John White

LFT reports: (Baton Rouge – January 11, 2012) As expected, John White was appointed State Superintendent of Education today by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Nine members voted to support Gov. Jindal’s hand-picked candidate, while District 3 Member Lottie Beebe voted “no” and District 8 Member Carolyn Hill abstained. Reportedly, both were under … More John White

Skip James

I didn’t know Skip James and I was so excited to find his interesting falsetto, I almost sent the CD to “my prisoner” who is a Delta blues singer, but then ceased and desisted because I did not think it was diplomatic to send a song with this title to a man on the row, … More Skip James

Surprisingly Good

Pork chops with leeks and oranges Sauté 2 large leeks in olive oil. Add 2 boneless pork chops and the juice of 2 sour oranges; cover and simmer slowly until done. Serve with a garnish of sour, thickened milk (tykmælk) or kefir. Meditation on sour milk Here is a useful page that explains the differences … More Surprisingly Good