9.08.2010
HALLOWEENcraftingPALOOZA
Some would say that labor day is too early to bring out the Halloween Decor. My mom and I would disagree. It is NEVER too early for Halloween.
Sheryl Crow & Colbie Caillat
Colbie Caillat
My beautiful mother and I enjoying ourselves
Debbie and Jon
Me & Debs
Dad and Jon... Best Friends FOREVER! They even had matching shirts for the occasion
The concert was amazing!!!! Sheryl Crow was great, but lets be honest, I LOVE Colbie! Thanks to everyone for a great night.
My beautiful mother and I enjoying ourselves
Debbie and Jon
Me & Debs
Dad and Jon... Best Friends FOREVER! They even had matching shirts for the occasion
The concert was amazing!!!! Sheryl Crow was great, but lets be honest, I LOVE Colbie! Thanks to everyone for a great night.
8.30.2010
starting new
The first day of school. New notebooks, pens, and textbooks. New classes, teachers and friends. Something about the beginning of a new school year brings out a fresh attitude in everyone. Its before anyone feels overwhelmed with projects and papers. Students and teachers start out with new goals and ambitions that might never be. But that first week of school, the smell of new school supplies and clean classrooms is nostalgic. It makes you feel that you could start over, make new friends, be a new person.
I have always loved school, especially the early fall when you walk in to school feeling ready for another year. I think that feeling is part of why I want to be a teacher. Seeing kids excited about learning is most prevalent in the first weeks of school and I want to be a teacher who keeps kids enthusiastic about learning all year long. I love coming home from a day of school and feeling like I have learned something.
Along with my goals for the new year I decided to start writing things that I learn in this blog. Then at the end of the year I can look back at all of the things that I have learned.
The First Lesson:
Decaff or Regular?
I have always wondered how they make decaff coffee. Isn't that the whole point of coffee, to wake you up in the morning? Today in Chemistry we looked at chapter 1 and the process of decaffeinating coffee. All cocoa beans have caffeine and theobromine in them naturally, so how do you remove the caffeine and maintain the flavor?
Well it used to be that they would carbon tetrachloride to soak the beans and then a long decanting process to extract the caffeine and theobromine but after years of this process they discovered that this chemical was doing more harm than good. In the 1980's there was a solvent scare and many of the chemicals that were frequently used for this process were deemed unsafe for human consumption. After years of trying different methods the coffee industry (more like chemistry industry) finally developed a method that we still use today.
By using carbon dioxide in its supercritical form (in between a gas and liquid) and raising the pressure you are able to bring a supercritical fluid out of the coffee beans. The pressure is then released and the CO2 evaporates off of the beans. As it evaporates, it is filtered through charcoal and this filtering process removes all of the caffeine and theobromine that gives your coffee its kick.
Regular coffee contains about 106-164 mg of caffeine per serving while decaff contains 2-5. So by drinking decaff you are getting a very small amount of caffeine in your drink and since we have changed the extraction process you really aren't losing any of the flavor.
I have always loved school, especially the early fall when you walk in to school feeling ready for another year. I think that feeling is part of why I want to be a teacher. Seeing kids excited about learning is most prevalent in the first weeks of school and I want to be a teacher who keeps kids enthusiastic about learning all year long. I love coming home from a day of school and feeling like I have learned something.
Along with my goals for the new year I decided to start writing things that I learn in this blog. Then at the end of the year I can look back at all of the things that I have learned.
The First Lesson:
Decaff or Regular?
I have always wondered how they make decaff coffee. Isn't that the whole point of coffee, to wake you up in the morning? Today in Chemistry we looked at chapter 1 and the process of decaffeinating coffee. All cocoa beans have caffeine and theobromine in them naturally, so how do you remove the caffeine and maintain the flavor?
Well it used to be that they would carbon tetrachloride to soak the beans and then a long decanting process to extract the caffeine and theobromine but after years of this process they discovered that this chemical was doing more harm than good. In the 1980's there was a solvent scare and many of the chemicals that were frequently used for this process were deemed unsafe for human consumption. After years of trying different methods the coffee industry (more like chemistry industry) finally developed a method that we still use today.
