Tales from Randomland: Vol 1 by Justin Scarred
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I’ve been following Justin on YouTube since I came across his Live Fast Die Poor channel and some amazing Disneyland trips. Over the years I’ve been privileged to be one of those faithful viewers who couldn’t wait to find out where we were heading off to next. Frankly, it was astonishing to realize that I’ve been watching about as long as he’s been bringing vlogs to YouTube.
Like many, many other viewers, not to mention proud fellow members of the Sometimes Mob, it was easy to connect with this guy who was so happy to show us things, share information, enjoy the jokes and wonder at the magic of the world.
Every once in a while we would sit down for a heart to heart talk. Those talks were where we started to realize that this guy was a lot more than just a silly joke or odd factoid.
This book is, in its way, one of those heart to heart talks. Amongst all the crazy antics to film those great videos are bits of truths and some deep honesty that might catch you by surprise. There are some truly amazing people, too.
In a way, this book is the story of a journey to reclaim the self and to finding the path out of the darkness. It is the beginnings of a community who love some seriously off the wall and seemingly unconnected stuff. It is a reminder that there are some good folks out there if you have the courage to just look and listen.
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Day: May 2, 2024
Bring It On!
Summer Fruits and Berries
Fresh fruits and berries are a joy, their sweetness and tartness just sparkles
I am a huge fan of shortcakes or pound cakes to tuck along with those fresh flavors. Why wait for winter and making a cobbler or crumble?
Hands down, my favorite shortcake recipe is THIS one using Bisquick. It is easy, tasty and extremely flexible. I’ve put the dough into one pan or in muffin tins depending upon how I want to serve it.
If you want to make your shortcake(s) from scratch, try THIS recipe. Note the time an temperature adjustments some users have noted.
If you, like me, have a Better Homes and Gardens or Betty Crocker cookbook on hand, be sure to check out what they have to offer on the subject. There is treasure in those books!
The beauty of shortcake is that it can be eaten all Summer as the growing season changes and what is available shifts. But don’t forget the treasures in the freezer section! I love blackberries and many times the only way I could (a) find any and (b) afford what I had found was by checking the freezer section.
Oh, don’t forget the whipped cream! Or the ice cream!