I have my summer practicum in April/May/some of June so I'm looking for part-time work to do on some my days off. One of my sister's co-workers is looking for someone to work at a store she owns downtown.
Sounds pretty perfect, eh?
I had an interview yesterday morning. I am quite embarrassed to admit it, but the store is called the Pampered Pooch Boutique or something of the sort. That makes me cringe.
I think I blew it though (thankfully).
Interviewer: So, do you like dogs?
Ashley: Nope.
Interviewer: Oooooook
Honestly though... this place was creepy! It looked cute when you walked in, but why do you need to dress up your dog? Why do they need specially ordered collars, charms, leashes, toys, carry bags, hair pieces, booties, or LIFE JACKETS!?!?! Life jackets?? Are you kidding me?!?!
Dogs I can handle. I can tolerate them. I can even enjoy them at times, but I will never understand accessorizing them.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
Ugly Picture
I was reading on the couch one evening when Erik decided to pull out the camera. Erik never pulls out the camera. Erik doesn't take pictures.
I was reveling in my husband's attention but I didn't want him to know so I continued reading.
A couple minutes later I nonchalantly asked him what he was doing.
"Trying to take ugly pictures of you"
And ugly they were. Here is a photograph of my disgust... It happened to be one of the worst in the bunch.
I was reveling in my husband's attention but I didn't want him to know so I continued reading.
A couple minutes later I nonchalantly asked him what he was doing.
"Trying to take ugly pictures of you"
And ugly they were. Here is a photograph of my disgust... It happened to be one of the worst in the bunch.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Ready for Summer
I am ready for summer. I am sick of school, studying, writing notes, reading, driving to vernon, clinical. All of it. I am ready for summer.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Chicken Masala
Yes, I have yet another recipe. We had this one yesterday at our friend's house and it was absolutely delicious. It's a bit spicy though. Just a heads up.
Chicken Masala
2 lb boneless, skinless chicken
6 tsp ground corriander
2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp ground tumeric
1 tsp salt
Dice chicken, rub spices in and marinate in fridge for 1 hour.
2 cups thinly sliced onion
3 Tbsp Olive Oil
Brown the onions and olive oil in a pan then add:
2 tsp minced Garlic
2 tsp minced Ginger
Set this aside.
Then take your chicken out and throw it in your pan (I recommend a cast iron skillet). Once it's cooked (or even almost cooked) add:
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
2 cups chopped Tomatoes (or more, I love tomatoes)
1 tsp salt
Stir for 5 minutes with chicken and then add the onion mixture you set aside before.
Now stir in:
2 tsp ground poppyseed
1/2 cup water
Bring to a boil, then turn down heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Serve with rice and naan bread.
Chicken Masala
2 lb boneless, skinless chicken
6 tsp ground corriander
2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp ground tumeric
1 tsp salt
Dice chicken, rub spices in and marinate in fridge for 1 hour.
2 cups thinly sliced onion
3 Tbsp Olive Oil
Brown the onions and olive oil in a pan then add:
2 tsp minced Garlic
2 tsp minced Ginger
Set this aside.
Then take your chicken out and throw it in your pan (I recommend a cast iron skillet). Once it's cooked (or even almost cooked) add:
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
2 cups chopped Tomatoes (or more, I love tomatoes)
1 tsp salt
Stir for 5 minutes with chicken and then add the onion mixture you set aside before.
Now stir in:
2 tsp ground poppyseed
1/2 cup water
Bring to a boil, then turn down heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Serve with rice and naan bread.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Kelsey's Salad
My girlfriends and I like to have potlucks. They are especially great just after a study part, but only if it was an early study party. They are not recommended the weekend before an exam!
Anyway, back to the point. We always have potlucks and Kelsey always brings this incredible salad. The same salad each time. Without fail. And it is delicious each and ever time. Without fail.
This past potluck we got smart and asked Kelsey for the recipe and Erik and I have been enjoying it ever since.
Kelsey's Salad
- Spinach and Mixed Greens
- Feta Cheese
- Roasted Pine Nuts (this can be done on the stove or in the oven. careful though, when they start turning brown take them out or they will burn)
- Pomegranate (can be substituted for any fruit really - strawberries or mandarin oranges are highly recommended)
And for the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Maple Syrup (the good stuff)
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tsp Oregano
- Salt and Pepper to taste (I don't usually put any in)
Anyway, back to the point. We always have potlucks and Kelsey always brings this incredible salad. The same salad each time. Without fail. And it is delicious each and ever time. Without fail.
This past potluck we got smart and asked Kelsey for the recipe and Erik and I have been enjoying it ever since.
Kelsey's Salad
- Spinach and Mixed Greens
- Feta Cheese
- Roasted Pine Nuts (this can be done on the stove or in the oven. careful though, when they start turning brown take them out or they will burn)
- Pomegranate (can be substituted for any fruit really - strawberries or mandarin oranges are highly recommended)
And for the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Maple Syrup (the good stuff)
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tsp Oregano
- Salt and Pepper to taste (I don't usually put any in)
My Bare Necessities
Eat.
Poop.
Sleep.
That's all I need. When I am in a bad mood it is usually because one of those is unfulfilled. Thankfully Erik has caught on quickly.
Poop.
Sleep.
That's all I need. When I am in a bad mood it is usually because one of those is unfulfilled. Thankfully Erik has caught on quickly.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
I love the weekend after midterm week. After working solidly for a couple weeks I take a weekend to myself. I do absolutely nothing... and it feels GREAT.
Erik is working this week which is kind of a bummer. It does mean, however, that I get to read! And I love reading! It's wonderful. I have laundry, housecleaning, baking, and grocery shopping to do, but it doesn't bother me right now because I am just relaxing. Beautiful.
Erik is working this week which is kind of a bummer. It does mean, however, that I get to read! And I love reading! It's wonderful. I have laundry, housecleaning, baking, and grocery shopping to do, but it doesn't bother me right now because I am just relaxing. Beautiful.
Sunday, March 08, 2009
March Already, Eh?
I can't believe it's March already. I have two midterms this week and then I am home-free until finals! What a beautiful thing. Except for the fact that I have been having trouble motivating myself to study at all.
March. Well, it has been entirely uneventful. I received a birthday card from my SIL... two months late. Thank you kindly Shawna. January 8 is the big day. Other than that, it's snowing right now, which is a bummer. I want spring to come. I love spring. Spring means summer is just around the corner. I'm thinking of joining a soccer team this summer. I need to find me a real bad league though as my legs are highly uncoordinated. We'll see how that goes.
March. Well, it has been entirely uneventful. I received a birthday card from my SIL... two months late. Thank you kindly Shawna. January 8 is the big day. Other than that, it's snowing right now, which is a bummer. I want spring to come. I love spring. Spring means summer is just around the corner. I'm thinking of joining a soccer team this summer. I need to find me a real bad league though as my legs are highly uncoordinated. We'll see how that goes.
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