happiness is a simple life
This is a simple dish, brown lentils, caramelized onions, brown rice with a little cumin and salt. I ended up putting a spoonful of Tzatziki on top. As I recover from a terrible sickness, this is my 1st homemade healing meal. You can find the recipe on Kayln's Kitchen. I used long grain brown rice... Continue Reading →
I love beets. I love oranges. I really love Feta. This salad seemed to be an obvious choice! In my version, I roasted the beets with rosemary, sea salt, pepper, and olive oil. I also added a tiny bit of Shallots to the dressing, and used Pino Grigio vinegar. Recipe: Beet Orange and Feta salad... Continue Reading →
I recently finished reading the book "Focus" by Leo Babauta - probably one of the best books I have read on productivity in a long while. Minus any magic ideas or approaches - he describes simple approaches to productivity, and accomplishing great things.I have many things I want to accomplish over the next few months and... Continue Reading →
Homemade asparagus soup for dinner! Super simple and super healthy. This makes a ton of soup, so I usually freeze a bunch. 2 bunches fresh asparagus 1 bag organic baby spinach 1 onion Ton of garlic 1 vegan bouillon cube Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 cup raw cashews soaked in water salt free seasoning Paprika... Continue Reading →
Several people have asked me about the "Eat to Live" program that I have been following for the past 2 weeks. In my ongoing journey to improve my health, energy, and overall well-being I have made a committment to this lifestyle. It's really important to start by reading the book, and the overall program is... Continue Reading →
I am so thankful for such a wonderful day. Great friends and family gathering around the table, where we went around the table to say what we were thankful for. I am blessed. Dinner was by far the best Thanksgiving meal I have had in a very long time. The meal was fresh and full... Continue Reading →
Inspired by this post from Eco Women - I have challenged myself to prepare a Thanksgiving meal with local ingredients. This means that I will build my menu around food that is grown or raised within a 100 mile radius of my home. I will have to do some research, because the local farmers markets... Continue Reading →
I 'heart' my local farmers market. There is no reason to shop anywhere else.
ok - this one not so healthy... but absolutely delicious - and quick! Takes about 20 minutes to prepare. 1 pound cheese ravioli (fresh or frozen) 6 slices bacon 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped 9 oz. or 2 large bunches of fresh spinach, large stems removed Sea Salt and Black Pepper to... Continue Reading →
My latest obsessions - reminding me that sometimes it's the little things that bring big enjoyment out of life. 1. dwell magazine. Having always been obsessed with magazines - this is my latest craze. Full of ideas on architecture and interior design, all with a 'sustainability' edge. This magazine keeps me focused on how I... Continue Reading →
Life: Version 2.0 