By using carbon dioxide in its supercritical form (in between a gas and liquid) and raising the pressure you are able to bring a supercritical fluid out of the coffee beans. The pressure is then released and the CO2 evaporates off of the beans. As it evaporates, it is filtered through charcoal and this filtering process removes all of the caffeine and theobromine that gives your coffee its kick.
Regular coffee contains about 106-164 mg of caffeine per serving while decaff contains 2-5. So by drinking decaff you are getting a very small amount of caffeine in your drink and since we have changed the extraction process you really aren't losing any of the flavor.
6.21.2010
Washington DC
one word.... AMAZING.
That is the only thing i have to say about Washington DC.
Just kidding.. I have a million things to say about DC. It was amazing, inspiring, beautiful, historical and absolutely one of the most incredible places I have ever been. I LOVE LOVE LOVED IT! I was able to go with my cousins, brother and Grandpa Max.
Here are a few highlights from our trip....
The potomac river at dusk
The World War II Memorial
the Jefferson Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial
Cousins on the metro
On the tour bus of the city
That is the only thing i have to say about Washington DC.
Just kidding.. I have a million things to say about DC. It was amazing, inspiring, beautiful, historical and absolutely one of the most incredible places I have ever been. I LOVE LOVE LOVED IT! I was able to go with my cousins, brother and Grandpa Max.
Here are a few highlights from our trip....
The potomac river at dusk
The World War II Memorial
the Jefferson Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial
Cousins on the metro
D.C.
The Capitol
Mitchel by the Capitol
On the tour bus of the city
The Capitol
Mitchel by the Capitol
On the tour bus of the city
on the mall in front of the capitol
On the tour bus of the city
In front of the Lincoln Memorial
The Washington Monument
TMNT
Naval Ship in the Air and Space Museum
The Hall of Remembrance at the Holocaust Museum
The air vent in the Spy Museum
The Jefferson Memorial
Me and Gramps on the tour bus of the city
The Vietnam Wall
the National Cathedral
The National Cathedral
The National Cathedral
Hiking to the National Cathedral
We had a really great time. I LOVED IT. I am so happy I had the opportunity to go and see everything. It was an incredible experience and I loved every second of it!
We had a really great time. I LOVED IT. I am so happy I had the opportunity to go and see everything. It was an incredible experience and I loved every second of it!Thanks for taking me Grandpa Max. And thanks for paying for it mom. i love you.
Father's Day
This year for Father's Day we threw a party at our house for all of the dads at Performance audio. We had a super yummy barbeque and then we all drove to the drive in to watch Toy Story 3.
I think that this was my favorite of all of the Toy Story's. It was a little bit of a tear jerker, but I loved it. Just like all of the others, it stuck with the family friendly humor that only toys could accomplish. If you are thinking about going to see it, DO IT!
Our barbeque preparations started the day before with the desserts and when you see the pictures as you scroll down, you will understand why it took 2 days to accomplish. My mom and I had the same idea to do the fathers day desserts from Bakerella.
Mini Dessert Burgers
We used cupcakes for the buns and brownies for the burger patty
Sugar Cookie French Fries
And viola! our finished products. They were event yummier than they look!
Tiffany put together treat bags for every family to take to the drive in.
Overall, our hard work showed and everyone loved it! We had a super fun fathers day.
I think that this was my favorite of all of the Toy Story's. It was a little bit of a tear jerker, but I loved it. Just like all of the others, it stuck with the family friendly humor that only toys could accomplish. If you are thinking about going to see it, DO IT!
Our barbeque preparations started the day before with the desserts and when you see the pictures as you scroll down, you will understand why it took 2 days to accomplish. My mom and I had the same idea to do the fathers day desserts from Bakerella.
Mini Dessert Burgers
We used cupcakes for the buns and brownies for the burger patty
Sugar Cookie French Fries
And viola! our finished products. They were event yummier than they look!
Tiffany put together treat bags for every family to take to the drive in.
Overall, our hard work showed and everyone loved it! We had a super fun fathers day.
6.08.2010
summer adventures
Holy Cow! it has been FOREVER since I posted last. And this one is going to be short...
