a full parking lot, the wait was short, the food satisfying, and above all else, an atmosphere conducive to lingering and laughing. After our long night of restaurant hopping, our group was ready to do plenty of both. We had a great time catching up with friends and swapping grandparent stories.
Oh, and we definitely plan on visiting Chubby’s after church. Joey pass up a cheap burrito and green chili? I think not.
What was for dinner? mmmm...Maggiano's
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Trash Day with a Dusting of Powder
Every Wednesday is trash day and every other Wednesday is recycle day. We have missed recycle day for the past month (or more), but today Joey was determined NOT to miss the truck. Recycle guy comes at exactly 7:00am (Garbage guy is a more lazy 11:00am – 3:00pm kinda guy) which wouldn’t usually be a problem, but we didn’t get to bed until late last night and not even Shep was stirring by then. Alas, crisis averted. Joey jumped out of bed, ran downstairs and set the bins out just in time. If we had missed recycle guy again, it was mutually understood between us that garbage guy was getting waaay more than his usual share of refuse this week and we’d try saving the planet again in two weeks.
Headed to the dog park with Shep this afternoon only to be surprised by sudden snow and freezing wind! So rarely is the weatherman correct here, I completely ignored the forecast. Today, apparently, he got it right. Good for him. In light of the weather, I will be catching up on reading for book club. We are currently reading Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith by Jon Krakauer. It is not a book I would choose to read voluntarily, but that is the point of a book club, no? Joey is currently reading a mystery novel, The Cat Who Went Up the Creek by Lilian Jackson Braun. So far he seems to be enjoying it when he has time to read. I have yet to ask him if the cat went up the creek with or without a paddle. Maybe that’s the mystery…
What’s for dinner? Petite sirloin steaks, mashed sweet potatoes and sautéed yellow squash
Headed to the dog park with Shep this afternoon only to be surprised by sudden snow and freezing wind! So rarely is the weatherman correct here, I completely ignored the forecast. Today, apparently, he got it right. Good for him. In light of the weather, I will be catching up on reading for book club. We are currently reading Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith by Jon Krakauer. It is not a book I would choose to read voluntarily, but that is the point of a book club, no? Joey is currently reading a mystery novel, The Cat Who Went Up the Creek by Lilian Jackson Braun. So far he seems to be enjoying it when he has time to read. I have yet to ask him if the cat went up the creek with or without a paddle. Maybe that’s the mystery…
What’s for dinner? Petite sirloin steaks, mashed sweet potatoes and sautéed yellow squash
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Saturday Laughs, Sunday Skating
Saturday:
Ah, we were bums. Okay, I was more the bum than Joey. I was sitting at the bar eating Fruit Loops (don't judge, they have no age limit) and he comes down the stairs, head to toe in spandex. Which, without context would be disturbing, but he was headed out for a morning bike ride. Briefly, our juxtaposing morning activities bothered me, but I comforted myself with the thought that I would put in some time on the Wii Fit.
That afternoon I began prepping for dinner. Joey and I invited six (+ two adorable little ones) of our friends over that night and I decided to cook for everyone. I had pre-made white cheddar cheese puffs which turned out to be delicious! Definitely worth making ahead of time and keeping some in the freezer for an easy appetizer or snack. The main meal consisted of garlic herb chicken with tomatoes and a two cheese blend, risotto with zucchini spears, green beans with crisp shallots, and a mixed baby green salad with feta, blueberries, and almonds. I'm getting hungry again just writing it out! We finished off with molten chocolate cakes with whipped cream and powdered sugar. So yummy! We had a great time and some interesting conversations. I must start making dinner parties a habit.
Sunday:
While Joey and I didn't make it to the 8:00am service as planned, we still made it to church and I am so glad we did. Pastor Jim's message Sunday morning focused on how we pray and how integral it is in our daily lives, or at least should be. Stuff to ponder...
I made my first real attempt at ice skating after lunch. The first time, at an ice rink in Jackson, MS, hardly counts as Joey pulled me around until I fell so many times I needed a donut pillow for the next week. We went to Evergreen Lake where I strapped on hockey skates (better ankle support apparently) and gingerly made it down the steps onto the ice. Joey had strict instructions not to let go under any circumstances. He, unlike me, is really really good at ice skating. While he chalks it up to all the rollerblading he did as a kid, I'm not convinced. But then again, he is really really good at so many things, I shouldn't be surprised ice skating is in his repertoire. While I am not in the least proficient at skating, it was a beautiful day and we had a lot of fun. I'm willing to go again, which proves it wasn't horrendous!
Anyone had Starbucks' hot chocolate lately? Mmmmm, worth the splurge.
Ah, we were bums. Okay, I was more the bum than Joey. I was sitting at the bar eating Fruit Loops (don't judge, they have no age limit) and he comes down the stairs, head to toe in spandex. Which, without context would be disturbing, but he was headed out for a morning bike ride. Briefly, our juxtaposing morning activities bothered me, but I comforted myself with the thought that I would put in some time on the Wii Fit.
That afternoon I began prepping for dinner. Joey and I invited six (+ two adorable little ones) of our friends over that night and I decided to cook for everyone. I had pre-made white cheddar cheese puffs which turned out to be delicious! Definitely worth making ahead of time and keeping some in the freezer for an easy appetizer or snack. The main meal consisted of garlic herb chicken with tomatoes and a two cheese blend, risotto with zucchini spears, green beans with crisp shallots, and a mixed baby green salad with feta, blueberries, and almonds. I'm getting hungry again just writing it out! We finished off with molten chocolate cakes with whipped cream and powdered sugar. So yummy! We had a great time and some interesting conversations. I must start making dinner parties a habit.
Sunday:
While Joey and I didn't make it to the 8:00am service as planned, we still made it to church and I am so glad we did. Pastor Jim's message Sunday morning focused on how we pray and how integral it is in our daily lives, or at least should be. Stuff to ponder...
I made my first real attempt at ice skating after lunch. The first time, at an ice rink in Jackson, MS, hardly counts as Joey pulled me around until I fell so many times I needed a donut pillow for the next week. We went to Evergreen Lake where I strapped on hockey skates (better ankle support apparently) and gingerly made it down the steps onto the ice. Joey had strict instructions not to let go under any circumstances. He, unlike me, is really really good at ice skating. While he chalks it up to all the rollerblading he did as a kid, I'm not convinced. But then again, he is really really good at so many things, I shouldn't be surprised ice skating is in his repertoire. While I am not in the least proficient at skating, it was a beautiful day and we had a lot of fun. I'm willing to go again, which proves it wasn't horrendous!
Anyone had Starbucks' hot chocolate lately? Mmmmm, worth the splurge.
The Inaugural Dinner
It's purpose is simple. I've started this blog to keep family and friends (maybe foes?) in the loop as to mine and Joey's life in Colorado. While we're not particularly entertaining, should you find a free minute, we invite you to take a peek into our days.
What's for dinner? Blueberry pancakes with maple syrup and whipped cream
What's for dinner? Blueberry pancakes with maple syrup and whipped cream
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