After two semesters of walking by our portable BBQ, we decided to take some action. A trip to the grocery store yielded charcoal, a metal brush, and some meat to grill. It took about 15 minutes to clean up the grill and set up the charcoal. Last night was our first attempt and everything came out fantastically. Fresh, hot meat just tastes better (take that how you like).
I'm inspired, so now I'm looking though my freezer for things to BBQ the next time around. I found some chicken strips I had, so I'll probably marinate them this week and toss them on the grill soon. Outdoor cooking is also a nice bonding opportunity. My roomie and I sat out over the fire, talking about our lives and enjoying the unusually cool (read: 80F) evening. It reminded me of my trips to Yosemite and Big Bear. I miss those days.
Second blocks are in the books, so I finally feel like I can breath again. It's nice having about 1/3 of the semester wrapped up, so now I know I'm not on any precarious slope for the upcoming weeks.
The family is coming next month, so I'll be looking forward to their presence on the island. I was exciting listening to my niece and nephew tell me about their time at the park. They are great story-tellers and happen to be pretty smart too. I also got a chance to video chat my brother and sister-in-law. the highlight was watching my niece crawl up to the computer. She even knows how to turn the mic off on my sister's MBP... I guess they are that simple to use!
Study time is over for me, so I think I'll get a quick workout in. I'm on a partial phase to improve my exercise and food intake. I bought a lot of fruits and veggies. I also bought stuff to make more soups, since they are less caloric dense then solid food and give one the appeasement of feeling full. It's going to be tough sneaking in lunch with ICM starting at noon, but I hope quick trips back home and fast meals will cover it.
And with that, it's time to get ready...
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