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6 August 2012 at 12 : 33 PM

(English) Stepping Backward – Voting Rights 1965 and now

(English) voting rights act 1965 freedom

24 January 2012 at 23 : 53 PM

(English) My thoughts on the State of the Union…From the Editor

Posted by wally in Blog 0

(English) 2nd – I would like to say that it was a decent speech but not a lot of substance. Herein is the problem of the Presidency. Americans must know that your fight begins with your Congressional members and your Vote.

- Issues with Obama
o We had a lot of talk about new programs and regulations without how we were going to pay for them. In addition, as a small business owner/entrepreneur, I do not believe that tax credits can help me fund growth. What is necessary is access to capital thru your new merged Commerce department or something?
o Nothing was said about all the subsidies. While you attack the easy (Oil) how about farm subsidies? Where are we on that? What are you going to do to make that an example of Free Market economy or should I go plant corn?
o Play in World Markets. I really still cannot articulate your strategy. How do you plan to draw us away from being the Police for the World? Where does the funding go? It can’t stop. I understand the need to protect our sovereignty and I don’t believe that the current send a brigade everywhere works. So what is the strategy?
o To the big stuff, what actually is your idea on Tax Reform? I sort of hear it on the Republican side? What is yours? Cutting the loopholes doesn’t get us there. We need a complete overall of tax reform. Broaden the base and flatten the tax rate. I am thinking that two levels are better 25 slowly migrating to 18% depending on income. With this, we need to remove all deductions and penalties, including Gift / Inheritance tax.
o Where is the support for voter’s rights?
o Okay, I am for public / private partnership to fund employment. But if government dollars are involved, we must tie it to benefits of Welfare and Unemployment.
o America needs to be re-tooled and it has to happen in conjunction with Benefits.
o I applaud you for reaching out to manufacturing this is needed. Being from the Midwest, we need to restore our cities that were built on manufacturing.

- Issue with Republican response
o I have heard a lot from my buddies about what Obama has done wrong, but where are they making a commitment to come together as a team. I still see a big difference between Tea Party on the right and Reaganites. How do we come together as a party?
o What is your plan for stimulating the economy? Don’t tell me by putting more money into the pockets of those that already have. That did not work. Can you stay Stimulus package? We need a bill that stimulates growth at the Micro level. This is the Republican party of Lincoln and Reagan
o Where is the support for voter’s rights? If I am American, why don’t we propose a law that mandates that you HAVE to vote?
o Where was the response to be honest? I just hear a lot of griping and blame but no response to change and resolution of the problems at hand.

23 January 2012 at 23 : 19 PM

(English) The Last Supper – Ribeye Steak with Sweet Potao Fries and a Vegetable Stir-Fry Medley

Posted by wally in Blog , Brasil , brazil , Comida , Meat , Recipes , Savory 0

(English) It is that time of year again, holidays are over…. New Year…Time to get in shape….In addition to this I have two major motivating factors, turning 50 this year and my compadre…C.W. Harris has been grinding it out (becoming a Super Hero). I am feeling bad. Need to get back the Abs. But before this happen, I have to have my LAST SUPPER!!!!

So about two weeks ago, passing by one of my favorite neighborhood butcher, La Rosa, I spot Ribeye. (If there any that I am sure God created besides me, it was a beautiful piece of meat called Ribeye.) Something about it started singing to me in a heavenly voice. I could hear myself being delivered. As if I was being seduced and had to cheat on my princesa, she called me. Devour me. She called my name. I knew how Adam felt (or some of our politicians) TEMPTED!!!! I ask for two pieces about two inches thick each. That would give me one piece for me. And enough for everyone else! (I am being fair. For it was I that was suffering thru this moment of deceitful lust!!)

While smoking My UZI Weighs a Ton (thank you Mr. Drew). I walk home… enough time to contemplate how and when I was going to partake of her love, for yes. Ribeye …I shall have you. First, just like any great Goddess, she needed to be prepared for sacrifice. Let’s see What’s in da Fridge? How can I dress her for a soon to come lovely night of decadence?

Got it. She will be bathed (aged) for at least a week in a bath only fit for her beauty.

Queen’s bath (marinade)

- Balsamic Vinegar

- Cracked Black Pepper

- Rosemary

- Salsa (got some left over from Costco)

- Crushed Garlic

I leave her there resting in all of her lavishness for two weeks. (Yeah in the fridge – wrapped and sealed in good old Tupperware – to keep the refrigerator taste out.)

1 January 2012 at 10 : 18 AM

(English) A New Year’s Toast from Everyday Guy

Posted by wally in Blog , New York , Relaxation , Cosas , Viajes 0

(English)

Brandy Library is the perfect spot to unwind after work, whet your appetite before dinner, spend an evening wining and dining, have dessert and a cognac, or have the time of your life after everyone else has gone to bed. You’ll find us well-stocked and willing, (7 days, 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thursday).

31 December 2011 at 12 : 20 PM

Pablo Neruda Celebración

Posted by wally in Blog , Inspiration , Relaxation , Cosas 0

(English) De esto no cabe duda. Mi osamenta
consistió, a veces, en palabras duras
como huesos al aire y a la lluvia,
y pude celebrar lo que sucede
dejando en vez de canto o testimonio
un porfiado esqueleto de palabras.

