"Smoked" salmon.

      My friend Emma and I wanted to cook all fancy-like, so we whipped up some salmon, mashed potatoes, sauteed vegetables, and salad. In the process, a little too much oil was added to the pan used to cook the salmon, and an adventure ensued. For the first time this year, Emma managed to set off the fire alarm, and consequently the entire building evacuated until security and the fire department appeared. All I can say is that I am very proud of my Emma, and I look forward to our many adventures to come.

Those things are louder than any man-made object I've ever heard.

The crispy culprit.

Emma applying her recently learned lesson and being extra careful.

The finished colorful dish.