danistrulytheman

I'm STILL a self confessing, self professing know-it-all, or so I think!


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Jerk

… Jerk Pork!! Used to come here quite regularly, MANY MANY years ago. As luck would have it, I was nearby … and effing starving, making today’s lunch decision an easy one. Here’s my Jerk Pork (lunch special), and don’t forget to ask for the oxtail gravy …

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Look at all the meat, AND gravy …

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Mr. Jerk …

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yeah, here comes the water it comes to wash away the sins of you and I this time you see

when you seek me you destroy me
rape my mind and smell the poppies
born and bloodied every single time


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Two Flamin’ Beauties!!

… a pair of thick cut rib steaks, one for yours truly, one for Tiff! Seasoned with Barberian’s, grilled over hardwood lump charcoal at a very high heat … a few minutes is all it takes … be sure to have your fork and steak knife ready, it’s that quick!

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I’m an 8K a day guy!!

… every morning, everyday!! Ain’t easy at times, but I haven’t missed a single day since I began. Am posting a few RunKeeper pics … funny enough, my first two attempts were my best (maybe my body needs a break), and I did manage to squeak under 40 minutes on my second run, but the GPS shortchanged me on the distance, didn’t credit it for a full 8K. I did time myself once for half my circuit, and was under 20 minutes (while being a tad over 4K), putting me under the 5 minute per km barrier … but, as you can clearly see, I’m more of a 5:05/km runner. Ain’t the fastest fucker … but certainly ain’t no slowpoke either. I’ve NEVER been a runner, NEVER considered myself a runner, so now starting something so hardcore strenuous at my advanced age, AND, meanwhile achieving these times … well, let me say … am as proud as the proverbial motherfucking peacock!!

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my milestone – 1000 blog posts!!

… it’s been a long haul since danistrulytheman reared its handsome head on WordPress, 1342 days … over 3 years, 8 months ago. 1000 posts is a personal achievement that with a lot of time, and a little bit of effort *wink wink* … was able to get there. And must say, am filled with a hint of pride. Had others along the way … 700 was my personal fave … or was it 800 with its simple matter-of-fact statement?! And keeping with that theme, won’t say much this time either, other than feel free to drop a comment, a few words if you wish. I will end my moment in sun day with a brief story. I was having a conversation with a friend the other day, can’t recall exactly what we were talking about, but I know how it ended. I asked him, “what do you want?”, and without hesitating, he replied with a one word answer … peace! Amen, brother!


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Portuguese + Korean … meets Hawaiian?!

… Aloha!! New stuff from my Fortinos … pork burger with a Portuguese punch, condiment with a Korean kick, surrounded by sweet Hawaiian buns … sliced onion and Monterey Jack Cheese complete the package. The Verdict: best burgers EVER … both Tiff and I say so … then it must be so … I wanna hula, lol!! 😀

from the flyer (forgot to snap a pic earlier, sorry) …

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PC Kimchi is the bomb on burgers …

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next time tip: STEAM these …

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piled high goodness …

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mouthwatering close-up …

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Friday BBQ!!

… Friday of a long weekend no less, Victoria Day for all ya numbskulls!! And ’cause it was a rush buying/prepping/takin’ pics/blogging … is pretty much a pic post!!

Certified Angus Beef

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Look at that marbling

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Cut into chunks, and secret-seasoned

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Into the grinder, a medium grind

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Corn; husked pull back, silk removed, water soaked, thrown on grill

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Almost done

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Sorry, no money-shot … cremini & gruyere burgers w/ a cob … did say rushed y’all, lol!!


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don’t step on the grass, sam!!

… my newly planted grass asshole!! It’s mean and evil, wicked and nasty … Oh, and I know who you are, and that’s two days in a row, lucky-for-your-two-saving-steps-lazy-ass… I ain’t around that time of day … but I swear, I catch ya in the act … I’m puttin’ yer nuts in my vice … if ya have a set I mean!!


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what a crazy, fucked up, world we live in

HE WAS ONLY TRYING TO SELL HIS TRUCK?????

… FOR FUCK’S SAKE!!!!!

Tim Bosma

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… only hope Hell’s waiting for ya motherfucker!! Want ya to rot there … FOREVER!!


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beautiful flowers for a beautiful mother

all wrapped up … SURPRISE

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all vased up … w/ Mother’s Day card …

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and don’t none of ya be latin’hatin’ either, been busy … better LATE than NEVER, right motherfuckers?!


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Tiff’s Vitamix Haul!!

… y’all!! All from Costco. Picked up frozen mangoes, AND pineapple chunks (said, she read about them on my friend’s blog – thanks for the tip), AND she was lucky to get some more Chia (she sprinkles that shit on EVERYTHING, lol) … stuff is pricey too, bag cost almost $18, ain’t even organic like what we have on hand, AND the golden organic flaxseed I bought which is organic was only $2.99/lb … add this to our frozen bananas and strawberries, as well as apples (we ALWAYS have apples in the house) and dates, PLUS whatever else we buy during the week, I’d say we’re all set … it’s all smoothie sailing from here …

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0̷ Drop

Needing new gear for my feet, went with zero drop … the latest technological advancement for runners. And there’s plenty of articles with differing points of view … all I know personally, it was a no-brainer … since I didn’t have a runner’s background, I wouldn’t have to transition to zero drop, it’s been my natural running gait all along. The running I’ve been doing for the past couple of months have been in my flat shit shoes … minimalist is my middle name. And, I can tell you after a quick trial run on the street last night, I absolutely LOVE LOVE them!! Check ’em out … my brand spanking new sweet Saucony Virratas in my civvies … Thanks for the early-birdie Tiff!!

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give me reason to fill this hole connect this space between

in every loss in every lie
in every truth that you deny
and each regret and each goodbye


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Spicy Sriracha!!

Spicy is right! I think garlic is what separates it from other hot sauces I’m accustomed to, and this is the real rooster sauce. Recipe’s my creation; Shanghai thick noodles, braised Baby Bok Choy, beef stock, BBQ pork, and tilapia … TILAPIA? … lol, had a few frozen fillets, figured it be a good time to use them … oh, and I had everything on hand except the Baby Bok Choy (a huge bag’s worth set me back $2.17 – great value), and y’all know how I love using what I have in my fridge/freezer/pantry, creating healthy, fun dishes. For a couple of bucks Tiff and I ate well today, AND have leftovers for tomorrow … yep, this one’s def a winner!

whoaa, that’s a shitload of Sriracha

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the rooster, cock-a-doodle-doo 

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simply sublime

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Almond Milk?!

… I barely believe it myself … danistrulythealmondmilkman, lol?!?! Snagged some organic golden flaxseed, and Tunisian Dates too … PLUS, more fun purchases to come! I will fess my ignorance re: almond milk … when I poured some into my Vitamix, was a clear liquid – like water … didn’t have a clue, didn’t see the SHAKE WELL BEFORE SERVING on the carton … what a fucking doofus, lol!! 😳

here’s the proof …

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Spinach and Cheese Frittata!!

OK, it was gonna be this (and sorry I forgot the name of this cheese. I do know it’s a hard cheese from Italy, and it’s very hard to source), but I had fresh tomatoes, and decided to throw in hot peppers to add some zip … but doesn’t Spinach and Cheese Frittata just SOUND better, lol? A few pics, enjoy!

love the layer of tomatoes …

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slides off easily, from pan to plate

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a couple wedges … love the spinach …

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