For nearly a decade, I have written a post every day until one day I didn’t. I felt horribly about missing a day. Then I went back to writing every day, until one day I didn’t. Then, that routine happened a few more times. This week, I think […]
Which food, when you eat it, instantly transports you to childhood? Childhood food items are not on grand on my list of childhood memories. But, what I remember is that I loved cereal. I even loved it in early adulthood. Cereal made for some great dinners after for […]
What’s the oldest thing you own that you still use daily? I’m not a hoarder. However, I readily admit that I have some clothes, shoes, and handbags that I’ve had for decades. I suppose I’m lucky, in a sense, that those items not only have lasted so long […]
Describe your dream chocolate bar. I had planned to write yesterday about a weird loss in my life. However, I couldn’t quite motivate myself to do so. My lethargy and fatigue got the best of me. I’ve been beyond fatigued these days. With good reason. I’ve had stressors […]
Describe one simple thing you do that brings joy to your life. The simplest things in life can sometimes be the best. It’s that simple. A cup of gumbo. A sour patch gummy. A puppy letting you know it’s dinner time. I get such joy and pleasure when […]
Do you have a quote you live your life by or think of often? I don’t like truffle oil. However, every once in a while, I forget and order a restaurant item that has truffle in it. The last time I did that, I ate one small bite […]
What is your favorite restaurant? I know for sure there are some restaurants I greatly dislike. And, more often than not, it’s because of a bad interpersonal experience versus a bad meal. Now, as for my favorite restaurant, there is more than one. It’s many. I love all […]
The last few months have not been great months for me healthwise. I’ve been to specialist after specialist with no definitive findings and relatively little concern from the providers. Empathy fatigue is a real thing out there. However, I will not vent about that any further. Just riles […]
This has been the winter of my discontent. This has been the dreariest winter storm. However, I have heard that “No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” While I await the return of spring, I’ll enjoy some comfort food. A good stew. A good bread pudding. […]
Finally, I made it to Friday! It’s been a really long week. Then again, every week feels long to me these days. Here’s a brief wacky news of the week recap. 1. Don’t yuck my yum. Chef Jose Avila has decided to really mix it up and enhance […]