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I love boys who can cook. And Greek food is so sexy! I couldn't help smiling, too, when I read this chapter. But I still wanna see the hammer fall, cuz I'm evil that way. @Comicality My one complaint, though: Change the part where Shane says that the food is "yummy". It makes him sound five years old. It's too childish of a word for a boy his age. Other than that, this chapter was excellent. Also, I found Deme. Or my version of him, at least.

Had this one for breakfast this morning, with sliced almonds on top! http://momsbistro.net/start-your-mornings-right-with-this-quick-and-easy-10-minute-homemade-maple-brown-sugar-oatmeal-recipe/

It was an excellent book. According to Goodreads, it's planned as a two-part story. The sequel will be available next year. And OMG! I totally agree! She was my favorite Avatar, probably even more than Aang!

The Rise of Kyoshi, by F. C. Yee, with Michael Dante DiMartino. Brought it with me for reading on vacation. I had no idea it existed until I popped into Horizon Books a few days before departure. It follows the early life of Avatar Kyoshi, a formidable woman who was merciless in her pursuit of justice and peace amid an era of turmoil 430 years before the events of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Forced to flee after the "false Avatar" dies at the hands of his treacherous mentor, Kyoshi seeks aid in a group of daofei, brutal gangsters who adhere to a strict code of honor and blood. Together with her best friend and bodyguard, a Firebender named Rangi, can this humble household servant who can barely lift a pebble bring order and stability to the Earth Kingdom? Perhaps, but first she'll need someone to teach her how to bend the Four Elements.

This kid! OMG!

This one is a favorite of mine, and I usually serve it when I want to balance a heavier, rich casserole or a meat dish. However, I use balsamic vinegar instead of lemon juice, for a personal touch. https://theviewfromgreatisland.com/roasted-beet-and-burrata-salad-recipe/

Cheesy Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs Serves 8, but you might want to make more after tasting one Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes Total Time: 15 Minutes 8 hot dogs or Frankfurter-style sausages 16 strips of bacon, precooked* 8 hot dog buns 3 slices of American cheese, or another "melting" cheese of your choice *The bacon should still be pliable enough to wrap around the hot dogs 1. Preheat oven to 450 F /230 C /Gas Mark 8. 2. Slice each hot dog or sausage lengthwise, but don't cut all the way through. 3. Cut the cheese into small strips and stuff it into the opening of each hot dog. 4. Wrap two bacon strips around each hot dog, securing the ends with toothpicks or wooden skewers. 5. Place the hot dogs on a jelly roll pan, and bake for 10 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp. 6. Let the hot dogs cool for several minutes, then remove the skewers. Serve in buns with toppings of your choice.

He should wear the glasses full-time, in my opinion.

Rereading Gives Light, by Rose Christo. For the umpteenth time. This story is so heartfelt, so pure in its emotion. And Skylar is a sweetheart. "Sixteen-year-old Skylar is witty, empathetic, sensitive--and mute. Skylar hasn't uttered a single word since his mother died eleven years ago, a senseless tragedy he's grateful he doesn't have to talk about. When Skylar's father mysteriously vanishes one summer afternoon, Skylar is placed in the temporary custody of his only remaining relative, an estranged grandmother living on an Indian reservation in the middle of arid Arizona. Adapting to a brand new culture is the least of Skylar's qualms. Because Skylar's mother did not die a peaceful death. Skylar's mother was murdered eleven years ago on the Nettlebush Reserve. And her murderer left behind a son. And he is like nothing Skylar has ever known."

Just released yesterday.

OMG! OMG, OMG, OMGGGGG! Yes! YES, FINALLY!