C-c-c-cold!

Tuesday, January 13th
Weather: Snowy
Temperature: -8 F (-22 C)

It's the coldest week of the year in Minnesota!  Last night, the windchill was -35 F (-38 C)!  When it gets this cold, it can be dangerous.  

I sent in my application for Columbia University this week.  I hope I can get in, but I don't know yet!  I'm applying for a masters degree in Applied Linguistics....I'm not sure how to say that in Japanese.  Linguistics is 言語学.

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Recipe corner!
Cumin Spinach
I found a great recipe yesterday, on www.epicurious.com.  It's healthy and delicious, and it tastes a little Indian.  enjoy!

Ingredients
1 T olive oil
1 clove garlic
1 t ground cumin
1 bunch spinach or other dark green
1 can tomatoes (diced), drained

Preparation
Sauté the garlic and cumin in the olive oil for a minute or two.  Add the spinach and tomatoes.  Sauté for another minute or two. 

Happy Holidays!

Tuesday, January 6th
Weather: Sunny
Temperature: 30F (-1C)

The holidays were very fun this year!  I got lots of presents at Christmas.  My favorite was a new tea kettle!

At New Year's, I went to a friend's house.

For me, the holidays are mostly about being with family.  We ate lots of food, and talked a lot.  

I hope my friends in Japan are having a fun winter break.  Happy New Year!