Monthly Archives: December 2011

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Turkey Pastrami on the Grill

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This turkey pastrami recipe is pretty straight-forward and easy to make.  The rub needs to be applied a day in advance for get the flavor deep into the turkey meat.  I got the recipe from my go to grilling book … Continue reading

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Current Hard Work Update — December 16, 2011

It’s been over a month since my last Current Hard Work Update, so it’s definitely due.  I’ve been very busy working on non-current hard work projects and doing some traveling, so I don’t feel too bad about it. I have … Continue reading

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How to grill in Winter

The majority of households in the US own a grill, but how many use it all year?  Sure, if you live in Miami, Houston, or San Diego, it’s no big deal.  Many Northerners choose to pack up the grill in … Continue reading

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Optimistic Realism, an Oxymoron or the Answer?

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about my natural temperament and personal paradigm and I came to the conclusion that I’m an optimistic realist to my core.  On the surface, it would seem that being an optimist and a realist … Continue reading

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Travelogue – Maiden Rock Winery and Cidery Medieval Feast and Wassailing of the Trees

Maiden Rock Winery & Cidery in Stockholm, WI holds a ceremony called the Wassailing of the trees to encourage the cider apple trees to produce plenty of fruit in the coming year and to ward off evil spirits.  This year, … Continue reading

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