March 06, 2012 Potpourri
Random Skills and Fun Facts
1. I make the best Pie-in-a-Jar that you’ll ever have in your life.
There’s a good chance you’ve never had the chance to indulge in a delicious treat quite like pie in a jar. Let me tell you, it’s the best recipe I’ve ever found and the most creative gift I’ve ever given.* It always surprises people, and baffles them as to how I could put a pie IN a jar. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you the best pie presentation known to man (and easiest travel companion).
2. I won an award for fastest costume changes in high school.
I participated in competitive theater (be jealous) called MIFA. We competed with 45 minute one-acts, and by senior year I was (one of) the costume head(s). We had several quick changes, often 45 seconds or less. I spent hours upon hours hand sewing velcro onto dresses from the 90’s in order to make every change simple and seamless. At each competition level we were recognize for superb costuming and quick changes. At regionals, we got a perfect score. It was intense.
3. I will always pick craft beer over another alcoholic beverage.
I’ve had some creative drinks in my life, including but not limited to the Bourbon Street Milkshake at the Brooklyn Bowl. When it comes down to it, my heart will always be with beer. I love the smells, the tastes, the elaborate pairings, and the overall experience of drinking a cold beer. Homebrews and local craft breweries have always won my heart. In particular, I am a big fan of Soft Parade by Short’s Brewing Company, Breakfast Stout by Founders, and Opat Chocolat (a Czech beer which I hope to discover again soon).
4. I have one trophy.
I won said trophy in 8th grade at Music in the Parks for my solo. Fun fact, when they were introducing me for the performance, they pronounced my name “AH-lee White,” resembling the way you pronounce “Muhammad Ali.” The entire choir was laughing in the background, and it remained a joke for the remainder of the year.
*Ok, the scrapbook I made with my friend Rachael for our mutual friend Allie in 9th grade was pretty awesome, too. Very elaborate, time consuming, and expensive. This is why, pie in a jar will always win.