I don’t know what it’s like for other people who have a blog, but I think that I might ultimately measure the worth of a post by the insecurity I feel when first publishing it. I struggled with doubt throughout most of the day yesterday, worrying that my “Food for Thought” post was self-absorbed, self-indulgent, and in general, far too weighty … [Read more...]
A Topsy-Turvy Meal
Most of our April Fool’s Day passed without prank or pratfall, although I will say that I found Cheryl’s comment about the rubber-banded spray nozzle to be priceless. I just didn’t read it to my sons.I did, however, put together a topsy-turvy meal that was a heck of a lot of work for Mom fun for the whole family.We ate our dessert first: … [Read more...]
On the List Today
We have a depressingly long list of errands to run this morning—dentist at 9:00, doctor at 10:00, piano at 11:00. Bleh! Lately we are not home schoolers but rather, back-of-the-van paperback bookers.Fortunately, there is a light at the end of the morning’s tunnel in the form of this store—one of my favorite little shops, truly—where I will be … [Read more...]
Ego Sum Weary
So we started praying the O Antiphons today and a good thing, too, because that is about the only thing I accomplished.Tell me again the Latin for “bone tired?”Little does this photo show, but these muffins are just stuffed with chocolate.We need all the help we can get on a Monday morning, don’t you agree? I’m blaming it on the wild hormonal … [Read more...]
When all else fails…
...eat chocolate!(Especially since despite the cheerful tone of my last post, I cried my way through this morning’s Mass. Sigh. Like I said, the grief process has hills and valleys.)Anyway.The new Faith & Family has hit the stands, and I am both pleased and humbled to announce that I have authored one of the pieces.So did our Suzanne, by the … [Read more...]
Progress Report
Buy groceries. Make cherry streusel pie. Make pumpkin cheesecake pie. Open up several cans and serve their contents for lunch. Make green bean casserole. Make my dad’s famous stuffing. Think of my dad. Call my mom & dad to wish them a belated Happy Thanksgiving. Talk to them about one of my favorite aunt’s recent death. : ( … [Read more...]
The cranberry relish I could do without…
….but I always take lots of stuffing!You Are The StuffingYou're complicated and complex, yet all your pieces fit together.People miss you if you're gone - but they're not sure why.What Part of Thanksgiving Are You?One of my favorite memories from Thanksgiving Day is watching my father stuff the turkey. He makes the most delicious dressing I’ve ever … [Read more...]
When in doubt, blog food.
I have nothing of merit to blog today.Well, that’s not exactly true. In fact, as a child of God in a state of grace, one could argue that everything I do has merit, at least potentially. In fact, I’m pretty sure that God hates it when I’m self-deprecating & self-pitying & full of despairing thoughts that I’m not “worth it”.Except … [Read more...]
Cooking Chicken Tikka Masala on a Saturday Afternoon
When I grow up, I want a gourmet kitchen.When I get it, you can come visit me. We’ll drink a glass of wine while we chop veggies; we’ll listen to music; we’ll eat well.Doesn’t that sound delightful? It was! That is, it is!I speak from recent experience.We spent the evening with some dear friends last night, and talk about a stress buster. (I’m … [Read more...]
“A Feast to Remember”
I cleaned my oven just in time.There’s a veritable feast going on at The Virtual Kitchen!Please stop by for some fantastic recipes, and don't forget to thank your fair hostess in passing.Thank you, Kristen!Image by Kristen. … [Read more...]
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