In the past 3 weeks, I've brewed 3 batches of beer. I'm also using the all grain method to brewing which is more complicated than extract brewing which I have only done in the past. Since I literally have no more containers to hold beer, it looks like this is going to be my last batch for a while.
Some of the rewards of brewing are that you always gain experience. You try not to let anything go wrong, but as you brew you become more organized and better at completing the process. Another really nice thing about brewing is that you get to enjoy your finished product. You know you've completed your mission when your friends are over and drinking all your stash and that you have successfully crafted a delicious beverage.
Now, it's time to continue with the year of content.
Working Out: I made a promise to myself at the beginning of the year that I would get myself back into shape. That is something I need to do for myself. It's a totally different kind of motivation but not something I can't do. i realize I've never consistently worked out while having a full time job. This is something I'm going to have to change really fast if I want to lead a healthy life. Organization is something I feel as though I'm good at. I just need to section off parts of the day for when I can actually workout.
Learning Italian: I've slowed down in the past few weeks with my Italian studies (mostly due to my beer brewing taking up a lot of spare time as well as another project). I wanted to be finished with all 5 discs to the Rosetta Stone software. Well, less than 3 months remain before my trip so that may be out of the question now. However, I can get back on track for the most part now that I'm finished brewing. The good thing is that I have been supplementing my studying with other books and programs. Everything helps.
Double Secret Projects: There are other larger projects I've been reading about and researching for the past few weeks that have gotten me thinking a lot about what I want to do for the rest of my life. They contain a lot of inner dialogue that I've been working through. Investing in the future is a good way to put it. These ideas of mine just need to be put into action and I just have to make sure they follow through exactly as I expect they should.
Digital Stallion: Yet another awesome project. Vinny and I have put our heads together when we have had time and are making a lot of progress in writing. I still have work to do on my first project, Journey To Potera, and as slowly as it's being written it is happening. I just need to continue pushing forward with it all. We also have a Sunny spec script that we've made a lot of groundwork on. There simply isn't enough time in the day when it comes to projects like these.
Archery: I bought a bow this winter and have only gone to the range once with it. I did pretty well too, but haven't gone back yet. Once again, the time is not there. Now that brewing on Fridays is over though, I can go back and shoot again soon. I want to get good enough to go hunting this season out on Long Island with the bow.
Clearly, I have a lot on my plate, which is no different than real life. I'm always the guy who takes way to much than what I really need who always feels bad about leaving leftovers. The result is that I get way to full and the fault is all mine. I guess I'm just a hungry guy but my body can only take so much at once. I'd love to concentrate all of my efforts into one project, but than I feel like I'd be selling myself short. Looking at the big picture, I feel like I've gained more real world experience going through all of these different projects in my life.
Friday, March 29, 2013
Monday, March 4, 2013
Ospiti dall'Appartamento di Mirtilla Fouri Il Colosseo
Buongiorno miei amici e la mia famiglia!
We are getting closer to our journey to Italy and I've been working on all the fine details today. Only 3 and 1/2 months away now and almost everything is booked; hotels, flights, seats, and transportation to and from the hotels, train stations, and airports.
Something I'd like to request from you guys and girls is if any of you have visited any of the places I've been mentioning in the blog, please feel free to share your own experiences or great places to eat in the comments section below!
Our first destination is Rome. When I went there eight years ago, we didn't stay there long enough so this time will be different. We will be staying in Rome for five nights which will give us plenty of opportunities to see the city.
Let's start with the apartment we are staying in. Out of all the places I have to say I'm most excited for Mirtilla Apt in the Colosseum Area. In the heart of Rome, just five minutes from the Roman Forum and The Colosseum, is where our host Edoardo will welcome us the the ancient city.
"This splendid apartment (180smq) is located at the third floor(with elevator)in an
elegant building, a school, built at the end of the 18th century,in the center of Rome,
between Colosseum / Fori Imperiali and Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, one of the
most ancient parts of Rome, characterized by its unique 18th century buildings and the most
famous monuments." (https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/269005)
The history of the apartment itself is awesome and will make the experience even better. The apartment received great reviews from all of it's past guests. To be just a short walk from some of the most historical locations in Europe is just thrilling. We intend on seeing the Pantheon, the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel, Piazza Navona, San Pietro in Vincoli, and Piazza della Repubblica, the Forum, the Colosseum, and Trastevere.
