The Article: Not Going to the Chapel To summarize: The article above is an argument for gays to boycott straight weddings this summer because in all but five states, same-sex marriage is banned. So I'm getting married this summer to a man, and I'm a woman. I went to a women's college and there are … Continue reading Should Gays Boycott Straight Weddings?
Author: Mita
A nice guy
So this weekend was fun. Friday we went to see a movie (Bridesmaids...hilarious!), Saturday we went to a TFA end-of-year celebration, and then today I'm going to study some Biochemistry and make cupcakes. Could it be more fantastic? Yes, one more weekend day. Anyways, enough dreaming. Friday got off to a rocky start. I had … Continue reading A nice guy
Austin and Brown Sugar Whipped Cream
I really love San Antonio. With it's vibrant hispanic roots, the riverwalk dotted with all kinds of restaurants, and it's suburban neighborhoods with each house being architecturally unique. It's a great city. But Austin definitely has an appeal to it. A college town, the carefree feeling of youth is infectious and pervasive. T and I went to … Continue reading Austin and Brown Sugar Whipped Cream
Cocoa Brownies with Salted Peanut Butter Frosting
So I really should be working on my essay. Really, I should. But I have a rough draft done, so why not celebrate? Rough draftish. Judge away. These were made while watching an episode of "Bones" Anyways -- I stole this recipe. Seriously. Stole. I started reading a new blog, Not Without Salt, and it's … Continue reading Cocoa Brownies with Salted Peanut Butter Frosting
TMDSAS, AMCAS, and Lemon Bars!
So medical school applications opened this past week for Texas and AMCAS. I'm busy pecking away at the key board trying to find the right words (but under 5000 characters) as to why I want to be a doctor. I definitely thought 5000 characters (with spaces) was more than what it is...so now I'm anxiously … Continue reading TMDSAS, AMCAS, and Lemon Bars!
The Day of Epic Cooking
8:30 -- Get woken up 9:00 -- Poached eggs over beet greens and a theological discussion with T- 10:00 -- So the cooking begins...today I have made: Baked Mac and Cheese Spanikopita Cinnamon-Mascarpone Cheese Filo-Dough Pocket Black Bean Burgers (yes, made from scratch) Crepes Batter Roasted Fennels Egg Salad Yes, it was an EPIC day … Continue reading The Day of Epic Cooking
Beating of a Transgender Woman
http://www.change.org/petitions/demand-that-the-employees-on-duty-at-mcdonalds-be-held-responsible-in-the-beating-of-a-trans-woman Summary: A woman (transgender) tried to use the bathroom at a McDonalds in Baltimore, and she got the crap beat out of her by two women. No one helped her until a little old lady came and told them to stop hitting her. There were other people there. I don't think there is anyone … Continue reading Beating of a Transgender Woman
Chocolate Cupcakes with Avocado Buttercream Frosting
Yes! My teaching certification portfolio is complete! I just have to go turn it in...but before I did that...I decided to reward myself. This is a special day that will go down in history texts everywhere -- the day I do not have continue to think about my teaching certification (at least until they decide … Continue reading Chocolate Cupcakes with Avocado Buttercream Frosting
Tasty Breakfast
Biscuits with poached eggs over beet greens So, Saturday morning is arguably my favorite time of the week. I can wake up leisurely without an alarm...T- and I can peacefully make breakfast that usually includes coffee and omlettes. But last weekend I decided to indulge. I got up and made buttermilk biscuits and poached an … Continue reading Tasty Breakfast
President Obama 2012
So over time I've come to realize that I am quite a strong democrat. I believe that every one deserves healthcare, I believe that taxes are a great way to pay for things like our roads, our military, and heck, our education. I believe in a sliding scale taxation process, where the rich are taxed … Continue reading President Obama 2012
The Clumsy Cook 