Author Archives: yukyukbox
Who’s Running This Joint?
Well, for the last couple of weeks…it obviously wasn’t me. Administrative duty was split between everyone but me. I felt like I was the crazy old cafeteria lady monitoring junior high lunch hour minus the hairnet. Maybe a hairnet would … Continue reading
One Session on The Elliptical Does Not A Skinny Girl Make
So I actually made it to the gym last night. Quite miraculous, considering the chaos of my last two weeks involving a big crazy house, three crazy dogs and two crazy cats. So I was feeling pretty good this morning. Enought … Continue reading
I need a little color.
It has been raining all day. Which can be an unusual and disconcerting experience for a majority of San Diegans. We always need rain since we are mainly a desert region but we have no clue how to drive in … Continue reading
Bésame Mucho
Cocktail Time! My belief is that great cocktails are a combination of high-quality liquor served ice cold. So let’s get shakin’ with my latest addition, Bésame Mucho. If you like white chocolate and raspberries, you will definitely enjoy this cocktail. Just the right amount of sweetness. … Continue reading
Bummer, Bumper, Beso
In the Excel graph of life, the last seven days have been a series of highs and lows. There’s no explanation for it, that is how life goes. Reminds me of my grandmother when subjected to a long-winded sermon would shout … Continue reading
Shark On Backorder
Well, maybe not an actual shark but a replacement adapter to make my shark vacuum cleaner be in working order again. I figured it was about time to start cleaning out the spare bedroom/office if I wanted to get it … Continue reading
Another Beautiful Day in Paradise
We have had rain the last couple of days. But today, the San Diego that I know returned in full glory. No rain for awhile…even though we always need it in Southern California.
Cowboy Ciao Restaurant Stetson Chopped Salad
Place: Cowboy Ciao Restaurant, Scottsdale, Arizona I love trying different food. And I am always excited when a chef comes up with a unique combination that I would never EVER think to do. So here is my attempt to recreate … Continue reading
WWBD? For The Everyday Decisions
WWJD? A question that I have seen often enough while driving my car or going on roadside runs. “What would Jesus do?” For Christians, it can be considered a valid question when confronting life’s big choices. Cheating on a test, … Continue reading
Second Lease on Life – The Tale of The Bureau Part I
I have been gifted an old bureau. Well, we will see if it really is a blessing or a curse. At this point, I see the potential. The wood is oak. My plan for refurbishing involves the three S’s: Stripping, … Continue reading