I took some quiet time today to write down what I'm thankful for. Here's the start of my list:
* my health
* my family
* safe travel
* awareness and importance of gratitude in EVERY day
* patience
* people who have changed my life and helped me to make some crazy decisions in order to become happy, including but certainly not limited to: Jason, Owen, Eva, Sharon, Jenny, Mom and Dad, Ma and JimDad,Chef Batista, Chef Hewett, Chef Morris, Gerald, Susan, Vickie, Collin, Sheila, Asha...
* healthy food
* clean water
* sunshine AND rain
* a place to go every day and be creative and feed people, a place that makes me happy, a place that makes me feel appreciated and all of which happen to be my job. Thank you, Jenny!
* the warm smiles, hugs and positive vibes of Asha
* the great conversations with Collin that lead to personal awareness
* the healing nature of Sheila's presence and gifts
* Eva in the bubbling bath with a bubble beard, Eva telling me to close my eyes and rubbing my head to make me relax, Eva curling up in my lap, Eva running to me with unconditional love when I get home
* Owen's never-ending growing heart and compassion, Owen's ability to read me like a book and to know exactly what to do to help heal me or help me, Owen's sparkling eyes and smile
* JASON. in all caps. Because this blog probably wouldn't even be here without his love and support in all that I do. You have an awareness for what I need that I don't even have, and you are diligent in seeing me through those needs. I am so thankful for you, my love, I don't even know where to start the list except to say THANK YOU.
* Compassion
* Understanding
* Growth
* Guts
* Faith
* My church family that is truly unbelievable
* Naps
* The smell of garlic, onions and cinnamon, obviously not all together. : )
* Hats and scarves on a cool day (it doesn't need to be cold for me)
* Dark Chocolate
* A hot mug of good coffee in my hands and the time to sit and sip
* Coworkers that literally and figuratively hum along with me in the kitchen
* My brother
* The gift of foresight- to recognize when others need to make significant life changes and my ability to help with that in support and guidance
* the gift that I can honestly say I am HAPPY
THANK YOU GOD, IN THANKSGIVING.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
IN THANKSGIVING
I took some quiet time today to write down what I'm thankful for. Here's the start of my list:
* my health
* my family
* safe travel
* awareness and importance of gratitude in EVERY day
* patience
* people who have changed my life and helped me to make some crazy decisions in order to become happy, including but certainly not limited to: Jason, Owen, Eva, Sharon, Jenny, Mom and Dad, Ma and JimDad,Chef Batista, Chef Hewett, Chef Morris, Gerald, Susan, Vickie, Collin, Sheila, Asha...
* healthy food
* clean water
* sunshine AND rain
* a place to go every day and be creative and feed people, a place that makes me happy, a place that makes me feel appreciated and all of which happen to be my job. Thank you, Jenny!
* the warm smiles, hugs and positive vibes of Asha
* the great conversations with Collin that lead to personal awareness
* the healing nature of Sheila's presence and gifts
* Eva in the bubbling bath with a bubble beard, Eva telling me to close my eyes and rubbing my head to make me relax, Eva curling up in my lap, Eva running to me with unconditional love when I get home
* Owen's never-ending growing heart and compassion, Owen's ability to read me like a book and to know exactly what to do to help heal me or help me, Owen's sparkling eyes and smile
* JASON. in all caps. Because this blog probably wouldn't even be here without his love and support in all that I do. You have an awareness for what I need that I don't even have, and you are diligent in seeing me through those needs. I am so thankful for you, my love, I don't even know where to start the list except to say THANK YOU.
* Compassion
* Understanding
* Growth
* Guts
* Faith
* My church family that is truly unbelievable
* Naps
* The smell of garlic, onions and cinnamon, obviously not all together. : )
* Hats and scarves on a cool day (it doesn't need to be cold for me)
* Dark Chocolate
* A hot mug of good coffee in my hands and the time to sit and sip
* Coworkers that literally and figuratively hum along with me in the kitchen
* My brother
* The gift of foresight- to recognize when others need to make significant life changes and my ability to help with that in support and guidance
* the gift that I can honestly say I am HAPPY
THANK YOU GOD, IN THANKSGIVING.
* my health
* my family
* safe travel
* awareness and importance of gratitude in EVERY day
* patience
* people who have changed my life and helped me to make some crazy decisions in order to become happy, including but certainly not limited to: Jason, Owen, Eva, Sharon, Jenny, Mom and Dad, Ma and JimDad,Chef Batista, Chef Hewett, Chef Morris, Gerald, Susan, Vickie, Collin, Sheila, Asha...
* healthy food
* clean water
* sunshine AND rain
* a place to go every day and be creative and feed people, a place that makes me happy, a place that makes me feel appreciated and all of which happen to be my job. Thank you, Jenny!
* the warm smiles, hugs and positive vibes of Asha
* the great conversations with Collin that lead to personal awareness
* the healing nature of Sheila's presence and gifts
* Eva in the bubbling bath with a bubble beard, Eva telling me to close my eyes and rubbing my head to make me relax, Eva curling up in my lap, Eva running to me with unconditional love when I get home
* Owen's never-ending growing heart and compassion, Owen's ability to read me like a book and to know exactly what to do to help heal me or help me, Owen's sparkling eyes and smile
* JASON. in all caps. Because this blog probably wouldn't even be here without his love and support in all that I do. You have an awareness for what I need that I don't even have, and you are diligent in seeing me through those needs. I am so thankful for you, my love, I don't even know where to start the list except to say THANK YOU.
* Compassion
* Understanding
* Growth
* Guts
* Faith
* My church family that is truly unbelievable
* Naps
* The smell of garlic, onions and cinnamon, obviously not all together. : )
* Hats and scarves on a cool day (it doesn't need to be cold for me)
* Dark Chocolate
* A hot mug of good coffee in my hands and the time to sit and sip
* Coworkers that literally and figuratively hum along with me in the kitchen
* My brother
* The gift of foresight- to recognize when others need to make significant life changes and my ability to help with that in support and guidance
* the gift that I can honestly say I am HAPPY
THANK YOU GOD, IN THANKSGIVING.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Waiting..
