Years back I remember playing this ice breaker game with colleagues, in which I had to answer the question, “Which one of your five senses would you hate to live without?” Immediate gut reaction, “Taste.” Granted, taste and smell truly go hand in hand, it’s my sense of taste which serves as a guidepost. TheContinue reading “Harnessing the Power of Taste (Practices of Eating)”
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How to Love Others Practically
Right now at this very moment, can you think of at least one person within your sphere who is in need? Okay, so keep their face in your head, or write their name down (if you feel adventurous, think of more than one) and we’ll come back to it. When I’ve been overwhelmed, sick, orContinue reading “How to Love Others Practically”
What I’m Into (April Edition)
Did it seem like the month of April flew by for any of you? We began our month here with a pukey Spring Break (literally, pukey), some fun mixed in towards the end, and the start of the Pre-Engagement course Ben and I are counseling. Family life as five is finally leveling out, or shallContinue reading “What I’m Into (April Edition)”
Why Calling Myself Paleo Bothers Me & Why Eating is in the Sharing (Practices of Eating)
Our family as I’ve mentioned tries to follow a paleo/primal way of eating; however, there is such looseness with that, that I don’t like calling myself a “Paleo” eater. It’s like Christianity or any religion with it’s varied sects or denominations. There might be one thing holding the lines together; but, everyone is at aContinue reading “Why Calling Myself Paleo Bothers Me & Why Eating is in the Sharing (Practices of Eating)”
My Primer on Food Relationships (Practices of Eating)
Summer 2010 Thank you for joining me on the series ‘Practices of Eating.‘ Here we go with my own primer/view on eating & food. This month marks six years since being a stay at home mom. One thing which was true then is still true now…laundry, dishes and cooking…never stop. I could quite literallyContinue reading “My Primer on Food Relationships (Practices of Eating)”
The Practices of Eating Series
When I think about my practices of eating, I think about myself, my husband, my children & others. Because eating is not just about me. Sure, it begins with me, but it’s the process. It’s the selecting, the chopping, the roasting, the plating, the dining, the congregating, the eating, savoring, chewing, digesting, which encompasses this.Continue reading “The Practices of Eating Series”
On the Practices of Eating
After writing about my breastfeeding relationship with Caprice, I am overwhelmed by the stories other mamas shared who have struggled to feed their babies in what would be assumed as the most natural way. Mamas who spoke of the tears being evoked from years ago, shame, guilt and struggle; and still, it was words, “I’veContinue reading “On the Practices of Eating”
What I’m Into (February 2013 Edition)
I’ve read many others of what they’re into and never joined in; because, well, when I decide to board the train it’s left the station (as in it’s already the middle of the next month). And then, I read how other people organize their lists or categories, I find myself thinking, “I don’t read thatContinue reading “What I’m Into (February 2013 Edition)”
On Lent & Simple Meals
After Caprice was born, I fully celebrated with food. I hadn’t drank any beer or wine in nine months. My appetite had diminished quite a bit in those last couple weeks with baby pressure on my organs. But, once she arrived, celebrating & feasting ensued. I think there’s a time for going all out whenContinue reading “On Lent & Simple Meals”
Throw a Party, Just Because
Are you like me and wonder why Christmas time gets all the good dress up fancy, receive party invites and white elephant fare, while mid-February hits and you feel like Bill Murray listening to “I’ve Got You Babe?” Well, join me over at Momheart.org today as I share some easy ways to throw a mid-winterContinue reading “Throw a Party, Just Because”
Backdoor Hospitality 