Tonight we will be eating bluefish and corn on the cob. I've been calling the local fish markets for days trying to get some bluefish and today I scored! It was only $1.50 per pound but that was with the bones. When the guy handed it over to me it felt like 6 pounds. I asked if the bones were in it as we wanted to grill it. He said, "Yes, I thought you were going to bake it." So, he filleted it for no extra charge and left the skin on as bluefish is rather delicate. I didn't bother to ask for a specific number of pounds of fish as he went to all that trouble for me. So, I think the two of us will consume a good 4 pounds of fish tonight. Wish some of you could join us at the Jersey shore eating freshly caught fish and corn on the cob. Granted, the corn isn't Jersey. It's just too early for that delight. Come late July I will be taunting you with the magnificence of our corn.
The sun has decided to play peek-a-boo with us. Out for a few hours and then cloudy but at least the rain has stopped. We are on-again-off-again with the blanket at night as the cooler temperature makes for great sleeping. My Florida friends are sweating and we are hoping it warms up for good by the July 4th weekend when we will have guests.
Amazingly, I'm still receiving sympathy cards...26 to date...not to mention the numerous e-mails and calls. The outpouring of support and caring has been heartwarming. I'm so grateful for everyone who took the time to tell me that they cared. We don't have to walk alone when we have family and friends to help us through the dark times of our lives. So, life is good. Mom is at peace, I have people who care about me, and I'm about to eat bluefish. It doesn't get much better than that.
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Matt was mad I found your new post first...so I get to comment:) Can't wait to eat Bluefish when we get up here in Aug - never had! Is it a mild? Also LOVE sweet corn on the cob - only way I'll eat it!
ReplyDeleteSounds yummy, mom! Glad life is good. We are counting down they days til our visit!
ReplyDeleteBlue fish on the grill? How was it? Would be fun to try but it's sooo hard to resist picking my own HUGE lobster from the tank!
ReplyDeleteWhen does the Krause House arrive?
Oink, oink. We ate all of the fish! Absolutely delicious. Normally I would say that bluefish is a little strong in flavor because it is an oily fish. Now I realize that if the fish is extremely fresh as ours was, it has a milder taste. Unfortunately, the bluefish won't be running by the time LindSEY gets here. Oh yes, picking one's own lobster is as much a part of a shore vacation as going to the beach. Especially so now that our daughter is older and won't cry for days over the slaughter of the innocent lobster. Can't wait to see all of you.
ReplyDeleteI love bluefish! It has been ages since I have had it. It doesn't exist in Florida apparently.
ReplyDeleteThose fried scallops at Carmen's were just about the best I've ever had. It amazed me when the twins ordered steamed clams. We all had a great time down the shore with you two. Thanks for having us.