I love soups and stews. The bringing together of flavors and the aromas they create while cooking are evocative and enticing. This Italian soup reminds me of home and comfort. It is remarkably easy to make, and it will bring the feeling of warmth to your place. #larryskitchen

https://larryskitchen.net/blog/stracciatella-alla-romana

they know just where to (continually) hit me -- D&D and making food. yeah, I'm a halfling in spirit. #DnD

THE DECK OF MANY MORSELS, a recipe deck based on the New York Times bestselling D&D cookbook series, compiles some favorites from Heroes’ Feast Vol 1 and Heroes’ Feast: Flavors of the Multiverse PLUS 10 new recipes!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593580737

I’m watching you, Wazowski. Always watching.

GODZILLA x Kong: The New Empire was amazing. The fight scenes, scenery, music was all spot on. Godzilla is truly the King of the Monsters. And him napping in the Colosseum in Rome is just the most adorable thing.

The Take Two Interactive/Gearbox Entertainment deal is a great move for both companies. I hope the acquisition is smooth and pain-free for all involved. And I'm really looking forward to what gets produced/published by this combo.

https://www.polygon.com/24114399/embracer-gearbox-borderlands-take-two-2k-sale

Today is Godzilla Day (oh, I guess it can also be Kong Day if that's your jam). looking forward to seeing the new movie tonight.

for having just a digital screen for a face, Zero is so expressive. my favorite Vault Hunter in all the Borderlands games.

I appreciate the effort, but when postage is more than the refund, you can just keep it.

in tonight's D&D campaign, the party inadvertently desecrates a crypt dedicated to the god of secrets, leaves behind a kindly dark gnome to be devoured by wraiths, and one member gets an apparent curse from a mummy. not a bad night, really. #DnD

Noodles are one of my favorite meals, whether in a baked cheese dish or covered with a spicy sauce. However, a peppery broth is an amazing addition to udon noodles, and when you toss in a soft-boiled egg and butter, the broth takes on a very creamy texture. #larryskitchen

https://larryskitchen.net/blog/udon-noodles-with-peppery-broth

interesting conversation with a recruiter for a position I know very well. we talked baseball (particularly the AL East) for the first 5-10 minutes. this is not the first time this has happened. honestly, I think it is pretty cool.

"Rarely in the pages of a D&D book do you find the kind of guidance that becomes a fulcrum around which the entire storyline revolves. That’s because the folks that write D&D books can’t ever know who will be showing up to play. It’s up to the humans at the table to bring that kind of sustenance along with them on game nights if they want to..."

Great writing by Charlie Hall.

https://www.polygon.com/24105875/worlds-beyond-number-narrative-style-adventure

finished up Borderlands 2 and all the DLC late last night. moving on to Borderlands 3 in my replay of all the Borderlands games. I don't ever remember playing Tales From The Borderlands but I'll give those a go later.

no. not in one night. I'm not THAT deranged!!

A goal and two assists in the last winter game. Definitely got faster, stronger as the season went on. Hope I can have the chance to play Spring season with this team. Fun group. 🐐 🏒

one more game on the winter hockey schedule tonight. if the ice rink is my safe zone, I may never leave after today. not sure what's going on, but I feel like I've got FOMO, imposter syndrome, insomnia, and excitement all wrapped up in one neat little package. woo.

this is unbelievable. FSK Bridge in Baltimore collapses after being hit by a freighter around 1:30 a.m. people in cars sent into the Patapsco River. search still going on. worried about my Baltimore area friends.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/03/26/baltimore-key-bridge-collapse-maryland/

Parmesan garlic or Old Bay hot sauce? Double baking at two different temperatures produces a lean and crispy wing! Also delicious! #larryskitchen

This recipe for Smoked Turkey Meatballs was born from stress and inspiration. It also makes great use of any leftover turkey you may have after a big meal. Using a hot sauce as your dipping sauce gives them a nice kick. #larryskitchen

https://larryskitchen.net/blog/smoked-turkey-meatballs

how fast are things moving these days?

recruiter sets up interview with me; I accept interview; five minutes later, recruiter cancels interview because position is now filled but wants to stay in touch with me for future opportunities; I agree.

while not the desired outcome, still 10 times better than being ghosted!

back to doing early morning European calls and late night Asia-Pacific calls. I love talking to everyone around the world. And being productive with our calls!