Forever until the end
This is a tumblelog, kinda like a blog but with short-form, mixed-media posts with stuff I like. Scroll down a bit to start reading, or a bit more to read more about me.
Doug Perrine captured these stunning photographs in the Maldives. The particular location (Vaadhoo Island) has a concentrated population of bioluminescent phytoplankton. Bioluminescence is a natural chemical reaction which occurs when a micro-organism in the water reacts with oxygen. When washed ashore by the tides, the phytoplankton’s chemical energy is turned into light energy, illuminating the waves.
Grilled Chicken & Fruit Salad
- 6 cups spinach & arugula salad greens
- 1/3 cup raspberries
- 1/3 cup blackberries
- 1/3 cup blueberries
- 1/3 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 3 limes, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/4 small red onion
- 1/3 cup light olive oil
- 1 tablespoon poppyseeds
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- In a large bowl, toss together salad and berries. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine the walnuts, brown sugar, water, garlic salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until the sugar bubbles and begins to caramelize. Transfer walnuts to a piece of parchment paper, allow to cool.
- Place the remaining ingredients in a blender of food processor. Puree together until well mixed.
- Assemble the salad by tossing the salad and berries together with the walnuts. Top with dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy!
“when life reaches out with a moment like this it’s a sin if you don’t reach back.” - Silver Linings Playbook.
Dear Tiffany, I know you wrote the letter. The only way you could beat my crazy was by doing something crazy yourself. Thank you. I love you. I knew it the minute I met you. I’m sorry it took so long for me to catch up. I just got stuck. - Pat
