Waking.

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Still somewhat cool, if warming.  Not doing much, but I did start the grill.  And got the roasts ready.  For some time, I wasn't happy with grilled roasts.  But, between a bit of practice, and lucky notions which lead me to better practices, I finally really like grilled roasts.  Cook longer, at a lower heat, after searing the outside well.  And, don't bother with them often.  Every twenty to thirty minutes is good, especially for larger roasts.  Better to cook slower than hotter.  And, finish them off with the smoker completely shut down.  It moistens the outside of the roast.  Most people use aluminum foil.  Unnecessary if you just shut the thing up, assuming it can get a nearly airtight seal.  Mine, of course, does.  Or I wouldn't be writing this.

After the roasts, I'll probably do some chops and chicken.  Just have food done for the week.  I haven't been eating well, or rightly, in part because I couldn't cook.  This should... help me get back on track.  I'll have some of the beef roast, first.  Though I might have a snippet of the pork roast.  And, maybe, a drumstick... just to make sure.

I did learn a new trick regarding pork chops.  They always curl, bow.  Now, that isn't a problem.  Mostly.  It is more an appearance thing.  The trick?  Cut them, around the edges, before grilling.  Now, how deeply?  Where exactly?  I watched, and have a rough idea.  But that was for deep frying.  For grilling?  Probably similar.  I will just experiment and learn.  I do want them to lay flat.  I think they will get a better sear.  And be easier to cut, and more pleasant to the eye?  Depending on your eye, I suppose.  But... I... like the idea.  More for the sear, but a bit for the eye.

I will try to work today.  Beyond cooking.  I did get the water all reset, but am staying up on that fairly well.  And took care of litter boxes, and feeding Sassy.  Hmm, I need to get her fresh water though.  Having taken a shower yesterday, I'll probably skip that today?  Unless I get through the dishes, at least one load reset, washed, and set aside?  Then, maybe, I'll take a shower.  But the counters and living room... I really want those done.

I suspect if I can get started, I can get going and do more.  I'll do my best.