When I am not in the throes of work or school, for me, fighting the tendency to stay put as long as I can, is always a major task. I enjoy staying put. No need to be here, there, and everywhere, has always been my motto. Books, fine music, the occasional episode of Vera 🙂 … Continue reading Healing by Surrender
The rhinovirus came to visit me at the end of last week. And, honestly, I am quite perturbed I have allowed it to enter my home. The knock came with a sore throat, which I quenched with warm water and sea salt, in the thought that this would be enough. Man, was I so wrong! … Continue reading Vicissitudes and Hope
I started this week with great guilt in my heart. This stemmed from the thought that this year I have yet to enter the doors of my favorite gym. Last week I wrote about moving through January’s calendar and how effective I’ve been. While revising this, I noticed that I included all my to-dos, but … Continue reading Words Close at Hand
Serves 2 1 lb skinless wild caught Maui Maui (about 2 large pieces) 1 tablespoon oil (I prefer culinary algae oil. Olive oil may offset the flavor) Salt and pepper to taste 1-2 teaspoons fresh or dry dill 1/4 cup Meyer Lemon Juice 4 tablespoons grass-fed butter 1 small to medium shallot 1/4 cup red, … Continue reading Recipe: Meyer Lemon-Dill Maui Maui
Though I enjoy all foods, I lean toward a pescatarian diet. Caribbean Tilapia is one of most favorite recipes. My grandmother used to make this dish with fresh Red Snapper we caught on the same day. It’s a healthy and quick dish enjoyed with most meaty fish. I hope that you enjoy this recipe as … Continue reading Recipe: Caribbean Tilapia
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