MMM GOOD

I have been driving past a little restaurant in a strip mall south of where I live ever since I have been here and kept wondering if it might be a place with good eats. It is not a franchise eatery and my children and I have a thing about seeking out these kind of places to eat. I had heard that some acquaintances of mine eat there and figured that it was probably pretty good since we eat at some of the same restaurants. Since my son was visiting today I decided to give it a try for our lunch. I really wasn't sure whether it was Mexican or Cuban food since the place is called Dona Julias. What a very pleasant surprise it turned out to be. It is very informal--seat yourself. The lunch specials were printed on a blackboard easily read from across the restaurant. It is Mexican and while spicy it is not the set-you-on-fire variety. The specials were priced at $6.50 and the portions were huge which means I brought home enough for two more generous meals. Chips were hot and crispy and the salsa was homemade. Everything we got was delicious. I will become a regular there now. They are open for dinner in the evening as well. Anybody want to go with me? Just give me a call. You won't be disappointed. The food reminded me of the homemade food I have had in Mexican homes. Delicious!!!

My son's visit was pleasant and as always too short. He is on vacation and getting ready to go to Chicago for a long weekend with Lady Cheryl so he had things to do. Actually I think it was his turn to cook dinner tonight.

We had a nice little thunder storm and rain late this afternoon which has temporarily cleared the air. We continue to be short on rain but the grass and weeds keep growing. Why do grass and weeds grow but flowers have to be watered? I can't figure that one out.

Good evening to all.