Andrea and Julie were over for dinner on Monday night. It's nice having friends live right around the corner. We picked up brisket and baby back ribs from Chicago Q. Andrea talked about her mom's visit. Julie mentioned Fopa. Ettashowed her new jewelry. I played some weird sounds from wmbr over the Internet. Another girl… Continue reading Tortilla Soup
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Worms and Mariachi
I worked a party on Easter Sunday. A large wealthy Mexican American family rented out Frontera Grill and Topolobampo. I held down the kids room with soda and jamaica refills until the real clown arrived to paint faces. Later, I served the mariachis three courses and beer. While the adults danced, I caught a wild-eyed… Continue reading Worms and Mariachi
Hatchway to Spring
I am under a lot of pressure at work due to the brutal winter's effect on sales. Year to date we are several percentage points down. It is depressing to be in a hole and have to dig your way out. The weather certainly hasn't helped my mood. The third floor above Xoco used to… Continue reading Hatchway to Spring