We have just returned from our first dinner party with our new survivor group. The head of the homeowner’s association, Mrs. Glenn, had us and a few of the neighbors over for dinner. It was such a lovely evening getting to know our new suburban community (even if the potatoes were a little overcooked). It … Continue reading
I prefer to stay on the sunny side of the street most of the time, but I must say that one of the worst things about living in a post-apocalyptic wasteland – perhaps even more than zombie breath — is the distinct lack of refrigeration. Sure, if you have a generator you can get a few … Continue reading
One of the major issues that survivor groups face when they are forced out of their shelter is how to cook nutritious, delicious meals on the open road. Campfires are rarely a good idea as the light can attract zeds and cannibals alike. (Cannibals tend to see fires as an invitation to barbecue.) We have … Continue reading
After March 3, 2019 when the world ended, I ran south from my home in DC to Alexandria and Arlington. I lived there for six months, trying to make a go at it on my own. This was before I met up with Mrs. K (nee Miss W). At the time I considered these northern … Continue reading
It has been such a hectic few weeks around here! One of my favorite tricks when things are extra busy is to roast a whole chicken on a Sunday. This way you have meat to use in meals all week. It eliminates so much mess and time from the cooking process for the rest of … Continue reading
I don’t know what makes this such a good meal to serve after a zombie attack. Maybe because each person gets their own pie, making it personal and special. Maybe we all just need something warm and comforting. I can’t say for sure, all I know is that it works. Here’s my recipe for all-purpose, … Continue reading
The other ladies and I have been keeping ourselves busy with laundry, Mr. Anderson’s funeral arrangements (perfunctory as they may be) and general housekeeping duties since Sunday night’s attack. And I am preparing my famous chicken pot pie for dinner tonight. I have found it to be the best post-attack meal. Something about the hearty … Continue reading
One of the inconvenient things about our new world is that we have no good way of predicting big winter storms. When a giant snowstorm hits, it is almost always unexpected. Today the snow is falling and it looks like we might have a foot before it is over. Of course, we’ve already outlined some … Continue reading
I stole this recipe from my fellow junior league member Miss Li, may she rest in peace. She used this recipe to win the hearts of all of her male conquests (she had many) before dying a gruesome death in 2019. Her tart recipe, however, lives on. Ingredients: (As always, feel free to use substitutions … Continue reading
As Mr. K and Miss E have already pointed out, we have managed to avoid the scourge of scurvy in our survivor group. Additionally, we have avoided most other nutrition-related ailments in the past five years such as rickets. Part of our success has come from our cultivation of a well-tended basement garden. Outdoor gardens … Continue reading
Gracious Living in a Zombie World: A Ladies’ Handbook 