Random Stuff

In checking out the big map of Maine that I bought at the Mapsco store, it is clear that folks from Maine are not terribly original in the naming of their towns. In one area you can find Livermore, North Livermore, East Livermore, South Livermore, and Livermore Falls. Nearby is Norway, North Norway, Norway Center, and Norway Lake. You get the idea. Still, I can't wait to get there tomorrow.

Another food trailer review: Hat Creek Burgers are behind what used to be the Star Bar on West 6th St. Yes, a fancy bar closes, and a burger trailer takes over the outdoor seating area. The burgers aren't big, which is fine with me, but they are 100% Angus beef, and with pepper jack cheese, they are de-lish. Lots of lawyer types, and other professionals walking up to get the quality burgers and fries.

What did I learn from the Austin American-Statesman lately? July was the hottest month EVER in Austin. Just brutal, and all the more reason to look forward to going to a place with town names like Norway, Norway Lake, etc....

New World Deli is within walking distance of our house, and has been serving dinner for more than a year. Greg and Sarah run the place, and are usually there with their kids on the weekend nights that Carrie and I stop in for a casual dinner. The oldest daughter is now waiting tables, although she has to say things like, "I'm not old enough to bring your wine, so you'll have to wait for my mom to get it for you." She's cute, and probably too young for me to actually comment on how cute she is. On more than one occasion, the youngest daughter has been seen zipping around the restaurant on her Razor Scooter. The most stern comment I've heard from her mom was, "Dear, don't smash into the customers' tables." They have a shrimp and pasta dish, with a spicy cream sauce that Carrie and I share. It's good, and so much food that after sharing, we still have leftovers to take home.

Going to bed now.

Peace,

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