tried Kefir

 we figured we needed more probiotics & decided to try kefir.

according to google kefir is a tangy, probiotic-rich fermented drink made from kefir "grains" (a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast) mixed with milk or water, resulting in a slightly fizzy, yogurt-like beverage packed with vitamins, minerals, and protein.

we got a raspberry flavored one from target & it is more sour than "tangy." and thick, like a drinkable yogurt.

would not get again. we are thinking of sticking to regular yogurt for probiotics from now on. 

dirty mountin dew

 in this case "dirty" means that it has a vanilla cream flavor added.

it's the fad right now. taco bell has some drinks like this. i think it might be just a pepsi company thing.

anyway, my brother discovered a 20oz dirty mountain dew at wal-mart a few days ago & we got one to split.

it has a vanilla-y smell & a lemon-ish taste with a bit of vanilla. not horrible. and not something to get again.

 

Stove Top Cranberry Stuffing

 found this a few days ago at wal-mart.

i know you're thinking; "wasn't that for thanksgiving?" well, it had a use by date of sept. 2026 so it was still good.

the taste of it was like stove top's savory herbs variety, but a lighter taste with the occasional tart cranberry.

tried it, so there's no reason to get it again. 

easter 2026

 hope you had a nice easter, if you celebrate.

and hope you find some candy in the discount sales tomorrow. 

dot's snack mix

 discovered this at wal-mart a few days ago.

it is dot's seasoned pretzel twists (mini) with garlic rye chips, bold cheese seasoned pita chips, and savory corn cereal (chex).

it's OK, put pricey ($6.17 for 14oz). i like chex snack mixes better, and they are cheaper ($3.96 for 13.5oz). and chex has bigger rye chips.

more crazy weather

 was warm over the weekend & then it was freezing and snowed.

people say this is typical march weather, but i don't recall it being this crazy before. 

and it is technically spring now, so who knows what will go on with the weather.

st. patrick's day 2026

 take it easy with the green beer today, if you drink.

and i hope you can avoid the people that drank too much green beer if you don't.