Odds and Ends

Just a few random thoughts... Well, not so random.  I love to brag that my hubby is the best cook EVER and that I rarely have to complete that chore on my own anymore.  Here is his second attempt at the pork chop stuffed with goat cheese, prunes, almonds, and lemon infused olive oil.

AND here is the super fabulous loaf of banana bread that he made for our breakfasts for the week.  This guy has perfected the art of banana bread.  Don't ask for his recipe though.  My mom did just that and the recipe that he gave her was slightly less than complete.  Oh well, I guess that just means that mom will just have to visit more often to sample that yummy goodness.

On another note, this morning we discovered that there is something loud and noisy that Smokey is actually NOT afraid of.  If you've ever spent time around Smoke Dog for more than 5 minutes then you know that there are 3 things that he is afraid of: (1) anything that is loud, (2) anything that has the potential to fall over and make noise, and (3) anything new (even babies).  This new and apparently un-scary common household item is the hairdryer.  I was sitting on the floor, drying my hair, when I decided to direct the flow of warm air at Smokey's unsuspecting face.  I was fully expecting a freak out moment, however I think I may have created a new bad habit instead.  He jumped up, backed away, and then came back for more.  He actually stuck his head under my arm to nudge me to "dry" his back.  Spoiled brat.  I think he'll expect this pampering treatment in the mornings now.  I guess that's my fault for trying to tease him!