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April Fools! But not…

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Two things happened yesterday that should have been April Fools Day pranks but weren’t.

First… we had our taxes done. This is always cause for mutual grumbling and groaning because we never see a refund and always pay, pay, pay.

So when the preparer tallied everything up and handed us this?

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We were stunned.

Yes, it cost us $410 to find out, but … refunds! Not one, but two. We almost fell off our chairs.

It was also the first time my husband had to admit that this full time retirement thing might not be so bad.

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The second thing that I was sure was a prank was this…

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Okay Oreo, ha ha. Funny joke.

But no….

They actually sold this monstrosity.

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For one day only. On April 1st.

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Blech!

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A complete abomination and one that is sure to kick my dormant pickle algorithm into high gear.

Sigh.

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Dinner out, and in.

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After running some errands the other afternoon we ducked into one of our favorite spots for an early dinner.

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Every time we go I try and talk the husband into getting a giant free floating raffia fish for our dining area, but he always says no.

Such a killjoy.

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Round one for me…

To drink – a Cran-apple margarita with cranberry infused tequila, triple sec, apple cider, cranberry juice, sour mix & dehydrated lime.

As appetizer – some arancini. Those crispy stuffed risotto spheres with slow-braised beef, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato vodka sauce & pea tendrils were scrumptious.

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Husband started with a rich and creamy bisque…Maine lobster, cream, sherry, smoked paprika and chives.

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My second round cocktail was a winter spiced sangria with blended red & white wines, spiced brandy, pama liquer, orange infused simple, topped with lemon lime soda.

Then I went with the prosciutto tartufo brick oven pizza which was positively decadent.

Alfredo, stracciatella, truffled pecorino, prosciutto & baby arugula… it was so good I forgot to take a picture of the husband’s bolognese.

On a more down home note, I tried this copycat recipe recently.

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Putting milk in a meatloaf seemed a little odd, but it was surprisingly tasty.

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I haven’t tried this cake yet, but it sounds right up my alley.

As did this.. though I’m happily married so we’ll skip the proposal part.

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Have I made y’all hungry yet?

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P.S…. I tried this orzo dish and was disappointed. It wasn’t nearly as creamy as I’d hoped and even though I chopped the broccoli in small pieces, it didn’t steam properly. Good flavor, but it might need a little tweaking for a repeat.

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Old photos and frog balls.

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I enjoy Brussels sprouts for dinner now and then, and have had tasty shaved sprouts salads….

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But no.

To the name and the idea.

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I beg to differ.

Has anyone measured our President?

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I found this old picture of us on the back of a lobster boat in a drawer the other day. Taken a few years after we were married, maybe 1988? My hair was a mess from being on the water, but I fondly remember having two fully functional (and thin!) knees.

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I can see that.

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Am I the only one who never knew this?

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You’d better hurry.

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In keeping with my annual ridiculous Valentines Day gift suggestions, I bring you something new and in limited quantities … so don’t waste any time.

Get yours now.

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Because nothing says I love you like nuggets.

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I have yet to attend a dinner party where nuggets and caviar has been served. Clearly I travel in the wrong social circles.

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I’m confused.

They’re free of charge… but will sell out quickly?

Only McDonalds marketing could come up with that.

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Cabbage knees, chicken soup and lickable elements.

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Fat shaming is wrong.

Even if it’s directed towards those of feline persuasion.

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Poor Fred.

I feel you buddy.

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Since I posted about my knee troubles two weeks ago? I’ve been inundated with ads for bamboo wraps, pain creams and Velcro braces.

But yesterday?

Things went a little south..

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For the record I won’t be wrapping myself in cabbage… no matter how blog worthy the photos might be.

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Our buck, having dinner.

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He still has his rack, which is rather odd.

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But it does make him easier to identify.

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Posted for those who have always wondered.

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After too many awful internet crock pot recipes to count, I finally found a good one. This was easy and quite tasty, though I had to leave out the red pepper flakes for my spice averse spouse. When I make it again I’m going to halve the amount of chicken, once shredded it was a little too meaty for me.

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In case you didn’t realize.

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The world’s best pork chop.

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We headed back down to Windham recently because my husband was craving the world’s best pork chop.

