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Comment on Roughly one of the coolest ads I’ve ever seen. by Christina

Christina — Thu, 27 May 2010 12:38:11 +0000

Finally remembered to come watch this. That was freakin awesome! I’M SO EXCITED FOR THE FIRST GERMANY GAME.

Comment on I would walk five-hundred miles… by Paul

Paul — Tue, 04 May 2010 00:40:20 +0000

I had zero issue with pedestrians. Actually, not one person passed me, either – altogether I think I encountered fifteen people on the east side of the Schuylkill. Maybe it was my time of day? I seriously did have the wind in my face for three+ miles. So you’ve made that trek? How is it? Was I just crazy naive thinking I’d get further than I did?
My seat’s horrible, sure, but the dizziness can’t be explained with that.
(I feel better now!) And re: stocking up – it gave me an excuse to buy a sweet gadget. We used those in the Army – perfect for riding – almost hands free.

Comment on I would walk five-hundred miles… by Nicole

Nicole — Tue, 04 May 2010 00:31:52 +0000

Hmm, I never thought of stocking up for that ride… usually the biggest issue I have is the crazy human-traffic-jam around the crewing spots. ARG. It could be such a great ride, but I hate dodging all the three-by pedestrians!

Comment on To the very talented bellydancer – by Paul

Paul — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:43:12 +0000

Hey! You’re right on all counts re my lack of research. Christina even told me bellydancing was listed as entertainment, but not for that night. Overall, it was very good if you’re into the middle eastern foods.

Comment on To the very talented bellydancer – by Nicole

Nicole — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 20:30:40 +0000

Even as a bellydancer, I have to say the few times that I have seen Egyptian style dancers at restaurants I’ve found it slightly awkward. Particularly when there is no stage and they just walk between tables, making forced eye contact. And yes, the zills are hell. When well played, they accent the music. Unfortunately your average dancer usually just clangs away at every beat, not so subtle.
Though to be fair, their website has photos of a dancer, and they say “Live entertainment with belly dancer on every friday, and saturdays” which usually extends to big holidays, like V-day.

Comment on Hot Sauce in the houce! by Nies

Nies — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 21:22:41 +0000

Was delicious, sir.

Comment on Hot Sauce in the houce! by Rosi

Rosi — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:30:29 +0000

Wow – das Rezept klingt gut. Ich kann mir den Geschmack glaubich ganz gut vorstellen. Ich hab auch eins, das auf Mango basiert, aber mit ganz normalen roten Chilis (und Kokosmilch, die letztlich die Schärfe wieder abmildert). Ich liebe die Kombi süß-scharf. ;D

Aber ich bin ja erschüttert, was die Zutaten kosten. Anton sagt, alles Frische sei so teuer…. “ächz” Hab mal überschlagen, wenn ich hier die ‘normalen’ Mangos und Ananas nehmen würde, wären die Habaneros das Teuerste und insgesamt alles ungefähr die Hälfte. Obwohl…. mit Flugmangos wärs schon viel mehr (ca. 4-5 Euro/Stk) – Wenn du im Sommer kommst, kannst du ja in meiner Küche die Sauce kochen (ich helf dir auch gerne schnippeln), leere Marmeladengläser hätt ich auch genug für dich. Und Siebe, Flotte Lotte etc. gibts ebenfalls. Zuhause verkaufst du die Sauce dann (und davon wieder ein Flugticket nach D) …

Comment on Hot Sauce in the houce! by Paul

Paul — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:40:40 +0000

@ Keith
You know, leave it to me to write an entry about food – and say nothing about what it tastes like.
I used 1/4 cup of honey, adding that to the mango makes the concoction sweet with a bite. Not too much of either. Christina tried it, and hesitates to answer.
Personally, I do like it. Just wish it weren’t like salsa.
That said, I think I’ll use it on chips tomorrow.

Comment on Hot Sauce in the houce! by Keith

Keith — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:22:13 +0000

Excellent post! Did the sauce turn out more hot or more sweet? I see your ingredients include honey as well as onion, and I was wondering if the onions were regular or sweet vidalia. Whatcha gonna put it on?

Comment on On Shaving. by Paul

Paul — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 02:15:16 +0000

Actually, neither. Or, your suggestions are my current mantra – I shave every other day, and use a fresh blade every other time.
I still butcher my face with a fresh blade. Maybe I’m too hurried. Also, I’m not sure if a Safety Razor is the right thing to use “blindly”.
I’ve used the Ensemble (from The Art Of Shaving) since I got it for christmas. It is pretty awesome, other than that whole pain and blood thing.
Eh, practice, practice, oh I’m dizzy.