Of course, Rome has amazing food and someone who stayed at Mirtilla Apartment mentioned a spot called Le Caveau just around the corner from where we will be. In addition to that, our Italian teacher, Daniel Smith, mentioned some of the famous foods and drinks we must try while in the Lazio region.
Abbacchio, known as lamb, Carciofo, or artichokes, Amatriciana, the sauce of Rome, Tiramisu, Frascati, which is a chilled white wine, Sambuca, and of course Grappa, the drink of the gods. Also, Gelato, Fragole, or strawberries, Broccolettini, which is a bitter form of broccoli, and Asparagi, or asparagus.Of course, every meal I eat will be supplemented with copious amount of prosciutto, cantaloupe, and pizza.
The only downside to visiting Italy is late June is that figs are not yet in season. I really wish they were because there is something else in the world like a delicious, ripe fig.The good thing is that the melon is in season. I make no exaggeration when I write the following: The best meal I've ever had in my life was in Italy and was as simple as could be. Prosciutto and cantaloupe. Best meal ever.
Did I mention that I'm excited? Again, if you have been to Rome, please mention in the comments any of your favorite places to visit or eat so that we can enjoy the experience as well.
Buona sera!
We are getting closer to our journey to Italy and I've been working on all the fine details today. Only 3 and 1/2 months away now and almost everything is booked; hotels, flights, seats, and transportation to and from the hotels, train stations, and airports.
Something I'd like to request from you guys and girls is if any of you have visited any of the places I've been mentioning in the blog, please feel free to share your own experiences or great places to eat in the comments section below!
Our first destination is Rome. When I went there eight years ago, we didn't stay there long enough so this time will be different. We will be staying in Rome for five nights which will give us plenty of opportunities to see the city.
Let's start with the apartment we are staying in. Out of all the places I have to say I'm most excited for Mirtilla Apt in the Colosseum Area. In the heart of Rome, just five minutes from the Roman Forum and The Colosseum, is where our host Edoardo will welcome us the the ancient city.
Roma
"This splendid apartment (180smq) is located at the third floor(with elevator)in an
elegant building, a school, built at the end of the 18th century,in the center of Rome,
between Colosseum / Fori Imperiali and Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, one of the
most ancient parts of Rome, characterized by its unique 18th century buildings and the most
famous monuments." (https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/269005)
The history of the apartment itself is awesome and will make the experience even better. The apartment received great reviews from all of it's past guests. To be just a short walk from some of the most historical locations in Europe is just thrilling. We intend on seeing the Pantheon, the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel, Piazza Navona, San Pietro in Vincoli, and Piazza della Repubblica, the Forum, the Colosseum, and Trastevere.
Of course, Rome has amazing food and someone who stayed at Mirtilla Apartment mentioned a spot called Le Caveau just around the corner from where we will be. In addition to that, our Italian teacher, Daniel Smith, mentioned some of the famous foods and drinks we must try while in the Lazio region.
Abbacchio, known as lamb, Carciofo, or artichokes, Amatriciana, the sauce of Rome, Tiramisu, Frascati, which is a chilled white wine, Sambuca, and of course Grappa, the drink of the gods. Also, Gelato, Fragole, or strawberries, Broccolettini, which is a bitter form of broccoli, and Asparagi, or asparagus.Of course, every meal I eat will be supplemented with copious amount of prosciutto, cantaloupe, and pizza.
The only downside to visiting Italy is late June is that figs are not yet in season. I really wish they were because there is something else in the world like a delicious, ripe fig.The good thing is that the melon is in season. I make no exaggeration when I write the following: The best meal I've ever had in my life was in Italy and was as simple as could be. Prosciutto and cantaloupe. Best meal ever.
Did I mention that I'm excited? Again, if you have been to Rome, please mention in the comments any of your favorite places to visit or eat so that we can enjoy the experience as well.
Buona sera!
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