October 5, 2006
Mexican Lasagna and other stuff
Thank you for all your sweet comments yesterday about that man's comment. It just really bummed me out, but I'm determined to keep on walking so I can fit my old clothes, maybe even go down a size less! MF e-mailed me today and said how much she loves our walks and that we should do it more often. Amen to that.
Today, our dogs went to the vet for their yearly check-ups. Gracie, our rat terrier, has had horrible allergies since she was 1 (she's now 4) and she gets frequent ear infections. She had another one today, and the whole visit-- check-up, shots, meds, etc-- cost over $300. It is so hard to get ahead financially because it's always something. The good thing is, they put her on a new medication that already seems to be helping her allergies.
I had another back appointment today. I'm making progress, but my physical therapist thinks the pain and numbness is something I might struggle with off and on. The damage is done. Again, let me say how glad I am we hired a lawyer, because we only have 2 years until we settle, and the check-ups and therapy will continue long past that. And it won't be covered by health care probably because it's a previous condition and it's accident-related. I'd better be compensated.
After my appointment, which James came to so he could watch Olivia, she and I headed downtown to the Oriental Market. James and I love Cheese Ramyun (which is spicy Korean ramen soup with cheese in it). I also have been wanting to make Chop Chae, and I found some noodles I thought would work. I asked the lady if they were Korean glass noodles (the see through ones) and she didn't understand me, but she replied "Chop Chae noodle". Yes! I found a recipe that looks pretty accurate in one of our cookbooks. We ate it a few times in Korea and it was so yummy. It's got a strong sesame flavor. I also remember how to say "thank you" from James's sister teaching us, so I always try to thank the ladies in Korean when I go to the market. They always seem impressed. It's the only word I remember though. :-)
Tonight, we had Mexican lasagna. Yummy yum yum! Just layer tortillas (any flavor works) with a meat mixture (lean ground beed, sauteed with onion, garlic, and taco seasoning), and cheese. Then on top, more meat, lots of cheese, and scallions. Serve with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, whatever. So easy and good.
Tomorrow, MF and I are going to this mom's group. They are meeting at Burger King for breakfast. Not that thrilling, but it's something. It's actually our first event. Hope it'll be fun!