The title of this blog means nothing except that I waited to write this post. Yesterday was a pretty darn good day and I wanted to wait until today to post about it to see if the thrill was still there. A very, very famous actress has been into the Cafe a few times now. (They're shooting a film locally.) She's liked my quiche and told me about it. She came in yesterday, and I said, "I just took a quiche out of the oven. Would you like a slice?" She asked how much the whole quiche was and proceeded to buy the entire thing because she had friends coming over in ten minutes. Now this story doesn't mean much to you because you don't even know who this famous person is, but I'd like to respect her privacy so she has a comfortable place to relax when she's not working.
Next, Jenny gave me two chef's coats. I've wanted to wear one to work, but based on what a Chef Instructor said to me at graduation, I felt a bit presumptuous wearing a CHEF coat. So I never did get one. But after working for almost 10 months now in the kitchen, it almost brought a tear to my eye when Jenny gave me two of them. And this probably seems silly, too, since for goodness sakes, it's just a piece of material with buttons and a thermometer pocket. But it means a TON to me. And so I wore one today and it was great. Thank you, Jenny. Thank you.
Next, Jenny gave me two chef's coats. I've wanted to wear one to work, but based on what a Chef Instructor said to me at graduation, I felt a bit presumptuous wearing a CHEF coat. So I never did get one. But after working for almost 10 months now in the kitchen, it almost brought a tear to my eye when Jenny gave me two of them. And this probably seems silly, too, since for goodness sakes, it's just a piece of material with buttons and a thermometer pocket. But it means a TON to me. And so I wore one today and it was great. Thank you, Jenny. Thank you.
Waiting..
The title of this blog means nothing except that I waited to write this post. Yesterday was a pretty darn good day and I wanted to wait until today to post about it to see if the thrill was still there. A very, very famous actress has been into the Cafe a few times now. (They're shooting a film locally.) She's liked my quiche and told me about it. She came in yesterday, and I said, "I just took a quiche out of the oven. Would you like a slice?" She asked how much the whole quiche was and proceeded to buy the entire thing because she had friends coming over in ten minutes. Now this story doesn't mean much to you because you don't even know who this famous person is, but I'd like to respect her privacy so she has a comfortable place to relax when she's not working.
Next, Jenny gave me two chef's coats. I've wanted to wear one to work, but based on what a Chef Instructor said to me at graduation, I felt a bit presumptuous wearing a CHEF coat. So I never did get one. But after working for almost 10 months now in the kitchen, it almost brought a tear to my eye when Jenny gave me two of them. And this probably seems silly, too, since for goodness sakes, it's just a piece of material with buttons and a thermometer pocket. But it means a TON to me. And so I wore one today and it was great. Thank you, Jenny. Thank you.
Next, Jenny gave me two chef's coats. I've wanted to wear one to work, but based on what a Chef Instructor said to me at graduation, I felt a bit presumptuous wearing a CHEF coat. So I never did get one. But after working for almost 10 months now in the kitchen, it almost brought a tear to my eye when Jenny gave me two of them. And this probably seems silly, too, since for goodness sakes, it's just a piece of material with buttons and a thermometer pocket. But it means a TON to me. And so I wore one today and it was great. Thank you, Jenny. Thank you.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
PITCH YOUR PRODUCT with COUNTRY LIVING was today. It went great! I was surprised to meet so many people that drove and flew from quite a distance to have a three minute pitch with the judges. Women from Michigan, Long Island, Virginia, South Carolina, Tennesee... I was the only local of the people I met! The presentation went well. I will find out some time in November if I have been chosen to have ad space in the magazine. If so, I'm ready to charge up the Nutty 'Nola business, and if not, I'm ready to charge up the Nutty 'Nola business in other ways. Thank you all for your energy and support. I'll post as soon as I hear something. Love, Sue
PITCH YOUR PRODUCT with COUNTRY LIVING was today. It went great! I was surprised to meet so many people that drove and flew from quite a distance to have a three minute pitch with the judges. Women from Michigan, Long Island, Virginia, South Carolina, Tennesee... I was the only local of the people I met! The presentation went well. I will find out some time in November if I have been chosen to have ad space in the magazine. If so, I'm ready to charge up the Nutty 'Nola business, and if not, I'm ready to charge up the Nutty 'Nola business in other ways.
Thank you all for your energy and support. I'll post as soon as I hear something.
Love,
Sue
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
“Pitch Your Product”
I know, I know... it's been a long time since I've written anything. Basically that just means two things- that everything is pretty smooth, and at the same time, I'm not taking the time and effort to write down the extraordinary things I'm noticing regularly. Lots of great things/changes are happening at Cafe Jonah and at home as well. I will make a better effort to write entries, because my Journey continues on.
GUESS WHAT????
My Nutty 'Nola product has been accepted for Country Living magazine’s “Pitch Your Product” program!!! On Sunday, October 23, I will get to present my 'Nola, and if they like it, they will place an ad in the magazine and create sales via the whole country!!! Get ready, baking kitchen.....
GUESS WHAT????
My Nutty 'Nola product has been accepted for Country Living magazine’s “Pitch Your Product” program!!! On Sunday, October 23, I will get to present my 'Nola, and if they like it, they will place an ad in the magazine and create sales via the whole country!!! Get ready, baking kitchen.....
“Pitch Your Product”
I know, I know... it's been a long time since I've written anything. Basically that just means two things- that everything is pretty smooth, and at the same time, I'm not taking the time and effort to write down the extraordinary things I'm noticing regularly. Lots of great things/changes are happening at Cafe Jonah and at home as well. I will make a better effort to write entries, because my Journey continues on.
GUESS WHAT????
My Nutty 'Nola product has been accepted for Country Living magazine’s “Pitch Your Product” program!!! On Sunday, October 23, I will get to present my 'Nola, and if they like it, they will place an ad in the magazine and create sales via the whole country!!! Get ready, baking kitchen.....
GUESS WHAT????
My Nutty 'Nola product has been accepted for Country Living magazine’s “Pitch Your Product” program!!! On Sunday, October 23, I will get to present my 'Nola, and if they like it, they will place an ad in the magazine and create sales via the whole country!!! Get ready, baking kitchen.....