30 December 2011 at 11 : 16 AM

(English) Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Posted by wally in Blog , Comida , Latin , Latin , New York , Recipes , savory , Savory 0

(English) Martinez Cigars Customer Appreciation Party is on. As always, Your Everyday Guy is on POINT!!!!!!

Let’s see a lot of people. Need good food. Drink Cigars. What should I make?

AHA…..yes!!!!!!!! Need to get to Fairway Market. 38 degrees a little breezy, grab my Liga Privada.. Flying Pig… Take a walk to Fairway. 60 blocks, just enough to finish the cigar (with my coffee in the thermos of course)

Pulled Pork Sandwiches

- 2 Pork Butts about 10lbs each.

- BRINE / MARINADE

30 December 2011 at 11 : 38 AM

Torta de Pavo

Posted by wally in Blog , Comida , New York , Recipes , savory , Savory 0

(English) What’s in da Fridge……TURKEY TORTA….

Well alright, it is a meat pie. Something like that.

Two days I made two stuffed turkey breast with asparagus, sundried tomatoes, tartufelle cheese (basically a provolone aged with truffles).

This is a really easy dish.

• Two 9” pie crust. (yeah too lazy to make pie crust. Not that good yet).
• Basil
• 6 six eggs
• ¼ lb of cheese
• Head of Broccoli
• Two tomatoes
• ¼ lb queso fresco
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Garlic
• Olive oil
• Salt / Pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 325.

Here is when my best friend comes in to play – Food Processor.

Cut up your meat (not to wreck your processor). Slow add the turkey with the stuffing. Add in the garlic, eggs, olive oil, basil, cheese!

Pour into a bowl. Check to make sure everything was processed. It should be a creamy consistency. Use the heavy cream to smooth it out.

Now…chop the head of broccoli. You really only want the florets. Line the bottom of the pie crust pan with the florets. Now pour in your mixture. Smooth out. Cover sparsely with some more florets.

Take your tomatoes slice and de-seed. Chop finely and integrate the queso fresco. This is your last topping for the torta. Place on top.

Top with a little Olive oil.

Ready for the Oven. You are going to need 30-45 minutes at 325. You just want to make sure that it is cooked all the way thru. Should have the consistency of a cheesecake.
What’s in da Fridge……TURKEY TORTA….

Well alright, it is a meat pie. Something like that.

Two days I made two stuffed turkey breast with asparagus, sundried tomatoes, tartufelle cheese (basically a provolone aged with truffles).

This is a really easy dish.

• Two 9” pie crust. (yeah too lazy to make pie crust. Not that good yet).
• Basil
• 6 six eggs
• ¼ lb of cheese
• Head of Broccoli
• Two tomatoes
• ¼ lb queso fresco
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Garlic
• Olive oil
• Salt / Pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 325.

Here is when my best friend comes in to play – Food Processor.

Cut up your meat (not to wreck your processor). Slow add the turkey with the stuffing. Add in the garlic, eggs, olive oil, basil, cheese!

Pour into a bowl. Check to make sure everything was processed. It should be a creamy consistency. Use the heavy cream to smooth it out.

Now…chop the head of broccoli. You really only want the florets. Line the bottom of the pie crust pan with the florets. Now pour in your mixture. Smooth out. Cover sparsely with some more florets.

Take your tomatoes slice and de-seed. Chop finely and integrate the queso fresco. This is your last topping for the torta. Place on top.

Top with a little Olive oil.

Ready for the Oven. You are going to need 30-45 minutes at 325. You just want to make sure that it is cooked all the way thru. Should have the consistency of a cheesecake.

What’s in da Fridge……TURKEY TORTA….

Well alright, it is a meat pie. Something like that.

Two days I made two stuffed turkey breast with asparagus, sundried tomatoes, tartufelle cheese (basically a provolone aged with truffles).

This is a really easy dish.

• Two 9” pie crust. (yeah too lazy to make pie crust. Not that good yet).
• Basil
• 6 six eggs
• ¼ lb of cheese
• Head of Broccoli
• Two tomatoes
• ¼ lb queso fresco
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Garlic
• Olive oil
• Salt / Pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 325.

Here is when my best friend comes in to play – Food Processor.

Cut up your meat (not to wreck your processor). Slow add the turkey with the stuffing. Add in the garlic, eggs, olive oil, basil, cheese!

Pour into a bowl. Check to make sure everything was processed. It should be a creamy consistency. Use the heavy cream to smooth it out.

Now…chop the head of broccoli. You really only want the florets. Line the bottom of the pie crust pan with the florets. Now pour in your mixture. Smooth out. Cover sparsely with some more florets.

Take your tomatoes slice and de-seed. Chop finely and integrate the queso fresco. This is your last topping for the torta. Place on top.

Top with a little Olive oil.

Ready for the Oven. You are going to need 30-45 minutes at 325. You just want to make sure that it is cooked all the way thru. Should have the consistency of a cheesecake.

22 September 2011 at 11 : 44 AM

(English) Quote of the Day: Who are You Grateful For?

Posted by wally in Arise , Blog , Inspiration 0

(English)
Each and everyone of us has people in our lives who lift us up when we are down. People who give us the energy to not only survive but to thrive in our lives. These people’s energy is infectious and just being around them serves to advance our own lives. Who are these people for you? Who are you grateful for? Who adds value to your life? When is the last time you told them?

30 August 2011 at 04 : 20 AM