Big sister wins!

A few days ago, I was relaxing on the couch recovering from my bout of bad Korean food when I heard this awful commotion coming from the laundry room.  When I got up to investigate, I see elo sitting just outside the kitty door with a pleased smirk on her face. 

(Having been her roomie these past 7 years I've learned all her facial expressions.)

Turns out she has managed to lock the kitty door, thus locking her brother in the laundry room.  He gave her hell the rest of the day for payback. 

Knitty

Pics of a few of my most recent knitting adventures -

Socks for me!  Only took 6+ months to finish.  Once I got the first one done I had zero interest in knitting the exact same pattern all over again for the match.  Luckily, the way I knit no 2 items turn out the same;) 

I've got two baby showers this week and luckily now have two gifts to give.  Whew!  Cheers to my knitting marathon in front of the tv.  Turns out that nasty GI virus was good for something.

Me at work (part 2)

Friday was our annual resident retreat!  Once a year the residents all get a day off (Yup, that's right, only once a year do we all get the same day off.)  This year we began our day with a tour of the Roasterie, followed by a tour of the Harley factory (where this picture was taken.)  After lunch at the casino we played laser-tag at the caves.  I was exhausted by the time I made it home.  Our class decided to pretend it was "spirit day" like they used to have in grade school.  We decorated headbands and all work black t-shirts to show our senior pride.  Luckily I still had my skeleton shirt I picked up as a med student.  Let me tell you, it was a BIG help during the anatomy tests.

Me at work

Can't remember if I already shared these or not - only one of my computers at home will post to the blog (so annoying!)  It's especially annoying since the desktop (the one I use most) is the one that doesn't work with Blogger.

Anyways this is me and 2 of my colleagues presenting our research project at the annual AAFP (American Academy of Family Physicians) Annual Meeting for Residents & Medical Students. 

What a hot group of docs!

Jackson

Yesterday I begrudgingly did a load of laundry.  As I as putting some clean towels away, I came upon the following creature hiding in my cupboard - - -

Hutchinson

Felipe and I both had "working weekends".  His consisted of a trip to Cleveland, which evidently is a urology powerhouse.  Who knew Cleveland had awesome things to offer?  When you go to the Cleveland homepage you get to learn about a spare tire round-up and senior services.  I think many of us would not mind giving up a spare tire, though I believe they are referring to ones made of rubber rather than the ones around our middle;)  

My weekend was a bit different, but no less exciting.  I spent mine moonlighting in Hutchinson.  You know, I've had it on the back of my mind for awhile now that it might not be a bad idea for Fel & I to relocate to Hutchinson for 4 years after we graduate.  It would allow both of us the opportunity to practice in our chosen fields (they have 3 urologists in Hutch!), the opportunity to pay off our loans (can you imagine us being student loan free in 2017?!?!?), and the opportunity to spend time with my family that I have been missing for the past 11 years (can you believe how long its been?).  I do foresee us settling in the KC area long-term but the perks of 4  years out of the city are mighty nice.

Anyways, I didn't just work while I was there - I hit up my favorite thrifties and scored a ton of awesome things.  The only pic I have ready is this sweet pony-head which I plan to spray-paint a glossy fuscia at the upcoming ladies craft and cocktail day.

Other scores include some leopard-bow flip-flops for mexico, a straw sun bonnet, faux-fur cape, hand-made dress, fuscia skirt, and the list goes on.  More pics to come.

Tonight I'm cooking a lovely dinner - either turkey burgers (if Fel makes it home to fire up the grill) or lobster ravioli.  Which will it be?

August

The first weekend of August was heavenly.  I went to our new Trader Joe's, got a facial, a new leopard print swimsuit, visited with my parents,  and ate the most delish burnt ends.  The weekend ended rather hellish (quite literally) with Fel and I sitting in a dark and hot house after a storm took out the electricity.  Luckily, just as we were rounding up the cats to retreat to the in-laws our power was miraculously restored!  Luckily this was before I threw out everything in the frig and freezer for worry it was spoiled.

Last weekend was spent in Parsons, moonlighting. It was my best shift to date.  Usually I have a few really tough patiens (ie stroke, heart attack.)  This time my most difficult patient had a sprained ankle and was withdrawing from several drugs, so he wasn't too easy to deal with. 

It's amazing that after 24 consecutive years of school I still have so much to learn.  With all the new technological advances in medicine, this is a feeling I'm going to have the rest of my career.  Granted, as I gain more experience things will come easier and perhaps I will become more comfortable with not always knowing the answer.

While in Parsons I did get recruited by an orthopedic surgeon who is part of a large private practice in Kansas City.  I've sent in my resume, let's see what they have to offer in return.

This weekend I moonlighting in Hutchinson.  I'm excited to visit, but definitely regretting the professional obligation.  Could I be so lucky to get two smooth weekends in a row?

Today I got to rock my new Sanita Theodora's - - made it an entire half-day of clinic with zero pain and 3 compliments.  What a score!

PB&J

My parents are coming this weekend for a quick visit - Fel reports he is super excited to spend some time with the in-laws.  Best husband ever???  Or is he working hard towards that new plasma tv???  We shall see.

They're arrive rather late tonight, so I've planned to simple snacks to enjoy.

First up, is my play on PB&J - - homemade peanut butter icecream with a strawberry lambic.  Now, if I were really good I would serve it over a gooey butter cake, but alas I am not.

I also picked up a loaf of baguette, some salami, goat cheese, and fresh mozzarella balls.  Let's home my dad is behind the wheel (he drives a bit faster than my mom) or else the treats might all be in my tummy.

Icecream Recipe

• 1 c. creamy peanut butter (I used Trader Joe's salted all-natural creamy)
• 3/4 c. granulatd sugar
• 1-2/3 c. half & half
• 2/3 c. buttermilk
• pinch sea salt
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Warm the peanut butter, sugar, and half & half in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar.  Remove from heat as soon as sugar is dissolved. (I'm guessing you can skip this step, but I am an avid follower of directions so I went ahead with the heating.)

Gently stir in the sea salt, buttermilk, and vanilla.

Chill mixture 4+ hours.  Freeze in ice-cream maker.  Enjoy!

Little man

Birthday Boy

Here's a few pics I snapped of the birthday boy and his banana split ice-cream cake.   Note to self, ice cream cake + 30 lit candles is not a good combination.

The cake, a much better combination, joined two of Felipe's favorite desserts (ice cream cake + banana split.)  I ate mine with whipped cream, nuts, and a cherry on top. 

homemade dipped cones are my fave

Found this online the other day courtesy of You Are My Fave (one of my fave blogs!) and can't wait to try them.  I'm going to dip mine in ruffle potato chips - can't beat the salty/sweet combo.

homemade dipped cones are my fave: "






Okay, so I didn’t only make this weekend but I did keep my goal of pulling out the ice cream maker. I made a batch of vanilla bean then fancied it up by rolling scoops in crispy rice, pretzels and peanut butter then dipping in homemade chocolate shell. If I gain ten pounds by the end of the summer, I’m blaming it on the chocolate covered pretzel cones. Seriously killer (I use that word too much, looking for replacement suggestions).""