the adventures of a curious cat

December 25th, 2009 | Posted by Sharon Joy

This was my first white christmas in a winter wonderland. When I come to think of it, it is a childhood fantasy come true.

Though I miss my family in the Philippines this Christmas, I had a really great time with my new family here in Colorado. Though it’s freezing cold outside, it feels good inside. Love is truly everywhere. I enjoy being with them. They are absolutely loads of fun, and not to mention absolutely amazing in the kitchen. I’m glad I’m not on a diet now.

It has been a truly wonderful Christmas.

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December 19th, 2009 | Posted by Sharon Joy

I had a note placed outside the packages that said “DO NOT OPEN UNTIL NOCHE BUENA”

Guess what. Of course it didn’t stay closed until Noche Buena!

But then, I kind of expected that to happen already. Not following instructions. It runs in the family.

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December 18th, 2009 | Posted by Sharon Joy

Because he sings:

My wife is psychotic but I still fucking love her…

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December 17th, 2009 | Posted by Sharon Joy

I loved it. But then, I love anything with gata (coconut milk). My husband loved it too.

Here’s my version of the hot Pinoy favorite:

• 1/2 kilo pork, cut into 1” cubes
• 1 cup serrano or jalapeno peppers thinly cut (i think sili espada is the perfect choice but it’s not available here in Colorado)
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 3 cloves of garlic minced
• 1 onion, minced
• 1 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup shitake mushrooms thinly sliced
• Salt and pepper

Directions

1. Brown pork with a little oil for a few minutes,
2. In another pan sauté garlic, onion, mushrooms and serrano peppers. Add the pork when onions look transparent.
3. Pour in coconut milk, and bring to a boil and then stir
4. Add in chili powder and cook until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

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December 17th, 2009 | Posted by Sharon Joy

Doctor said my baby is bigger than he/she’s supposed to be for his/her age, but he said it’s within normal expectations.

He also said baby moves a lot. Why am I not surprised. (By this time Eli can’t stop talking and interrupting)

Then baby starts to hiccup… and I fell deeply in love.

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