We obviously do not have the internet

Sorry--I can't really keep up with this blogging thing without Al Gore's Internet. We DO get a little bit of wireless in our front yard, but the neighbors really stare when we sit on the stump out front to check our email. We're probably not considered the coolest people on our block.

Here a few of the happenings in our life lately: last night we had a cookout for the football team. Coach Napier contacted Thomas last week to give him the heads up that skills and drills would be cancelled, so we planned a cookout. About 75 people showed up. Thank goodness we bought 60 lbs of ground beef and 320 hot dogs at Sam's. Of course, I was right and we had way too much food, but I think Thomas thrives off of cramming food into our freezer. The cookout was a success. I made an endless amount of hamburger patties by hand while Thomas dominated the grill. The football team took over the common area of the Woodlands Apartment complex as all 70-something people dominated the volleyball and pool area. It was a tad overwhelming but lots of fun. Pictures to follow.

I am by no means aspiring to have a cooking blog, but I did want to include this "recipe" for grilled corn. Makes my mouth watering just thinking about it. Our friend Chuck Perry found the recipe and we've now had grilled corn 3 nights in a row.

1. Shuck 6 ears of corn.

2. Melt 1/4 stick of unsalted butter.

3. Add 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese, a dash of sea salt, garlic powder and 2 T. of chopped fresh basil to the melted butter. Whisk lightly.

4. Use a basting brush to evenly coat the ears of corn with the butter mixture.

5. Grill on medium heat for 15 minutes, turning once.