Zissy's Zoo

April -- Ivette -- Maggie

Ashlea -- James -- Michael

Beau -- Janelle -- Rachel

Eric -- Jennifer -- Sarah

Howie -- Kaysar

Nominated for eviction tonight is: Ashlea and Kaysar

The purse is 1 million dollars this season so I'm sure these guys/gals are going to have to work very hard to stay in this house.

Big Brother 6 @ Friendster

1 pound whole wheat penne pasta
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound Italian eggplant, cut into 1/2" cubes
3 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 pound medium shrimp, cleaned and deveined
1/4 cup basil, chopped

1. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions, or until al dente.

2. Meanwhile heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté garlic for 1 minute, add the eggplant and sauté for 5 minutes or until golden brown. Add chopped tomatoes and sauté an additional 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink.

3. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Add both to the skillet and toss all the ingredients together. Top with fresh chopped basil.

Serves: 4

Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days

Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days
— non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices
— foods for infants or the elderly
— snack foods
— non-electric can opener
— cooking tools / fuel
— paper plates / plastic utensils

Blankets / Pillows, etc.

Clothing - seasonal / rain gear/ sturdy shoes

First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs

Special Items - for babies and the elderly

Toiletries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes

Flashlight / Batteries

Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio

Cash - Banks and ATMs may not be open or available for extended periods.

Keys

Toys, Books and Games

Important documents - in a waterproof container
— insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc.

Tools - keep a set with you during the storm

Vehicle fuel tanks filled

Pet care items
— proper identification / immunization records / medications
— ample supply of food and water
— a carrier or cage
— muzzle and leash

National Hurricane Center

I think since 9/11 I have lived my life in Orange Alert. I try watch what is around me at any given moment. Do I live in fear hmmmm well I just call it being aware of my surroundings. We have to continue living no matter what is going on around us but we can't have blinders on thinking that we are 100% safe and I believed that even before 9/11 but not to the extent that I do now.

Pull your loved ones close and enjoy every moment you share with them because you just never know.