Sweet sustenance, thy name is Wendy.

How do I justify thee? Let me count the ways.As a strapping man of many stone, I understand my worth, for yea that mine own intake may not exceed 2800 calories on the morrow.As well my morning coffee cost me but a trifle, a mere 50 calories in nonfat milk, and four sweeteners sent to adorn and please my palate from the very Gods above.Upon the path to the stable, I was confronted by the stealth and savory wit of a banana, and I laid with it for a time. She was sweet, but she cost me. 110 calories, save I return to the bunch.But only 160 into the warmth of the morning sun, my gait was strong, my fears unrealized, my intent noble, for I knew my luncheon fate lay ahead as the sun rose to its … [Read more...]

Neurotransmitters for Dummies

So, I have ADD.And, I'm fairly hypomanic. Much like many other bloggers.That being said, I also have a heavy foot.And, I have used my Deferred Adjudication AND Defensive Driving for the year. And so, I do this. You know, to remind me. Does it work? Maybe. Do I get strange looks from people who peer inside my car at traffic lights? Absolutely.But do I care? Yup, a bit.But do I want to pay for and take one more drug?Not so much.Do any of you have any secrets for dealing with your DNA shortcomings? Or do your drugs work? I'd love to hear... … [Read more...]

Putting the pieces together

I taught her how to do this. And she's scaring me now. I'm starting to see her, but not recognize her. She's the same baby who wouldn't sleep, and yet a whole new little girl I don't understand. I gotta be honest, my friend, you are really scaring me. I know I'm not the first Daddy to ever go through this, but it doesn't seem to matter. You are the first and only girl I will ever go through this with, and it is already happening too fast. WAY too fast. It's ok if you want to go slow. I do too. … [Read more...]

Crock Pot Chicken Chili

Some of my favorite things...My Kids.Poker.Sex.To read this list so far, you might actually think I was male...a few more...My blog.Writing.Music.Women.Sex.Eating.Hmmm...yep, still male...not too many issues...Sex.Eating.Um, Jay? Already said those, pal.Sex.Eating.Ok...starting to...Sex.Eating....Sex. Eating.Um...Security? Medic?Ok...tell you what. For the sake of maintaining an appetite lets just focus on eating...shall we? Today my transformation to woman will be complete as I share one of our newest and newly favorite recipes with you. And I mean, this recipe is SICK. You know, sick good, not sick sick. Remember too that I'm not very experimental in the kitchen (I know...don't bother ;-) … [Read more...]