It’s Lent, and you know what that means

Fish Friiiiiiiiies! Oh, yeah, um, and the subdued, thoughtful preparation for Easter via personal sacrifice and contemplation. But mostly the ever-important Fish Fry.  At least here in the greater Cincinnati area where, on Friday evenings, it seems like the whole area is shoveling down breaded fish and hushpuppies (blessedly deep fried in the same oil). … Continue reading It’s Lent, and you know what that means

Fat Tuesday, Ash Wednesday, and (not) making that obligatory sacrifice

Yesterday was Fat Tuesday.  I largely let it slip past without observation this year, which is kind of unlike me – I'm not one to overlook any excuse to relax and do a little good-natured partying.  Granted, Mardi Gras isn't exactly a core tradition to someone mostly German and Scotch-Irish, but, hey, I'd celebrate Guy … Continue reading Fat Tuesday, Ash Wednesday, and (not) making that obligatory sacrifice