Feb 13
Last night we cracked into a bottle of vodka our friends brought us back from Vermont. (Thanks, K&F!) It's made from maple sap, but isn't maple flavored. It's a smooth and nice drinking vodka. The website has recipes, a lot of which incorporate maple syrup, of course.
http://www.vermontspirits.com/site.html#/home
Feb 11
I decided on a whim yesterday afternoon to take a yoga class and check out the new studio across from my office. Nevermind that I've never taken a yoga class before in my life, unless you count Wii Fit yoga.
Here's the description of the class:
Hot Flow
All levels. Our Signature Class! Hot Flow is a dynamic vinyasa style practice that combines elements of Bikram, Anusara, Kundalini and Ashtanga Yoga. This "perfect" combination of balancing, strengthening, energizing and deep stretching poses set to music and practiced in a room heated to 95°. This class is appropriate for newcomers as well as the more experienced yogi. From head to toe your body will feel invigorated and detoxified while you sharpen your mental focus and renew your spirit. Be prepared to SWEAT!
Ok, so I came to the class prepared to sweat, but man I didn't think it was possible to sweat so much. I really liked the class and will probably try it or another like it again soon.
Feb 6
Not something I do unless it's halibut or salmon. Today, though, I had garlic fish (mahi mahi) at a thai restaurant before going to the airport. Quite tasty.
Feb 4
For my last night on Maui, I enjoyed beachside mai tais, a beautiful sunset & pineapple upside down cake. Today a message & then back to reality. Maybe I'll try to extend the experience a little longer with a tropical drink at the airport bar.
Jan 30
Half lilikio (
http://www.tradewindsfruit.com/lilikoi.htm) & half pineapple. A quintessential Hawaiian treat; only second to shave ice.
Jan 30
Pomellos are one of my favorite fruit. I like the slightly sweet grapefruit flavor. They are wildly expensive in Anchorage so I took advantage of my location & bought two. The downside is it takes some work to enjoy the tasty insides, the skin is thick & the pith plentiful. Oh, but the reward so wonderful.
Jan 29
Update: Here's a picture my friend took of me while snorkeling with her underwater camera.
Whew, I survived the snorkel trip. I'm not a very strong swimmer so things like snorkeling make me nervous. But there were these foam noodles to hold onto & they keep you floating. They also let me relax a bit & enjoy the scenery. For a reward it was fresh piña coladas & some minor sun burn.
Jan 28
I arrived in Maui today & tomorrow it's off for a snorkel cruise. Then the fun is over as I attend a convention and learn how to become a more effective trial lawyer. I'm sure I'll fit in some beach time somehow.
