I had a very relaxing weekend, though I did almost nothing on my list.  It was still great ( Read more... )

The warden at Louisiana State Penitentiary, aka Angola, is Burl Cain.  Isn't that the perfect name for a warden?

On a side note, when I was home Carla gave me an inmate-manufactured ash tray made of a Louisiana license plate.  It looks like a combination of the two images below.


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I'm going to try to be a little more consistent with the updates, and perhaps not so cryptic. I'm trying to settle back in at work after a FABULOUS week off. I did most of the things on my list, and it really was one of the best trips home I've had in a long time. I'm disappointed I didn't get to hang out with Aaron more, but he's super busy and ( Read more... )

a. Beignets (twice!)
b. Chilli dogs
c. Crawfish Bisque, Stuffed Grape Leaves, Pork Roast, Rice & Gravy, Roast Vegetables, Strawberry Shortcake
d. Roast Chicken, BBQ Beans, Potato Salad, Marshmallow Peeps
e. Chicken Quesadillas
f. Flounder in Cucumber Sauce, with Hush Puppies
g. Five Guys Burger (cheese & bacon) and Fries, with peanuts
h. Cane's ( Read more... )

a. eat gumbo for breakfast
b. crawfish bisque
c. see Emily’s new place
d. cooking lesson with Dad
e. cook
f. beignets
g. French Quarter
h. girls' night
i. road trip (Uncle Spike, Sarah!)
j. fishing with Aaron
k. speak at Scotlandville?

I had an amazing weekend. After dealing with a little unpleasantness at work on Thursday, I left for the airport a little early, and talked on the phone while waiting for the airplane. My flight left on time, and the plane was nearly empty so I was able to stretch out a little bit and try to sleep. I didn't sleep much, mind you, but still, it ( Read more... )

Sarah's wedding was beautiful! I am having a wondermous trip home, and will write more later. I'm so glad I was able to come this weekend, and see everybody!

Give me Louisiana ( Read more... )