Real food vanilla pudding is quick and easy to make. It’s creamy, slightly sweet, and rich without being heavy. Add turmeric and gelatin for a healthy kick. Occasionally I get a craving for vanilla pudding. You know, like the ones that come in a cup with the artificial vanilla flavoring and the milk that comes…
Today, it’s 66°F in Florida with a high of 70°F, and the sky is blue and sunny. I’m out here on the patio with my cat and my coffee, and meditating on the small romances of the morning. Every day, I start my morning seeking things for which to be thankful, and this attitude sets the…
My completely independent review of the Tuft & Needle non-toxic mattress. I can’t believe myself right now. I got a king bed this week. I’ve been wanting to replace my mattress since ever since I discovered this mattress company called “Tuft & Needle” back in 2014. But I didn’t NEED to replace my mattress back…
This rich and creamy chicken noodle soup sticks to your bones, but bright flavors of lemon and ginger—plus fresh herbs—keep it from feeling to heavy. It’s winter here in Florida, which means it’s about 68˚F when I wake up and climbs to 78˚F by midday. Truthfully, it feels like 80˚F, and tank tops have…
Red wine braised short ribs are succulent and tender, marinated in red wine for a rich sauce. Serve these over buttered mashed potatoes or wide noodles. Maybe it’s because I don’t have kids yet, but I can never finish a bottle of red wine by myself. At least, not within a reasonable amount of time.…
The struggle is real. I’m struggling today. My mom called me late last night, as I was on my way to a monthly dance, and informed me that one of our family friends suffered a stroke and is in the hospital in ICU with bleeding in the brain. When my mom gave me the news,…