Sunday, July 17, 2011
AWESOME review of Cafe Jonah...
http://blogs.ajc.com/food-and-more/2011/07/14/cafe-jonah-and-the-magical-attic-restaurant-review-buckhead/
AWESOME review of Cafe Jonah...
http://blogs.ajc.com/food-and-more/2011/07/14/cafe-jonah-and-the-magical-attic-restaurant-review-buckhead/
Friday, July 15, 2011
Monday, June 27, 2011
Reading. Spirituality. Food. Friends. Connectedness.
Today we stopped by the library to return about 1,000 books Eva had taken out. As we walked in, there was a display of books and one jumped out at me. For those of you who know me, I do not read. I want to read. I wish I could, but by the time the day is done, and I sit down to read, (or watch movies, for that matter) I fall asleep.
Needless to say, I picked up this book: "Women, Food and God". I've read the first 35 pages and find it very timely and fascinatingly connected to other things given to me recently. One was the "Instructions to the Cook" audio book (which I am still trying to get through), and the other was a link to a friend of a friend's work, called "Silence and Love". Maybe you'll find some of these pieces interesting.
http://www.imdb.com/video/wab/vi208051481/
Peace,
Sue
Needless to say, I picked up this book: "Women, Food and God". I've read the first 35 pages and find it very timely and fascinatingly connected to other things given to me recently. One was the "Instructions to the Cook" audio book (which I am still trying to get through), and the other was a link to a friend of a friend's work, called "Silence and Love". Maybe you'll find some of these pieces interesting.
http://www.imdb.com/video/wab/vi208051481/
Peace,
Sue
Reading. Spirituality. Food. Friends. Connectedness.
Today we stopped by the library to return about 1,000 books Eva had taken out. As we walked in, there was a display of books and one jumped out at me. For those of you who know me, I do not read. I want to read. I wish I could, but by the time the day is done, and I sit down to read, (or watch movies, for that matter) I fall asleep.
Needless to say, I picked up this book: "Women, Food and God". I've read the first 35 pages and find it very timely and fascinatingly connected to other things given to me recently. One was the "Instructions to the Cook" audio book (which I am still trying to get through), and the other was a link to a friend of a friend's work, called "Silence and Love". Maybe you'll find some of these pieces interesting.
http://www.imdb.com/video/wab/vi208051481/
Peace,
Sue
Needless to say, I picked up this book: "Women, Food and God". I've read the first 35 pages and find it very timely and fascinatingly connected to other things given to me recently. One was the "Instructions to the Cook" audio book (which I am still trying to get through), and the other was a link to a friend of a friend's work, called "Silence and Love". Maybe you'll find some of these pieces interesting.
http://www.imdb.com/video/wab/vi208051481/
Peace,
Sue
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Another Amazing "Coincidence"
OK. Many, many posts ago, when life was changing rapidly for me, I commented a few times on "coincidences" and how there are none. Well another one happened today and I'm curious where it leads. I met someone today (and I'm going to keep any details a mystery at this point, but take my word for it when I say I can't stop thinking about it...) and something tells me we did not meet by "coincidence". A very brief discussion lead to the exchange of phone numbers, emails and a closing hug. I hope that is just the beginning. I bet you're curious.....well, me too!!!!
Another Amazing "Coincidence"
OK. Many, many posts ago, when life was changing rapidly for me, I commented a few times on "coincidences" and how there are none. Well another one happened today and I'm curious where it leads. I met someone today (and I'm going to keep any details a mystery at this point, but take my word for it when I say I can't stop thinking about it...) and something tells me we did not meet by "coincidence". A very brief discussion lead to the exchange of phone numbers, emails and a closing hug. I hope that is just the beginning. I bet you're curious.....well, me too!!!!
29 Gifts
Tomorrow night Cami Walker is speaking at Cafe Jonah. Come hear what she's got to say. I read the first third of her book (gave it to someone in hospice who needed it more than me) and GAVE for 29 days. She's a great inspiration and everyone should hear her story. Come check her out!
http://www.29gifts.org/profile/CamiWalker
http://www.29gifts.org/profile/CamiWalker
29 Gifts
Tomorrow night Cami Walker is speaking at Cafe Jonah. Come hear what she's got to say. I read the first third of her book (gave it to someone in hospice who needed it more than me) and GAVE for 29 days. She's a great inspiration and everyone should hear her story. Come check her out!
http://www.29gifts.org/profile/CamiWalker
http://www.29gifts.org/profile/CamiWalker
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Minimalism and Simplicity
I find that I fight a food battle every week or so. We started a strict budgeting program which allows me to go to the grocery store once per week. Towards the end of the week, we are pretty tight on things, but we make it work. It's not always as easy as just making a sandwich, because we may be out of sliced turkey or cheese, but there is always something that we can eat. We will not starve. (I am perfectly aware of the abundance we live in and I try to remind my kids of that regularly, just as our parents did.)
After I go to the grocery store (and, mind you, I spend $100 per week), and put all the food away, I feel like we are gluttonous. The sight of food all over my kitchen, in the fridge, in the freezer, in the snack drawer, it all makes me feel like we have too much. Maybe we do. But it only takes a day or so for the kids to have a few meals and a few snacks and we're back to where we were at the end of the previous week. How can I maintain this balance without visiting Publix twice a week? Maybe I don't. Maybe this feeling of imbalance is important- for some reason.
Just something I think about regularly and thought I'd share. Anyone have any thoughts?
After I go to the grocery store (and, mind you, I spend $100 per week), and put all the food away, I feel like we are gluttonous. The sight of food all over my kitchen, in the fridge, in the freezer, in the snack drawer, it all makes me feel like we have too much. Maybe we do. But it only takes a day or so for the kids to have a few meals and a few snacks and we're back to where we were at the end of the previous week. How can I maintain this balance without visiting Publix twice a week? Maybe I don't. Maybe this feeling of imbalance is important- for some reason.
Just something I think about regularly and thought I'd share. Anyone have any thoughts?
