Perfect 100

Ok, Rotten Tomatoes says 75%, and Ebert says three stars, but I just saw Conan O'Brian Can't Stop, and I don't write much about movies that aren't remarkable. I've always thought he seemed like a good guy, and was sorry to miss his tour. For nine bucks, I saw that and a lot more.

This movie is only playing for one week at one theater in the state of Colorado, which I find incredibly surprising. If you catch this note right away, go see it. It is an incredible spectrum to watch: hilarious and uncomfortable, intimate and riotous, dark and angry, cocky and kind, exhausting and amazing. I really, really loved it.

Dana and Brian

Yesterday I got a little photography practice with my friends Dana and Brian, who are expecting a baby boy in three weeks. Taking pictures of someone in the midst of pregnancy is a bit daunting - I certainly never felt that I looked my best. Fortunately, Dana is gorgeous, so my job was just to show up.

Congratulations you guys, I'm so excited for you!!

Swimming at the Club

Logan's friend is Hayden, my girlfriend Sarah's youngest. And the last shot is in the cafe, waiting for our smoothie! Love the club. It takes an eternity to get them in and out of there, but they are blowing bubbles and practicing all their swim class moves like champs.

Atticus Pics

Look at my little brother. I'm so proud I could burst. Someday soon I'll have to stop thinking of him as video gaming skater dude. But not quite yet. :)

Dave and Lori, I love you so much, congratulations. I can't wait to defend little Atticus from Ada and Logan's tickle attempts with a toy drill.

Recent Pics

The Magic Recipe

Whoever you are reading this, I think it's likely that you know I'm not a big fan of cooking. But I like to eat, so a good recipe is worth its weight in gold...

The other day I pulled out a great bruschetta recipe from my binder, and it was as heavenly as I remembered. But I noticed something else about this exquisite topping -- it goes with anything.

So here's a recipe for you, and the only limit is your imagination. I served it on French bread, per the recipe. The next morning, it went into the most delicious omelette I've ever eaten. This week I think I'll make another batch and top a pizza with it. I wonder if this stuff would freeze well.

Zesty Bruschetta

• 1 baguette French bread, cut into 1 inch slices
• 1 c. chopped fresh or canned plum tomatoes, drained
• 2/3 c. chopped green onions
• 4 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 c. chopped black olives
• 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce (tabasco)
• salt to taste
• (I added a bit of frozen spinach to the omelette)

Put everything in a bowl and stir. If you're making bruschetta, broil slices of bread until sides are lightly toasted, and spoon on the yumminess.

Atticus

I'm excited to tell you that my brother and sis-in-law had their first baby this morning, Atticus Edward King. Six pounds 11 ounces, 20 inches long. He is already giving my kids a run for their money! Welcome to the family, lil' A. I'm an aunt!

Games With Kids

I thought this was a terrific and creative article about playing games with kids of different ages. I'm not sure Ada and Logan are ready for geography yet, so pass this along to your friends who qualify. :)