So long, Farewell…

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I’ve been thinking about this blog a lot lately. Why I started it, what it’s meant to me, who it’s brought into my life, whether it’s had an impact on anyone else, & ultimately, whether or not I wanted to continue working on it. I’ve avoided it for a couple months, due to conflicting feelings, winter blahs, & the fact that honestly, since I base my diet around eating locally & as in season as I can, sometimes our meals {Read More}

“It’s everybody’s duty to give the world a reason to dance.”

This has nothing to do with food…but I can’t think of anything more important to share than this awesome video today. I want to remind you that in life you can choose self-doubt or self-belief. When we believe in ourselves, we show up differently in the world. “If you light a lamp for someone else it will also brighten your path.” ~Buddha

Winter is such a big fat jerk.

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I have to admit, folks, that I’m not much of a winter person. I’ve grown to appreciate it more as of late, in ways I never really considered or admired before, but I’m not entirely sold on the idea. It’s unavoidable, I know. Especially since I live in New England now,…and those smug southern assholes I call friends like to remind me all too frequently just what I left behind. Well, we’ll see who’s laughing come June…when it’s 105 degrees {Read More}

White Asparagus Risotto Cakes

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Risotto & asparagus is one of my favorite food combinations…actually, I think most things are my favorite food combinations. But, really-there’s just something about the way these 2 work together; the comforting, creamy consitency of risotto with the distinct taste & crunch of asparagus. I’m into it. Pan fried Risotto & asparagus cakes are a delicous way to enjoy these two together. We were out picking up groceries the other day & the market had some beautiful white asparagus available-I {Read More}

Blackberry & Agave Bircher Muesli

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I have had WAY too much time on my hands this past week…being sick with the flu had me quarantined to the house, where I stayed in my pajamas, surfed the interwebs more than I have in ages, & at one point, ended up watching some reality shows I’m not sure I really feel comfortable admitting to in an open forum. I got sucked in! It could happen to anyone…It was a lot like when you get on YouTube; you start {Read More}

Lending a Hand

The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) condemns violence directed against all living creatures. There are no exceptions.

This month on the blog, we’ll be looking at ways you can help Animal Welfare Organizations all over the world. Adapting a plant-based diet is only the start; I’ll be sharing links & tips on how you can work with organizations & government on improving the lives of animals, even if you don’t have the ability to offer hands on assistance. Every bit of effort helps!  Many of us find ourselves with hardly an hour to ourselves most days & {Read More}