The Grinch

I was starting to get into the holiday spirit a few days back.  For me it's just that things are a bit fuzzier and warmer, and there are people out there that care about you and vice-verse.  I was watching something on TV and saw ad after ad regarding Christmas.  It was like someone throwing cold water on my nice warm snuggie.  I think I'd be better off not watching TV, avoid radio, don't read signs, including bumper stickers.  Make a list of what you want to do for the holidays and who you would like to spend time with.  Come bye the house for a cup of cheer and some cookies.  I'll be in jolly old England for Christmas and New Years with Jman. 

My author buddy, Crawford, called this morning with a computer problem.  It was good to talk to him as we hadn't talked in about two weeks and I was wondering if things were okay.  Indeed they are. He and his co-author of a Civil War non-fiction book are doing appearances signing and discussing their book.  It was published by MSU and is getting some good reviews.  Next year is the 150th anniversary of the beginning of The Civil War, so the interest should swell then.  Congratulations Kim.

I made a batch of Pasties last Friday night. I would say a batch is from 6-16, although if I had made 16 I would probably have called it a large batch...no matter.  I am going to collect all the recipes I have for pasties and come up with one good solid recipe, just in case people would like to try making them.  I may make a DVD in Zee Cooking School format for distribution amongst family members.  Gabe might like to have it one day.  Of course it will have to be put on a newer format.  There is a good pasty recipe on allrecipes.com .  Everyone seems to have their own little tip or added ingredient though; In my recipe I will stick to the basics and you can embellish in your own way.

Thanks for reading...I hope I made you feel better about the holiday season...try to stay away from all forms of media or advertising for a day or two.  Just as an experiment...I bet you'll feel happier.

Yours Truly, Dr. Feelgood....now where did Nurse Shagwell go?