Happy New Year
Wow, what an eventful and interesting year 2007. I hope all of you enjoyed it as much as I did. All the best for 2008 and a wonderful New Year’s Eve! Damond Mainee 
Archive for December, 2007
How do they know?
Bermuda has one major mall. The Washington Mall. Meh, I kno. Just one mall? How do we do it? Anyway, it serves its purpose (which would be to meet girls, try on expensive leather jackets, and have races with friend’s to see who could down their strawberry milkshake the fastest). Oh yea, and sometimes we shop there.
Chances are, if you’re meeting me in town, I’d either say “Hey! Let’s meet at Rock Island Coffee!” or “Um, how about the Mall?”. As usual people take 3 light-years and 4 minutes to meet me there so Im usually stuck on a bench making funny faces to infants in their stroller’s while I wait. But last week in particular I thought I’d try something new.
So Im sitting there, eyes aimlessly wondering, headphones stuck in each ear and fiddling with my leather “Live in Love” wrist band and Im thinking to myself:
“Most malls in the States have those humungous maps on the wall that illustrate the entire mall’s floor-plan. Most times there’s a little red dot that indicates where you are. It says something like “YOU ARE HERE”. I got to thinking. How does it know where you are at that precise moment? There’s no way they could have known you’d be right there. They get it right every-time without fail! Its a phenomenal experience. I mean, thats how you know there’s something out there! Something bigger than us! Smarter than us. Amazing!”
Just a little fun fact. Something to think about…
So its christmas eh
Okay, okay! Settle down now. I bet you thought I was too busy to blog these last couple of days. Truth is, I have been. But not the type of busy where work is involved. I’ve been spending much needed time with friends.
Tis the season to be jolly, eh? Well, Christmas around here hasn’t been all that jolly this yea. Since Nana’s gone, there isn’t anyone to make delicious pies and soup for the holidays. We could ask Cousins and Aunts to attempt. Sure it’ll probably be good, but nothing compares to Nana’s original recipes.
My Christmases are usually spent in my bedroom with video games and loads of food. This Christmas I was invited to my friends house for Christmas dinner. Im really looking forward to it. My friend’s Mom is a terrific cook!
I’ll probably spend the rest of the day writing music with her and finish up at home with my family.
With that let me wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
P.S. If you see that white-bearded crippled old man with the glasses and sleigh; as him why the hell hasn’t he ever returned my letter to the North Pole?
Rest in Peace Nana
Today was a sad day for my family. We lost someone very dear to us. A courageous woman, a family woman. A woman who has been through so much and still managed to be the glue in our family. My nana Janet Bean, will forever be missed, never forgotten and always remain a part of who we are.
I love you nana!
Baby Jameson’s first Chirstmas
My buddy Nicole had her first kid a few months back. He’s growing up like a champ. Never have I seen a child so happy and carefree. I was having coffee alone at Rock Island Coffee a few weeks ago and Nicole and her sister Kim were nice enough to stop in with the little man. He’s grown so much since then.
Its so funny how your life could change. Nicole and I have been friends for sometime now and though she hasn’t changed at all, her life has made some pretty extreme ones. I could only imagine. She and her husband James have asked me to prepare a little Christmas card featuring their son Jameson to give out to family and friends. Of course I’ll do it for free. After all. The kid rocks man!
Self warming toilets
Its that time of the year again. Winter! There’s so much to look forward to: Dressing in layers, cuddling around the fire with a loved one, rolling around in the icy snow. Okay, maybe not the last one; it doesn’t snow in Bermuda. But the thought is nice. Isn’t it?
Since the invention of the toilet we’ve come up with all sorts of great and wonderful ways of using it. Who’d have thought we could “go” right from the comfort of our own homes. The indoor bathroom has indeed revolutionized the way we use the bucket.
But what about during the cold seasons? Have you ever looked forward to sitting on the dumper with your favorite x-men comic during a cold night? No? Just me? Okay. Still, don’t you detest the cold toilet seat on your rump? You shouldn’t have to turn on your bathroom heater every time you use it. You’d think after all these years someone would have invented and patented a toilet that sensors your hinee and warms the seat as you sit! So frustrating wouldn’t you agree?
Just add water it says
Whenever anyone asks’ me if I’ve ever cooked, I arrogantly laugh aloud. I can do this because I have skillfully mastered the art of Pop Tart toasting. Surprisingly some of you may not know this, but not only can I make delicious pop-able treats, I also am very experienced in the field of Ramon Noodles, Microwave Popcorn and Chicken Nuggets.
What’s that? Yes, I agree. Im quite the seasoned cook. I’ve prepared many bachelor meals in my day but there is one that I have not yet conquered; And that would be “Aunt Jemima’s Classic: Just Add Water Pancake Mix”. Yes, a daring task. Tricky but possible.
Im excited to announce to my readers (all 4 of you) that tomorrow morning, at approximately 9:30am I will be attempting to mix my very first batch of griddle cakes from scratch the box. Although this has never been done by a professional such as myself, I’m quite confident that I could pull it off (I think). With me will be my trusty helper, my younger cousin Tee-Ann, who will bravely assist with the necessary procedures.
A few nights ago I had a friend over who made me the most delicious pancakes you’ll ever taste. Almost brought tears to my eyes as I devoured the beautiful light and fluffy patties.
So with that, wish me luck and if you want, join me (from the comfort of your own home). I’ll feel your presence in spirit.
Pancakes From Scratch
- 1 cup flour (or ‘flower’ if your that dumb)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon sugarSift them together.
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon cooking oil or butterMix in thoroughly, until smooth. Heat a (preferably nonstick) pan to a bit more than medium heat.
Pancakes cool quickly, so it might be good to keep them on a warmed plate while you finish the batch.
Pour in puddles the size of your palm. When the edges are ready, flip the pancake. When the flipped pancake begins to arch upward a bit, them suckers are ready to take off.
Serve immediately with syrup, honey or a fried mouse. Its your choice.
FUN FACT: Pancakes make you go to the potty! Who knew?