Minimalism and Simplicity
I find that I fight a food battle every week or so. We started a strict budgeting program which allows me to go to the grocery store once per week. Towards the end of the week, we are pretty tight on things, but we make it work. It's not always as easy as just making a sandwich, because we may be out of sliced turkey or cheese, but there is always something that we can eat. We will not starve. (I am perfectly aware of the abundance we live in and I try to remind my kids of that regularly, just as our parents did.)
After I go to the grocery store (and, mind you, I spend $100 per week), and put all the food away, I feel like we are gluttonous. The sight of food all over my kitchen, in the fridge, in the freezer, in the snack drawer, it all makes me feel like we have too much. Maybe we do. But it only takes a day or so for the kids to have a few meals and a few snacks and we're back to where we were at the end of the previous week. How can I maintain this balance without visiting Publix twice a week? Maybe I don't. Maybe this feeling of imbalance is important- for some reason.
Just something I think about regularly and thought I'd share. Anyone have any thoughts?
After I go to the grocery store (and, mind you, I spend $100 per week), and put all the food away, I feel like we are gluttonous. The sight of food all over my kitchen, in the fridge, in the freezer, in the snack drawer, it all makes me feel like we have too much. Maybe we do. But it only takes a day or so for the kids to have a few meals and a few snacks and we're back to where we were at the end of the previous week. How can I maintain this balance without visiting Publix twice a week? Maybe I don't. Maybe this feeling of imbalance is important- for some reason.
Just something I think about regularly and thought I'd share. Anyone have any thoughts?
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Instructions to the Cook
Months and months ago, Sharon gave me tapes that she thought I would like. I can't remember if she gave them to Paul (her husband) or if he gave them to her, but regardless, she thought I would enjoy them. Well, I never took the time to look at them, read them or even open the box. All I knew was that the title was "Instructions to the Cook". I assumed (don't ever assume) that it was a Cooking video.
Hold on to your seats.
I had the amazing honor of reading a Psalm at Sharon's memorial service. While I thought my heart was going to pound out of my chest and into the pews, I felt Sharon's strength there with me and I got through the reading with what I thought was a strong, clear and unwavering voice. (If the truth was less than that, just let me go on believing what I thought.)
After the service, Sharon's son came to me and said that she wanted him to tell me that I needed to pass along to others in the church what she passed along to me. Sharon and I had been talking about this for about a year, so this was no surprise, except that during the service, after hearing what everyone had to say about this amazing person, I made a decision that I couldn't facilitate a class like Sharon and I'd find another way to pass along her gift to me. On the way home, Jason said he had a thought for me. Tonight he told me what it was.
He said I should find commonality between cooking, spirituality and food and teach a class on that. The tapes Sharon gave me came to mind, I grabbed them off my shelf and read the back. Tears jumped out of my eyes. These are not cooking tapes, per se', but about the Zen of cooking, living life to the fullest, and Buddhist inspirations. This is EXACTLY what Jason had in mind. So now I have another path... to figure out how to pass along my gift. I'll keep you updated.
Peace to the Parisi family.
Sue
Hold on to your seats.
I had the amazing honor of reading a Psalm at Sharon's memorial service. While I thought my heart was going to pound out of my chest and into the pews, I felt Sharon's strength there with me and I got through the reading with what I thought was a strong, clear and unwavering voice. (If the truth was less than that, just let me go on believing what I thought.)
After the service, Sharon's son came to me and said that she wanted him to tell me that I needed to pass along to others in the church what she passed along to me. Sharon and I had been talking about this for about a year, so this was no surprise, except that during the service, after hearing what everyone had to say about this amazing person, I made a decision that I couldn't facilitate a class like Sharon and I'd find another way to pass along her gift to me. On the way home, Jason said he had a thought for me. Tonight he told me what it was.
He said I should find commonality between cooking, spirituality and food and teach a class on that. The tapes Sharon gave me came to mind, I grabbed them off my shelf and read the back. Tears jumped out of my eyes. These are not cooking tapes, per se', but about the Zen of cooking, living life to the fullest, and Buddhist inspirations. This is EXACTLY what Jason had in mind. So now I have another path... to figure out how to pass along my gift. I'll keep you updated.
Peace to the Parisi family.
Sue
Instructions to the Cook
Months and months ago, Sharon gave me tapes that she thought I would like. I can't remember if she gave them to Paul (her husband) or if he gave them to her, but regardless, she thought I would enjoy them. Well, I never took the time to look at them, read them or even open the box. All I knew was that the title was "Instructions to the Cook". I assumed (don't ever assume) that it was a Cooking video.
Hold on to your seats.
I had the amazing honor of reading a Psalm at Sharon's memorial service. While I thought my heart was going to pound out of my chest and into the pews, I felt Sharon's strength there with me and I got through the reading with what I thought was a strong, clear and unwavering voice. (If the truth was less than that, just let me go on believing what I thought.)
After the service, Sharon's son came to me and said that she wanted him to tell me that I needed to pass along to others in the church what she passed along to me. Sharon and I had been talking about this for about a year, so this was no surprise, except that during the service, after hearing what everyone had to say about this amazing person, I made a decision that I couldn't facilitate a class like Sharon and I'd find another way to pass along her gift to me. On the way home, Jason said he had a thought for me. Tonight he told me what it was.
He said I should find commonality between cooking, spirituality and food and teach a class on that. The tapes Sharon gave me came to mind, I grabbed them off my shelf and read the back. Tears jumped out of my eyes. These are not cooking tapes, per se', but about the Zen of cooking, living life to the fullest, and Buddhist inspirations. This is EXACTLY what Jason had in mind. So now I have another path... to figure out how to pass along my gift. I'll keep you updated.
Peace to the Parisi family.
Sue
Hold on to your seats.
I had the amazing honor of reading a Psalm at Sharon's memorial service. While I thought my heart was going to pound out of my chest and into the pews, I felt Sharon's strength there with me and I got through the reading with what I thought was a strong, clear and unwavering voice. (If the truth was less than that, just let me go on believing what I thought.)
After the service, Sharon's son came to me and said that she wanted him to tell me that I needed to pass along to others in the church what she passed along to me. Sharon and I had been talking about this for about a year, so this was no surprise, except that during the service, after hearing what everyone had to say about this amazing person, I made a decision that I couldn't facilitate a class like Sharon and I'd find another way to pass along her gift to me. On the way home, Jason said he had a thought for me. Tonight he told me what it was.
