The rain stopped long enough for this wild view… Yes, those are clouds dipping way down in front of the mountains.

Have I officially become a Californian? My friend Jennie told me when I left that it takes about two years to really settle into a new place; she may have been right. When I planned this trip back to DC, I was really  [more...]

I bought a new stove back at the start of the year, and with it, new pots and pans. They all held warning labels about the danger of non-stick surfaces when heated. They give off fumes that will kill birds. I once went  [more...]

Congratulations on your purchase of Gene Cowan. Please take a moment to read the documentation carefully to ensure satisfaction. You should be aware of the following limitations: Gene cannot cook fried eggs properly  [more...]