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Christmas decorations were still up.

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And the chickens were still watching me drink.

This cocktail was called Hibernation and was delicious. Simple, fresh… and probably worth spending the winter in a cave.

Vodka, cardamom simple, lime, blackberry puree.

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The husband started with carrot ginger soup and loved it.

Bumbleroot Farm carrots, onion, garlic, ginger, coconut milk, maple syrup, pepitas.

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My next cocktail was a spiced clementine margarita. Ooh la la!.. that was tasty.

Reposado, spiced clementine syrup, lime, Cointreau.

My appetizer of corn and spicy chicken egg rolls were equally as good.

Maine Family Farms chicken, roasted corn, cumin, Monterey jack cheese, chili powder, egg roll wrapper, chipotle aioli, pico-slaw.

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And there it is. Unassuming to view… but this cider brined chop is next level good and perfectly grilled. You’ve never had pork like this, it’s melt in your mouth tender.

Prime center cut chop, French green beans, butternut puree, Ricker Hill Honeycrisp apple, caramelized onion.

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I went with the chicken cordon bleu which was wonderful as well.

Maine Family Farms chicken breast, egg, flour, Bumbleroot Farm spinach, Pineland Farms Swiss cheese, Canadian bacon, cream, parmesan, Waxwing Bakery breadcrumbs.

We’ve come to the realization it’s impossible to have a bad meal at Yolked. Oh, you’ll pay for the privilege… but what’s life without a little splurging?

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A series of cat and squirrel segues … with zucchini.

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Reading, with cat.

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It’s cute, but not always easy.

And speaking of cats…

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I’m wearing my fair share of battle armor myself and should probably eat healthier.

And speaking of eating healthier, I found this recipe…

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A good for you snack.

And speaking of that…

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I never knew this.

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And am glad I’ve only ever fed our squirrels raw nuts.

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And speaking of squirrels…

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They’ve been driving His Lordship crazy.

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Knowing he can’t reach them…

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They’ve been mercilessly cavorting on our deck providing hours of free kitty entertainment… as well as frustration.

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A quiet birthday.

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I had a birthday recently.

But now that I’ve entered my 6th decade? I can’t say I celebrate like I used to.

Though my sweet husband tries.

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A lovely flower arrangement was delivered late morning.

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And he insisted on driving an hour and a half north to a restaurant we tried once and liked.

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The place had erected bubble tents for segregated seating during Covid and because they were so popular, they’re still in use.

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Cute… but when it’s 11 degrees and starting to snow?

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I prefer indoor dining.

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My spiced pear cranberry mule?

Perfect. It tasted just like Christmas.

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And though I devoured some excellent crab cakes before I thought to photograph them, I did get a shot of the husband’s

CIDER-BRAISED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

Cinnamon Crème Fraîche with Crisp Kale…

Just as he ruined the decorative swirl.

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My

CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA

Roasted Sweet Corn, Sweet & Spicy Peppers, Garlic-Parmesan Cream Sauce, Pappardelle Pasta, Micro Cilantro, Lime….

Was spicy and fantastic after I requested they leave off the cilantro.

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The husband chose a

SOLSTICE HALIBUT

Lemon Quinoa, Warm Squash Confit, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Meyer Lemon Marmalade, Beurre Blanc, Pea Tendrils….

Though I have no idea why since he hates quinoa and didn’t eat the tendrils. That left him with a piece of fish and a half a cherry tomato… for $46.

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The sky on the drive home was photo worthy.

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And our backyard buddies greeted us upon return, so I’ll call it a good day.

Even though…

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Random

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If you’re a squirrel on our property, you may feel like you’re being watched.

And if it’s not me with a camera?

It’s His Lordship.

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Who keeps a close eye on the visitors.

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May it rest in peace.

I loved MTV back in the day and spent many happy hours singing along with videos as I ironed my husband’s Marine Corps uniforms.

The end of an era, that.

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I always know when the bird feeders are running low.

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The avian protesters are noisy.

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Yes.

That’s why I do it.

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Husband photographing a sunrise.

Lord Dudley Mountcatten wondering why.

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Damn it.

Now I’m going to have start counting corn.

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