He said I should find commonality between cooking, spirituality and food and teach a class on that. The tapes Sharon gave me came to mind, I grabbed them off my shelf and read the back. Tears jumped out of my eyes. These are not cooking tapes, per se', but about the Zen of cooking, living life to the fullest, and Buddhist inspirations. This is EXACTLY what Jason had in mind. So now I have another path... to figure out how to pass along my gift. I'll keep you updated.
Peace to the Parisi family.
Sue
Thursday, May 5, 2011
An Honor
Last night I had the Honor of doing a reading at my friend Sharon's memorial service. Her husband told me before the service that she picked me to do the reading. I know this is supposed to be talking to God, but when I read this, I'm talking to Sharon.
Thank you for giving me this Honor, Sharon, and I will continue your work through you.
Psalm 30
I will praise You, O my Beloved,
for You have raised me up,
and have not let my fears overwhelm me.
O compassionate One, I cried for help, and You comforted me.
You, Love, released my soul from despair,
restored me to life from among those who live in fear.
Sing praises to the Beloved, O you saints,
and give thanks to Love’s holy Name.
Love withdraws when we close our hearts,
yet ever awaits an open door.
In the evening we may weep,
yet joy comes with the morning.
In my prosperity, I had lost sight of Love,
I found power in my wealth,
In your mercy, O Beloved, my foundations You shook,
And, in recognizing my separation from You,
I was dismayed.
I cried to You for help; to You,
I pleaded for forgiveness:
“What profit in my riches if I am separated from Love?
Will emptiness praise You?
Will it tell of your faithfulness?
Hear, O my Beloved, and be gracious to me!
O Love, come to my assistance!”
And You turned my mourning into dancing;
You set me free and clothed me with gladness.
Now my soul may Praise You and not be silent.
O my Beloved, I will be grateful to You forever and ever.
Amen.
Thank you for giving me this Honor, Sharon, and I will continue your work through you.
Psalm 30
I will praise You, O my Beloved,
for You have raised me up,
and have not let my fears overwhelm me.
O compassionate One, I cried for help, and You comforted me.
You, Love, released my soul from despair,
restored me to life from among those who live in fear.
Sing praises to the Beloved, O you saints,
and give thanks to Love’s holy Name.
Love withdraws when we close our hearts,
yet ever awaits an open door.
In the evening we may weep,
yet joy comes with the morning.
In my prosperity, I had lost sight of Love,
I found power in my wealth,
In your mercy, O Beloved, my foundations You shook,
And, in recognizing my separation from You,
I was dismayed.
I cried to You for help; to You,
I pleaded for forgiveness:
“What profit in my riches if I am separated from Love?
Will emptiness praise You?
Will it tell of your faithfulness?
Hear, O my Beloved, and be gracious to me!
O Love, come to my assistance!”
And You turned my mourning into dancing;
You set me free and clothed me with gladness.
Now my soul may Praise You and not be silent.
O my Beloved, I will be grateful to You forever and ever.
Amen.
An Honor
Last night I had the Honor of doing a reading at my friend Sharon's memorial service. Her husband told me before the service that she picked me to do the reading. I know this is supposed to be talking to God, but when I read this, I'm talking to Sharon.
Thank you for giving me this Honor, Sharon, and I will continue your work through you.
Psalm 30
I will praise You, O my Beloved,
for You have raised me up,
and have not let my fears overwhelm me.
O compassionate One, I cried for help, and You comforted me.
You, Love, released my soul from despair,
restored me to life from among those who live in fear.
Sing praises to the Beloved, O you saints,
and give thanks to Love’s holy Name.
Love withdraws when we close our hearts,
yet ever awaits an open door.
In the evening we may weep,
yet joy comes with the morning.
In my prosperity, I had lost sight of Love,
I found power in my wealth,
In your mercy, O Beloved, my foundations You shook,
And, in recognizing my separation from You,
I was dismayed.
I cried to You for help; to You,
I pleaded for forgiveness:
“What profit in my riches if I am separated from Love?
Will emptiness praise You?
Will it tell of your faithfulness?
Hear, O my Beloved, and be gracious to me!
O Love, come to my assistance!”
And You turned my mourning into dancing;
You set me free and clothed me with gladness.
Now my soul may Praise You and not be silent.
O my Beloved, I will be grateful to You forever and ever.
Amen.
Thank you for giving me this Honor, Sharon, and I will continue your work through you.
Psalm 30
I will praise You, O my Beloved,
for You have raised me up,
and have not let my fears overwhelm me.
O compassionate One, I cried for help, and You comforted me.
You, Love, released my soul from despair,
restored me to life from among those who live in fear.
Sing praises to the Beloved, O you saints,
and give thanks to Love’s holy Name.
Love withdraws when we close our hearts,
yet ever awaits an open door.
In the evening we may weep,
yet joy comes with the morning.
In my prosperity, I had lost sight of Love,
I found power in my wealth,
In your mercy, O Beloved, my foundations You shook,
And, in recognizing my separation from You,
I was dismayed.
I cried to You for help; to You,
I pleaded for forgiveness:
“What profit in my riches if I am separated from Love?
Will emptiness praise You?
Will it tell of your faithfulness?
Hear, O my Beloved, and be gracious to me!
O Love, come to my assistance!”
And You turned my mourning into dancing;
You set me free and clothed me with gladness.
Now my soul may Praise You and not be silent.
O my Beloved, I will be grateful to You forever and ever.
Amen.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
"A Year to Live"
This is the book/class that Sharon taught from, in addition to many other great poems, meditations, experiments and discussions. I recommend this book to everyone. It changed my life.
http://www.soundstrue.com/shop/A-Year-to-Live/841.productdetails?gclid=CJGG8IiNzagCFQpm7Aod1x8kjw
http://www.soundstrue.com/shop/A-Year-to-Live/841.productdetails?gclid=CJGG8IiNzagCFQpm7Aod1x8kjw
"A Year to Live"
This is the book/class that Sharon taught from, in addition to many other great poems, meditations, experiments and discussions. I recommend this book to everyone. It changed my life.
http://www.soundstrue.com/shop/A-Year-to-Live/841.productdetails?gclid=CJGG8IiNzagCFQpm7Aod1x8kjw
http://www.soundstrue.com/shop/A-Year-to-Live/841.productdetails?gclid=CJGG8IiNzagCFQpm7Aod1x8kjw
HAVE NO REGRETS
An old friend passed last month. Another last week. A third is (essentially) in Hospice. What do they all have in common? They knew/know death was/is near and have all made and are making arrangements, changes in their lives and doing their best to HAVE NO REGRETS. The time was/is there for them to make things more comfortable for loved ones, or to make amends with people.
