My summer job ended this past Mon. That's right I relinquished my plastic gloves and hairnet. I turned the kitchen back over to the food service professionals. I was glad to have the job and it was a great feeling to feed all those kids. But it wasn't the least bit challenging and I missed the presence of co-wokers. I am definitely not a "stand alone" kind of gal. Right now I don't have another job lined up. I have been looking, which is progress. I naively believe that the right thing will come along when I need it too. So I am back to my overnesting housewife duties. And as of now, the Lunch Lady has left the building.

Alisa. 37. New Hampshire. Married for almost three years to this wonderful, funny, smart guy. Previously married. Went through in-vitro fertilization to have my five year old magical son Keegan. Stepmother to the charming Isabelle (6). Gushingly in love with our baby boy Harper(1). Policy Wonk and dreaded bureaucrat. Lover of fine cuisine, honeybees, truly romantic moments and the underdog.

Curried Beef Short Ribs
Note: I found this was more realistically four servings.
Finishing this dish with lime zest and juice brightens its rich flavors.
Yield 6 servings (serving size: about 3 ounces ribs, 2/3 cup rice, and about 2 1/2 tablespoons sauce)
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 pounds ...continue reading
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Across The Universe
With Each Goodbye, You Learn
Harper Stats
Happy Birthday Gorgeous!
Oh God, Book One
Peep Peep
Kissiversary 2009
The Puzzle
Curried Beef Short Ribs
Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
With Each Goodbye, You Learn
Harper Stats
Happy Birthday Gorgeous!
Oh God, Book One
Peep Peep
Kissiversary 2009
The Puzzle
Curried Beef Short Ribs
Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

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Alisa and Tom-
Congrats on finding out the sex of your baby!! Kristen Balser had a baby this past weekend 9/6: Matthew Ryan. Sharon Beasley is pregnant as well. We are having somewhat of a baby boom up here.
Good to see things are progressing well,
Love, Kara (at key)