One of the most pleasing elements of this new year, is how much I have already accomplished. By the third day of this month, I was almost through January’s calendar. I’ve completed many tasks while still having several opportunities for lazy leisure, which includes already, the completion of reading two books. I am grateful to … Continue reading The Gifts of Imperative Rest
I look forward to January every year for it is the time when many catalogs displaying heirloom seeds arrive in my mailbox. As a farmer/gardener, this brings me good joy as the careful planning process begins. I use the word careful in the context that although I want to plant so much, I must limit … Continue reading A Life So Simple & Uncomplicated
For the first time in my lifetime, I have chosen to spend Christmas day alone. I have been considering this idea for a few months now. Honestly though, I was a bit apprehensive to share my decision with family and friends, alike. When I finally did, I was quite surprised of the many who responded … Continue reading Simple Choices of My Heart
A week before Christmas I write this not as hasty material, but more so based on characteristics preserved by great truths of love, grace, and forgiveness. On this early morning, my words are not coincidental. They are not rushed. Instead their aim is to augment my expressions, feelings, and desires at this most precious time … Continue reading This Sort of Love
On this early morning, the wind blows with no empathy. It is cold and damp. The form of wind I’m acquainted with during my winter visits in southern regions of the United States (US). The kind that takes the homeless hostage and causes stray animals to dig deep to escape it. Oh! I pray Lord, … Continue reading The Drawing of His Love
I’ve competed all the decorations for the Christmas season. Cookie plates for my neighbors have been chosen and recipes are abundant. Currently, I am making apple butter for one of my kind neighbors who brought over Fisherman’s Stew a few weeks ago. It was extremely delicious and came at the most appropriate day and time, … Continue reading Simple Gifts
I’ve spent a great deal of time in Nashville, TN. This recipe is one of my favorite. Ingredients: Filling:5 cups peaches, peeled and diced, fresh or frozen2 cups all-purpose flour (In Colorado, I prefer King Arthur’s High Altitude Unbleached Flour) 3/4 cup sugar1 cup whole milk4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon sea salt1 teaspoon cinnamon1 teaspoon … Continue reading Tennessee Peach Pudding
I’ve always enjoyed a well-made corn pudding. This year as I was perusing the November, 2019 edition of Southern Living Magazine, this recipe caught my eye. I decided to include it as one of the featured sides at this year’s Thanksgiving meal. It was very delicious. This is my version of the recipe. From prep … Continue reading Fluffy Corn Pudding
This year, my daughter is hosting her first Thanksgiving dinner, which means that I can sit back and relax. Well, maybe? The invitation to dinner came through a text from her boyfriend a few weeks ago. I graciously accepted. Shortly after my acceptance, I received a text from them both, asking me to bring several … Continue reading A Humble Path
I am always fascinated by the theories of autonomy and relatedness as basic social needs and cultural paradigms. Definitions differ, but both quite significant for understanding chosen paths. A recent conversational antecedent grounded in cultural representation, paved the way for me to briefly touch on why my daily gratitude is occasionally led by my personal … Continue reading My Way Home