Do not regret not telling someone you love them.
Do not regret passing by someone who really needs your help. Even if you don't know them.
Do not regret staying in a job that takes your happiness. Money is nothing if you're not happy.
Do not regret never doing something you always wanted to do. (a pottery class, graduate school, skydiving..)
Have no regrets in life. If you have them now, make them right. Look forward and make changes in your life if you need to.
Do not regret not telling someone you love them.
Do not regret passing by someone who really needs your help. Even if you don't know them.
Do not regret staying in a job that takes your happiness. Money is nothing if you're not happy.
Do not regret never doing something you always wanted to do. (a pottery class, graduate school, skydiving..)
Have no regrets in life. If you have them now, make them right. Look forward and make changes in your life if you need to.
HAVE NO REGRETS
An old friend passed last month. Another last week. A third is (essentially) in Hospice. What do they all have in common? They knew/know death was/is near and have all made and are making arrangements, changes in their lives and doing their best to HAVE NO REGRETS. The time was/is there for them to make things more comfortable for loved ones, or to make amends with people.
Do not regret not telling someone you love them.
Do not regret passing by someone who really needs your help. Even if you don't know them.
Do not regret staying in a job that takes your happiness. Money is nothing if you're not happy.
Do not regret never doing something you always wanted to do. (a pottery class, graduate school, skydiving..)
Have no regrets in life. If you have them now, make them right. Look forward and make changes in your life if you need to.
Do not regret not telling someone you love them.
Do not regret passing by someone who really needs your help. Even if you don't know them.
Do not regret staying in a job that takes your happiness. Money is nothing if you're not happy.
Do not regret never doing something you always wanted to do. (a pottery class, graduate school, skydiving..)
Have no regrets in life. If you have them now, make them right. Look forward and make changes in your life if you need to.
Monday, May 2, 2011
DEATH
Death seems to be quite rampant around me lately. I'm not afraid of it, it is what it is. It does make me sad to watch people suffer, and for children to be a part of it. As I told my new friend Lou last week, we are all dying, the difference being that those with a chronic illness may have a better idea of what it is that will take their life. My day may be next week for all we know. Hopefully it is not. But I will do my best to live every day like it may be next week.
The news about Bin Laden this morning gave me a strange sense, immediately. Did I want him to take any more lives? No. Do I find it odd that he murdered many, many people, but the news this morning was that He Was Dead. I didn't hear anyone on the radio say that Bin Laden had been murdered or killed, but just that he was dead. Again, don't get me wrong, I'm glad he can't do any more harm, but I am still a bit uneasy with this story. Why? Why does something about this just sit wrong with me?
Once I was asked if I would ever have a gun in my house, and would I rather shoot someone or be shot. I'm posting this as a rhetorical question. Many have a quick answer to this. Others do not.
The news about Bin Laden this morning gave me a strange sense, immediately. Did I want him to take any more lives? No. Do I find it odd that he murdered many, many people, but the news this morning was that He Was Dead. I didn't hear anyone on the radio say that Bin Laden had been murdered or killed, but just that he was dead. Again, don't get me wrong, I'm glad he can't do any more harm, but I am still a bit uneasy with this story. Why? Why does something about this just sit wrong with me?
Once I was asked if I would ever have a gun in my house, and would I rather shoot someone or be shot. I'm posting this as a rhetorical question. Many have a quick answer to this. Others do not.
DEATH
Death seems to be quite rampant around me lately. I'm not afraid of it, it is what it is. It does make me sad to watch people suffer, and for children to be a part of it. As I told my new friend Lou last week, we are all dying, the difference being that those with a chronic illness may have a better idea of what it is that will take their life. My day may be next week for all we know. Hopefully it is not. But I will do my best to live every day like it may be next week.
The news about Bin Laden this morning gave me a strange sense, immediately. Did I want him to take any more lives? No. Do I find it odd that he murdered many, many people, but the news this morning was that He Was Dead. I didn't hear anyone on the radio say that Bin Laden had been murdered or killed, but just that he was dead. Again, don't get me wrong, I'm glad he can't do any more harm, but I am still a bit uneasy with this story. Why? Why does something about this just sit wrong with me?
Once I was asked if I would ever have a gun in my house, and would I rather shoot someone or be shot. I'm posting this as a rhetorical question. Many have a quick answer to this. Others do not.
The news about Bin Laden this morning gave me a strange sense, immediately. Did I want him to take any more lives? No. Do I find it odd that he murdered many, many people, but the news this morning was that He Was Dead. I didn't hear anyone on the radio say that Bin Laden had been murdered or killed, but just that he was dead. Again, don't get me wrong, I'm glad he can't do any more harm, but I am still a bit uneasy with this story. Why? Why does something about this just sit wrong with me?
Once I was asked if I would ever have a gun in my house, and would I rather shoot someone or be shot. I'm posting this as a rhetorical question. Many have a quick answer to this. Others do not.
Can't Think of a Title
So one of the strongest forces in my life, who taught a class on How to Live, who showed me how to appreciate the bugs on the flowers, how to walk backwards with a mirror so that you only see what is in the mirror (focus and attention), how to meditate about my own funeral so that when the time comes, there are no surprises, and many, many other amazing life experiences, has passed. Sharon, thankfully we had time and I was able to tell you and show you many times how much I appreciated your presence in my life. You showed me a great light in my darkness.
Last Thursday I was given the gift of a meditation class during work hours. (Jenny, you really are amazing.) What this class did for me was make me cry almost immediately. Here's the story.
