Some people possess the unique ability to stand up to the breakneck pace of time, to carve out of few moments a day to appreciate life. My friend Yasmeen is one of those people. Through cheerful smiles, sincere conversations, and thoughtful meals, Yasmeen makes those around her feel appreciated. This past Friday she set aside [...]
Before the first fireworks flew into the sky on Monday, I started my own Independence Day celebration with my own Declaration of Independence: I turned the oven on. The tone of the oven when it reached its set 350o rang through the empty kitchen and could be heard 'round the air condition-less house. After an [...]
Valentine’s Day snuck up on me this year, as it does most years; its fat little ambassador likes to play games. Hints, in the way of thoughtful cards, showed up in my mailbox throughout the week and I thoroughly enjoyed them. But, in my mad rush to get to the end of each busy day, [...]
For the most part, our kitchen is more Big Ten than Ivy League. Inspired by a sweatshirt Molly's brother Charlie gave her for Christmas, though, I invited my family to spend the week at Kale University. Lux et veritas. We've long been kale fans in this house. I like the way it holds up in [...]
Recipes are never finished. They are living creatures, ongoing conversations. They take suggestions, substitutions, and playful twists. They readily allow for changes in culture, technology, and resources. Cookies with chopped nuts turn to cookies with ground nuts turn to cookies with no nuts at all, thanks to the fickle taste buds of children. Your great-grandma's [...]