settling

well, we found a short term rental and moved last week. it's a beautiful house in a cute 'hood across the street from a park. the woman who owns it has been trying to sell it, to no avail, so has decided to rent until she can sell it. which gives us a home base to operate out of while we hunt for a house of our own. unpacking sucked, but we didn't unpack everything so hopefully moving again in a few months won't be as painful. i also plan on bribing many family members to help. :)

still unemployed and looking. at least i've had plenty to keep me busy lately with the move.

finally got to go grocery shopping last night. while we've still got to stock up on more spices, oils, vinegars, and items like anchovies, capers, etc, it is nice to be able to cook out of our home again. last night was a quick meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and spinach. tonight i'm getting a little more elaborate and making sausage lasagna, with homemade pasta (lord knows i have the time). my pasta dough is resting right now. tomorrow i am making big boy burgers, since i've had a craving and there are no more big boy's around here. i'll be making homemade buns, as, again, i am currently not pressed for time.

that reminds me, i should start on the red sauce for tonight. that's it, ya'all, i'm out.