A week ago I met Lou. He is a man from my church whom I had never met before last Friday. He has lung cancer and pneumonia and needed some meals. I brought him some soup and a few other edibles. I've either visited with him or talked to him on the phone every day since then. I've sat with him a number of times to cheer him up and give him hope and my kids, I hope, have also helped with that. I told him about Sharon, and he said he'd heard of her but wasn't sure if he had met her. I told him it would be great for the two of them to talk, but I knew she wasn't doing very well. I sent her an email about him, knowing there might not be a response. Then she passed. On Friday I was at Lou's house and he asked me what was going on with Sharon. I told him she passed and he said he felt like something had happened the day before. Wow.
So back to the meditation- what came out of this amazing hour was tears, because what I realized during this intentional time is that I am trying to be for Lou what Sharon was for me. A great light in his darkness. Wow again.
A common friend told me last night that I have changed his life. I know he's changed mine. Thanks for letting me in your life, Lou.
Peace to all who suffer.
Last Thursday I was given the gift of a meditation class during work hours. (Jenny, you really are amazing.) What this class did for me was make me cry almost immediately. Here's the story.
A week ago I met Lou. He is a man from my church whom I had never met before last Friday. He has lung cancer and pneumonia and needed some meals. I brought him some soup and a few other edibles. I've either visited with him or talked to him on the phone every day since then. I've sat with him a number of times to cheer him up and give him hope and my kids, I hope, have also helped with that. I told him about Sharon, and he said he'd heard of her but wasn't sure if he had met her. I told him it would be great for the two of them to talk, but I knew she wasn't doing very well. I sent her an email about him, knowing there might not be a response. Then she passed. On Friday I was at Lou's house and he asked me what was going on with Sharon. I told him she passed and he said he felt like something had happened the day before. Wow.
So back to the meditation- what came out of this amazing hour was tears, because what I realized during this intentional time is that I am trying to be for Lou what Sharon was for me. A great light in his darkness. Wow again.
A common friend told me last night that I have changed his life. I know he's changed mine. Thanks for letting me in your life, Lou.
Peace to all who suffer.
Can't Think of a Title
So one of the strongest forces in my life, who taught a class on How to Live, who showed me how to appreciate the bugs on the flowers, how to walk backwards with a mirror so that you only see what is in the mirror (focus and attention), how to meditate about my own funeral so that when the time comes, there are no surprises, and many, many other amazing life experiences, has passed. Sharon, thankfully we had time and I was able to tell you and show you many times how much I appreciated your presence in my life. You showed me a great light in my darkness.
Last Thursday I was given the gift of a meditation class during work hours. (Jenny, you really are amazing.) What this class did for me was make me cry almost immediately. Here's the story.
A week ago I met Lou. He is a man from my church whom I had never met before last Friday. He has lung cancer and pneumonia and needed some meals. I brought him some soup and a few other edibles. I've either visited with him or talked to him on the phone every day since then. I've sat with him a number of times to cheer him up and give him hope and my kids, I hope, have also helped with that. I told him about Sharon, and he said he'd heard of her but wasn't sure if he had met her. I told him it would be great for the two of them to talk, but I knew she wasn't doing very well. I sent her an email about him, knowing there might not be a response. Then she passed. On Friday I was at Lou's house and he asked me what was going on with Sharon. I told him she passed and he said he felt like something had happened the day before. Wow.
So back to the meditation- what came out of this amazing hour was tears, because what I realized during this intentional time is that I am trying to be for Lou what Sharon was for me. A great light in his darkness. Wow again.
A common friend told me last night that I have changed his life. I know he's changed mine. Thanks for letting me in your life, Lou.
Peace to all who suffer.
Last Thursday I was given the gift of a meditation class during work hours. (Jenny, you really are amazing.) What this class did for me was make me cry almost immediately. Here's the story.
A week ago I met Lou. He is a man from my church whom I had never met before last Friday. He has lung cancer and pneumonia and needed some meals. I brought him some soup and a few other edibles. I've either visited with him or talked to him on the phone every day since then. I've sat with him a number of times to cheer him up and give him hope and my kids, I hope, have also helped with that. I told him about Sharon, and he said he'd heard of her but wasn't sure if he had met her. I told him it would be great for the two of them to talk, but I knew she wasn't doing very well. I sent her an email about him, knowing there might not be a response. Then she passed. On Friday I was at Lou's house and he asked me what was going on with Sharon. I told him she passed and he said he felt like something had happened the day before. Wow.
So back to the meditation- what came out of this amazing hour was tears, because what I realized during this intentional time is that I am trying to be for Lou what Sharon was for me. A great light in his darkness. Wow again.
A common friend told me last night that I have changed his life. I know he's changed mine. Thanks for letting me in your life, Lou.
Peace to all who suffer.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Saturday, April 23, 2011
I Hate Cancer
Would someone please find a cure for cancer? I thought I would do it when I went away to college, but turns out it wasn't my forte', so I drew pictures of human anatomy that would hopefully educate someone else to help them find a cure.
I recently lost an old college friend to brain cancer. Yesterday I met a man from church, whom I didn't recognize (although he said he recognized me), who has cancer, and the woman who helped me change my life and how I live it has been fighting multiple myeloma for about ten years. Her fight is getting harder and harder each day and I hate that anyone needs to be in pain and must suffer with these awful things. Talking to someone who knows they are close to death is interesting because even though I'm not sick (as far as I know), my day could be tomorrow, next Thursday or next week. The only difference is that those that are sick are pretty sure their illness is what is going change their path here on Earth.
So, since none of us really know when our time will come, remember what's important in life. Be nice to people. SMILE. Share. Love. Laugh a lot. Laugh some more and then keep laughing until you can't laugh any more. SMILE. Help others. Give to others. and then Laugh again.
I Love you, Sharon. Please find peace where you are.
I recently lost an old college friend to brain cancer. Yesterday I met a man from church, whom I didn't recognize (although he said he recognized me), who has cancer, and the woman who helped me change my life and how I live it has been fighting multiple myeloma for about ten years. Her fight is getting harder and harder each day and I hate that anyone needs to be in pain and must suffer with these awful things. Talking to someone who knows they are close to death is interesting because even though I'm not sick (as far as I know), my day could be tomorrow, next Thursday or next week. The only difference is that those that are sick are pretty sure their illness is what is going change their path here on Earth.
