Monthly Archives: January 2009
Borderline, Bipolar and Schizophrenia, Oh My!
So as you know, I’m on my psych rotation right now, and I’m enjoying it much more than I thought I would (the beautiful facility helps!). At first, you find yourself in this awkward dance to figure out why you’re … Continue reading
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Nonna Luna’s Rice
No, it’s not my Nonna Luna, but rather Giada De Laurentiis’. Nonetheless, I want to share this recipe with you. After seeing Giada make this on a recent episode of Giada At Home I had to make it, despite not … Continue reading
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Asparagus and Butterhead Lettuce Salad
I’ve been meaning to make this salad since March of last year, and finally did last night with some pasta. Might I just say — YUM! We both really loved it and I think the dressing is very versatile for … Continue reading
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Psych – an unusual experience
One week down in my psych rotation – 5 to go! Working on a psych unit is a very interesting exercise — I find myself very involved in the world within those walls during my 8-hour shift, and then leaving … Continue reading
Annie Goodrich Ball
One of YSN’s yearly traditions is the Annie Goodrich Ball, which I attended on Friday night at the Omni Hotel, just a mere block from our place! It was great to get dressed up, have some drinks, and dance the … Continue reading
Zesty Tagliarini
I’ll be the first to admit — this is not a low-fat dish! Nonetheless, a small portion really fills you up, and while it was excellent for dinner tonight, it would be also be great as a first-course at a … Continue reading
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No Bake Cookies
Last night I realized that I needed to make a dessert to bring to a Yale interviewee potluck this afternoon, and therefore needed to use what I had around. What to make? No bake cookies, of course! I generally always … Continue reading
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Snowy January Day
I’ve definitely come around to seeing what’s good about snow, and that’s great as we’ve had ample opportunity! All it takes is the right boots and jacket, and snow is a very enjoyable phenomenon (and yes, I do consider it … Continue reading
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Survival
Phew, that was a rough first week back at school! Much like the first week of our first semester, I was pretty wiped out towards the end of the week, and needed a break! Thankfully, I have a four-day weekend … Continue reading
January Birthdays!
Wow, I have a lot of friends with January birthdays! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EACH OF YOU! First, my Dad’s 60th birthday was on the 8th – Happy Birthday, Dad! My Dad and Kurt in San Francisco My friend Norma, who … Continue reading