I am leaving for Washington DC in 2 days!!!! I am going with my Grandpa Max, Cousins; London and Johnny and my Brother Mitchel. We are going to have an absolutely fantastic time.
I can hardly wait. I promise to post after, plan on pictures.
I am leaving for Washington DC in 2 days!!!! I am going with my Grandpa Max, Cousins; London and Johnny and my Brother Mitchel. We are going to have an absolutely fantastic time.
I can hardly wait. I promise to post after, plan on pictures.
5.04.2010
IT IS FINALS WEEK!!!
HEY EVERYONE! IT IS FINALS WEEK RIGHT NOW! THAT MEANS THAT MY FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE IS ALMOST OFFICIALLY OVER!!!! YAY HOORAY!!! I ACED MY INTERIOR DESIGN EXAM AND NOW IM CRAMMING FOR CHEM ON FRIDAY! WISH ME LUCK!
.....DID I MENTION IT IS FINALS WEEK??
.....DID I MENTION IT IS FINALS WEEK??
4.28.2010
18th birthday
I am so excited to officially be an adult. It really doesn't change much for me, but I feel like it is still a pretty big milestone. It is weird to think about all of the incredible things I have experienced so far and all of the things that have happened in only 18 years.
18 years ago..
LA riots
Johnny Carson Retires, J Leno becomes new Late Night Host
Bill Clinton was elected President
I don't remember any of those things, but here are some of the events I do remember...
1995
OJ Simpson Trial
1996
JonBenet Ramsey
Dolly the Sheep
1997
Princess Diana's death
1998
Monica Lewinsky Scandal unfolds
1999
Columbine Shootings
Y2K
2000
Bush/Gore Election
2001
Enron Scandal
September 11th
2002
The Euro
2003
War in Afganistan
Colombia Shuttle Disaster
2004
Bush/Kerry Election
Tsunami in Far East
2005
Hurricane Katrina
Pope John Paul II Dies
California Wildfires
2006
Fidel Castro turns power to his brother, Raul Castro
2007
Virginia Tech massacre
Bob Barker Retires
Crandall Canyon Mine Tragedy
2008
Obama/ McCain Election
Global Financial Crisis
2009
Swine Flu
Michael Jackson Dies
2010
Haiti Earthquake
Fads, Trends and Technology
Titanic
Tickle Me Elmo
Furby
Pokemon
Harry Potter
Backstreet Boys
NSync
Reality TV SHOWS
Ipod
Facebook
Youtube
Google
Wikipedia
So much has happened in the last 18 years... Even though I am only one person, I just wanted to thank all of you that have been a part of my life. You are all parts of what make me who I am. I hope that I can make you all very proud as an adult.
I love you all SO much!
xoxo
18 years ago..
LA riots
Johnny Carson Retires, J Leno becomes new Late Night Host
Bill Clinton was elected President
I don't remember any of those things, but here are some of the events I do remember...
1995
OJ Simpson Trial
1996
JonBenet Ramsey
Dolly the Sheep
1997
Princess Diana's death
1998
Monica Lewinsky Scandal unfolds
1999
Columbine Shootings
Y2K
2000
Bush/Gore Election
2001
Enron Scandal
September 11th
2002
The Euro
2003
War in Afganistan
Colombia Shuttle Disaster
2004
Bush/Kerry Election
Tsunami in Far East
2005
Hurricane Katrina
Pope John Paul II Dies
California Wildfires
2006
Fidel Castro turns power to his brother, Raul Castro
2007
Virginia Tech massacre
Bob Barker Retires
Crandall Canyon Mine Tragedy
2008
Obama/ McCain Election
Global Financial Crisis
2009
Swine Flu
Michael Jackson Dies
2010
Haiti Earthquake
Fads, Trends and Technology
Titanic
Tickle Me Elmo
Furby
Pokemon
Harry Potter
Backstreet Boys
NSync
Reality TV SHOWS
Ipod
Youtube
Wikipedia
So much has happened in the last 18 years... Even though I am only one person, I just wanted to thank all of you that have been a part of my life. You are all parts of what make me who I am. I hope that I can make you all very proud as an adult.
I love you all SO much!
xoxo
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