Category Archives: food

A photo update!

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Ashton

Okay, I’ve been terrible – but I don’t love the quality of photos from my camera and sometimes life happens.  But, here’s some photos I’ve snapped recently. In terms of life, things are pretty much just working – though a … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!!

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Ashton

“We can only said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.” – Thornton Wilder Thanksgiving is without a doubt my favorite holiday.  Perhaps surprisingly, not as much for the food.  At least, not … Continue reading →

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In the mornin’…I’m makin’ waffles!

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Ashton

Okay, well – maybe not in the morning, or waffles – but I did tell you Saturday’s adventures weren’t over yet… So Saturday for dinner Paolo and I were deciding what we wanted and I’d had a hankering for Mexican … Continue reading →

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An Italian Halloween?

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Ashton

Well, no, not really.  For a few reasons…primarily, though celebrated, it just isn’t that big of a deal here.  And more than that – I *gasp* don’t really like it. In fact, this is the 3rd year in a row … Continue reading →

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And if this what we’ve got,

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Ashton

then what we’ve got is gold… Day 5.  The farewell. Monday being what it is required that I work at the bright and early hour of 9 am.  So, off I went.  But, my second lesson got canceled again so … Continue reading →

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So I got busy throwing everybody underneath the bus

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Ashton

oh, and with your poster 30 foot high at the back of toys-r-us… [gah, that chorus cracks me up...] Day 4. Slightly more clearheaded and awake at a closer to reasonable time, Tim and I got ready for the beach … Continue reading →

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10 hours of birthday…

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Ashton

Day 3. Saturday was my actual birthday – and I must say that Tim and I truly made the most of a day that should have had nothing done on it. After such a late night studying and reading great … Continue reading →

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give away a few mercedes

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Ashton

like here lady, have this… Day 2. I had to wake up at something like the crack of dawn [7:30] so I could get home and get to an office complex where I teach these fun Italian business men.  And, … Continue reading →

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Tim, meet Cagliari.

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Ashton

Day 1. My oh my.  I scarcely know where to begin with the incredible tale that was the visit of Mr. Lehan.  Perhaps it is best to do it in pieces – chronologically?  Of course, that provides that I can … Continue reading →

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Tidbits!

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Ashton

*I’m now teaching free lance style for 3 different schools.  The idea is that maybe one of them turns into something full time in the next few weeks.  We shall see…but at this point, I am, employed!  I split my … Continue reading →

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What you missed last week…

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Ashton

I have internet again!  Hip-hip-hoooray!!  So, let me see if I can update you on what’s been going on…last I left you was early last week. Most of what happens during the week is (usually) pretty low key – last … Continue reading →

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Look, I love football…

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Ashton

I do.  Really.  A lot.  But, I spent my Saturday here [annoying music warning].  Careful when you click that – it is pretty enough to make your heart stop a little.  And frankly, if I’m going to miss opening day … Continue reading →

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I’m sorry – when did September get here??

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Ashton

Okay, short post because I’m sans reliable internet for the next few weeks – boo! *Italian lessons are finished.  Some days I can make sentences, some days I can’t.  Most days it is incredibly frustrating, but I’m willing to admit … Continue reading →

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Weekend recap!

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Ashton

My weekend was so good, I’m still gushing about it to people.  I think I’m starting to get on their nerves…but, if you haven’t had the misfortune of talking to me personally yet – allow me to tell you about … Continue reading →

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Ferra-who?

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Ashton

I mentioned Ferragosto the other day, and thought it worth while to expand on that a bit!  As most folks know, many Italians take a good portion of the month of August as a holiday – what I didn’t realize … Continue reading →

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