Saturday was the second attempt at a historical launch into space. So much math involved in this small window launch is over my head. First time America has launched people into space in almost a decade. NASA teaming up with a private company, SpaceX. I have to say I was probably excited like a little boy. I needed out. I was glued to the screen for a long time. The interviews with retired astronauts were inspirational. I hope some kids were watching and possible finding their dreams. When the launch was a go my eyes watered up and I had the chills. I know, I’m a geek. History in the making. It was an amazing feeling and one day, one day I will have to see it in person. So exciting. The future is open. I know a lot of bad things are happening in our country fight now, but this launch was a positive light I think we all needed.
Bekah was at work and that’s when I experiment with new meals. After thinking about it a while I decided to go with another twist on orange chicken. Grill orange chicken thigh. The glaze was OJ, honey, Dijon mustard, butter & BBQ sauce. I know, that sounds weird but it was surprisingly rather amazing. Now I have 3 variations of orange chicken. Haha
Lunch and launch over I really had nothing to do but wait till Bekah came home. Very quiet Saturday. It was nice spending time with the dogs and a book. Watched a burger cook off on Facebook. Made me want a griddle. Hobbit marathon on TV, which was nice.
For dinner it was some Mexican style pasta, Sonora Tinga. A new dish to try. Shredded chicken in chipotle sauce. The basil and Parmesan made a distinct profile. I’ve had my carbs for the week. Oh, wait till tomorrow.
Sunday. I start work back up tomorrow 8-5. It’s been a long time since Sunday felt like Sunday. I figured I’d have a lazy day for myself. Like I have a thing to do? I watched the space capsule dock with the ISS. That was… exciting? Whatever it was, I’m glad the mission was successfully completed.
Brunch. Mexican style eggs benedict. Smashed avocado, chorizo & chipotle hollandaise sauce. Uhhhhh, pretty good.
We went and had patio drinks with my mother. The vodka was from my cousins distillery in Taos, New Mexico. Very… fine… vodka. It’s a sipping vodka.
For dinner it was a crock pot Mexican casserole. I found this google searching. I added some of my out touch. Quinoa rather than rice? Sure. It was pretty darn good.
I’m not sure how the weekend blogs will go from this point out. I’m back to work. If this is it, it’s been fun. It’s been a nice bit of mental health. Hope you all had a nice one. Cheers!!!
En Fuego 