I don't want to peel the squirrel!

Last night my friend Kate got into town. We headed over to Queen of Sheba. I love having this only a few minutes walk from my apartment! As always, it was delicious. I ordered wine because I can have alcohol at this wonderful restaurant. I did happen to realize that every time I go there the music is interesting. I went there for the Ethiopian New Year a few months back, and there was a TV broadcasting the celebrations from Ethiopia, it was great. Last night I don't know if they just put an ipod on random or what, but we did get to listen to such hits as, "Careless Whisper" and "Funky Town". It was really great. I also have to say that it was pretty busy last night. It is nice to see a neighborhood establishment so alive and doing so well.

I have been really trying to improve my pie making abilities in the last few months and I had a breakthrough earlier this week. I will start at the beginning. A couple months ago I purchased a TV, so of course I have become addicted to watching it. Spending the last couple years in school and on a very tight budget, I didn't have time for TV, so it is like a new thing for me. Anyway, I have a friend that really likes TV and told me I should watch "Pushing Daisies". I took his advice, it was good advice. For anyone not watching this show, you should go to http://www.abc.go.com/ right now and start watching it. Anyway, I won't go into the whole premise of the show, but they bake pies. I have always wanted to have pies be a part of my everyday life, so I took it up as well. I have never been much of a cook, I mean, I like my food, but my poor boyfriend has to suffer through it. On the other hand, I am a pretty decent baker, so I have been improving over the last couple months and recruiting pie tasters. After a few pounds gained and recipes modified, I wanted to try a pie like that Chuck makes. I made an Apple Pie with Gruyere Cheese Crust. (I will post pictures once my camera/computer decide to reconcile). It was phenomenal. I took it to a party, which is a bit risky having never tried it. It was a great idea. I made another one to bring into work a couple days later. My boss said that I should sell them, that made me very happy since he is not much of a sweets person.

The next pie - Pear and Brie.

I am going to try and sell these pies at a Farmers' Market this summer. I have to get a kitchen inspected by the Department of Health, and get a small business license. I will be looking into it further.

I have been reflecting lately on my life, perhaps it was getting another year older, or everyone talking about new years resolutions, anyway, I have decided that there are a few things I would like to work on this year. I am trying to bring yoga into my life, I think it is a positive change that will help with many things in my life. The few times I have gone, I have slept better, I feel strong and confident. I have also decided that I am going to stop trying to take on so much. I will introduce things slowly into my life, and not be angry with myself if something doesn't work out, or I don't stick with it.

On a lighter note, it is going to be a beautiful weekend, and practically Spring next week (temperature wise anyway). Black Cat should be fun tonight, if I make it. I think it will be a great weekend for long walks and lots of tea.