Jake says this is his old snowsuit ... he'll be wearing his red one when he goes out ice fishing tomorrow.
But doesn't he look cozy and contented? He's even more contented now that he's retired. This photo was taken about 8 to 10 years ago on an ice-fishing trip in Canada. Jake has been retired now for three years, one month and 17 days, eight hours and 27 minutes. Not that anyone is keeping track.
Hey Jake! What are you doing today?
"Anything I want."
Hey, Jake! What day is it?
"Every day is Saturday."
Yeah.
Last night Jake made dinner - pan-fried crappie and bluegill, with french fries, rye bread and coleslaw. It was the first day of Lent after all. Time for fish.
Jake thought we should include the recipe today on Shiny Things.
Jake's Pan-Fried Fish
Clean fish.
Heat oil (peanut or vegetable - about 1/4 inch depth in pan) in well-seasoned cast-iron frying pan until hot - 325F.
Dip fish in milk, then in flour or combination of flour and cornmeal. Or Drake's.
Fry 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels.
Let's eat! They're yummalicious ... all the way to the crispy tail.
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