Christina Nagey

We decided to go for a drive on Saturday to check out the ice around town- it’s pretty rare that it gets cold enough here for things to really freeze over, so we wanted to take advantage of it.  We checked out the tidal basin and the fish market, but the gem of the trip was the C and O canal.  It had frozen solid, and groups of people were stretched out along it playing pick up hockey games.  We climbed down onto the ice and walked along the canal, watching the hockey.  I did learn though, that Chucks are not the footwear of choice for ice-walking- it’s time to go home when you’re numb up to the balls of your feet.

What I’m wearing:

• long sleeved T
• Black wool half-zip sweater
• Dark skinnies
• Black Chucks
• Black pea coat
• Gray slouchy beret
• Aviators

A morning of culinary scavenger hunting had left us both with a hunger that isn’t quenched by Diet Dr. Pepper.  Luckily for me, Stefan is an excellent cook, and omelets are his speciality.  We hadn’t really planned anything, but after a quick rummage in the fridge and a short stop in front of the stove he emerged with this.  Perfect.

Omelet with Smoked Ham, Grafton Cheddar Sundried Tomatoes and Chipotles

For each omelet:

• 3 eggs
• Pepper and hot sauce to taste
• 1 pat butter
• 1/4 c. sliced smoked ham
• 1/4 c. shredded sharp cheddar
• 1 tbl. sliced sundried tomatoes packed in oil
• 1 chipotle, sliced

1. For each omelet, beat three eggs with a fork until smooth, and season with pepper and hot sauce to taste.
2. Heat a thin, well-seasoned pan over low heat.  Add the butter, and when it is melted but not browned add the eggs.  Sprinkle the toppings evenly over the omelet, cheese first, and cook gently until the eggs are mostly set.  Slide the omelet onto a warm plate, folding it over, and place in a warm oven while cooking the other omelets or until set to your liking.

It’s absolutely freezing out, but I was eager to get going this morning and do all the things that I never seem to get to after work.  The theme for the day was procuring obscure kitchen equipment- our local Southern States for canning jars, Whole Foods for rennet tablets, Sur La Table for a silicone muffin tin.

Clearly casual and comfortable were going to be the order of the day.  I saw a tomato red long-sleeved T recently that I couldn’t resist, even though it’s going to be a while before I can wear it solo.  Layers with a light sweater and jeans it’s perfect for riding in the car though, and a red wool felt jacket and bulky scarf add enough insulation for out of doors.

I love these boots. Like the best sort of treasure, I found them where I least expected to. I had seen and coveted them on past visits to the Alps, but always thought they were far too pricey for someone who wasn’t likely to be scaling Mt. Blanc. Clearly someone else couldn’t resist their delightful red laces, and brought them home as a souvenir, only to donate them to Goodwill.

What I’m wearing:

• American Eagle jeans- boyfriend style, medium wash, light distressing
• Tomato-red v-neck long sleeved tissue T from Target
• Cream pointelle henley sweater from American Eagle
• Red wool coat, Pennys/Primark
• Leather hiking boots with red laces
• Khaki cargo pocket tote, self made