Lately I’ve been drawn back to the late ’60s: songs, movies, inspiration. These pop culture years from 1967–1969 keep popping up throughout my days as either a wistful thought or nostalgic feeling. Maybe they’re accidental, or perhaps on purpose—I’m not sure which—but these happy memories follow me. I was 6-YO in 1968. It was an… Read More
Today is the perfect Spring day in South Florida. The sky is incredibly blue and the weather is delicious. Spring is the perfect time to pick up some fresh, seasonal produce, and for getting outdoors and immersing yourself in the beauty of the season. Listening to the sounds of the birds, feeling the changes in… Read More
We had a Grateful Dinner this weekend for our friends Bill and Spencer. We had no way to express our gratitude for all the things we wanted to thank Bill for—and we certainly couldn’t find enough words—so we expressed our appreciation with dinner! Boy, was this a long time coming. It was a special night.… Read More
My friend Lori sent me this quote in a text message. She has Celiac, too, and has been through some of the same trials as me. These little nuggets of inspiration help keep us going throughout the day! Doubt will always exist in one form or another. We can’t avoid it, and we can’t suppress… Read More
I read this quote this morning in Mike Dooley’s Notes from the Universe: I think every day is a clean slate—to eat better, exercise more, and be kinder to yourself. The focus: harmony and peace. Striving to be the best you can be for yourself and everyone else you meet! Sometimes we fall asleep rehashing… Read More
Hope is the thing with feathersThat perches in the soul,And sings the tune—Without the wordsAnd never stops at all.— Emily Dickinson
Providence. It’s called all sorts of things: fate, kismet, destiny. My entire life I have felt that things fall into place through connected chains of events… little presents, enlightenments, and discoveries—as if by accident. I believe it happens by being strong and confident, super smart and very, very “faith” full. A boldness. Going out on… Read More
“If you really want to make a friend,go to someone’s house and eat with him…the people who give you their foodgive you their heart.” – Cesar Chavez
“There is no spectacle on earth more appealing than that of a beautiful woman in the act of cooking dinner for someone she loves.” ― Thomas Wolfe Love you Momma Annabelle. Merry Christmas!
If you havegood thoughtsthey will shineout of your facelike sunbeamsand you will alwayslook lovely— Roald Dahl