So, since none of us really know when our time will come, remember what's important in life. Be nice to people. SMILE. Share. Love. Laugh a lot. Laugh some more and then keep laughing until you can't laugh any more. SMILE. Help others. Give to others. and then Laugh again.
I Love you, Sharon. Please find peace where you are.
I Hate Cancer
Would someone please find a cure for cancer? I thought I would do it when I went away to college, but turns out it wasn't my forte', so I drew pictures of human anatomy that would hopefully educate someone else to help them find a cure.
I recently lost an old college friend to brain cancer. Yesterday I met a man from church, whom I didn't recognize (although he said he recognized me), who has cancer, and the woman who helped me change my life and how I live it has been fighting multiple myeloma for about ten years. Her fight is getting harder and harder each day and I hate that anyone needs to be in pain and must suffer with these awful things. Talking to someone who knows they are close to death is interesting because even though I'm not sick (as far as I know), my day could be tomorrow, next Thursday or next week. The only difference is that those that are sick are pretty sure their illness is what is going change their path here on Earth.
So, since none of us really know when our time will come, remember what's important in life. Be nice to people. SMILE. Share. Love. Laugh a lot. Laugh some more and then keep laughing until you can't laugh any more. SMILE. Help others. Give to others. and then Laugh again.
I Love you, Sharon. Please find peace where you are.
I recently lost an old college friend to brain cancer. Yesterday I met a man from church, whom I didn't recognize (although he said he recognized me), who has cancer, and the woman who helped me change my life and how I live it has been fighting multiple myeloma for about ten years. Her fight is getting harder and harder each day and I hate that anyone needs to be in pain and must suffer with these awful things. Talking to someone who knows they are close to death is interesting because even though I'm not sick (as far as I know), my day could be tomorrow, next Thursday or next week. The only difference is that those that are sick are pretty sure their illness is what is going change their path here on Earth.
So, since none of us really know when our time will come, remember what's important in life. Be nice to people. SMILE. Share. Love. Laugh a lot. Laugh some more and then keep laughing until you can't laugh any more. SMILE. Help others. Give to others. and then Laugh again.
I Love you, Sharon. Please find peace where you are.
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Live. Love. Laugh.
**FYI- this is not an upbeat entry, as they usually are.**
Today on the way home from playing in the kitchen I saw a Hawk being attacked by three crows. I saw two motorcycles who had obviously been in a bad accident- on the back of a tow truck. There was only one person nearby, and he was sitting in the grass staring at the ground. Once again, these things are reminders that I should live life fully. There are so many things in life that can get us down if we let them. Be positive and look at all the greatness around us.
I took the kids to buy them each something today. We've been saying for a while now that we can't do a lot of things because we don't have a lot of money. Well, today Eva picked out earrings and Owen picked out a watch. I told them I bought them these things for no reason at all because we should live life having as much fun as we possibly can, because we never know when we'll be called to Heaven.
One of my very best college buddies passed a week ago to brain cancer. Tonight I read letters that his wife and two daughters wrote to him- saying goodbye to him. I also watched a video his wife put together of photos and I just bawled my eyes out. He was a wonderful person. We did everything together in college, all day long. Why was it his time? Everything happens for a reason, right? I'm thankful that they all had a chance to say goodbye, as some do not.
Anyway, remember to Live, Love, Laugh, Hug, Smile, Give and Receive Gracefully. We never know when it will be our time.
Peace to the Bryan family and others who have lost loved ones.
Live. Love. Laugh.
**FYI- this is not an upbeat entry, as they usually are.**
Today on the way home from playing in the kitchen I saw a Hawk being attacked by three crows. I saw two motorcycles who had obviously been in a bad accident- on the back of a tow truck. There was only one person nearby, and he was sitting in the grass staring at the ground. Once again, these things are reminders that I should live life fully. There are so many things in life that can get us down if we let them. Be positive and look at all the greatness around us.
I took the kids to buy them each something today. We've been saying for a while now that we can't do a lot of things because we don't have a lot of money. Well, today Eva picked out earrings and Owen picked out a watch. I told them I bought them these things for no reason at all because we should live life having as much fun as we possibly can, because we never know when we'll be called to Heaven.
One of my very best college buddies passed a week ago to brain cancer. Tonight I read letters that his wife and two daughters wrote to him- saying goodbye to him. I also watched a video his wife put together of photos and I just bawled my eyes out. He was a wonderful person. We did everything together in college, all day long. Why was it his time? Everything happens for a reason, right? I'm thankful that they all had a chance to say goodbye, as some do not.
Anyway, remember to Live, Love, Laugh, Hug, Smile, Give and Receive Gracefully. We never know when it will be our time.
Peace to the Bryan family and others who have lost loved ones.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Peace
The world lost another wonderful person to brain cancer today. May my college friend's wife and two daughters be at peace today and the days ahead. Bryan is finally at peace after months of a really tough fight. I love you, Bryan!!
Peace
The world lost another wonderful person to brain cancer today. May my college friend's wife and two daughters be at peace today and the days ahead. Bryan is finally at peace after months of a really tough fight. I love you, Bryan!!
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Day Two
Today I gave the gift of joy and privilege of being a grandparent- in person. Dropped the kids off with my mom and dad for a week so they could spoil them and love them and enjoy them. Have a blast, Mom and Dad!
Day Two
Today I gave the gift of joy and privilege of being a grandparent- in person. Dropped the kids off with my mom and dad for a week so they could spoil them and love them and enjoy them. Have a blast, Mom and Dad!
Friday, April 1, 2011
29 Days of Giving
So at the place where I go and cook every day, we are all participating in THE 29 DAYS OF GIVING. We are giving something every day for 29 days and today was the first day. (In the time it's taken me to write that first sentence I have received two phonecalls, one for a donation for Children's Cancer and one for donations for Women and Children of Domestic Violence. I have supported them in the past and find it interesting that I got BOTH calls just now.)
OK. So two days ago I gave. I don't usually go out of my way to give things to strangers, but driving in to work at 5:45am, in the dark, I saw a man picking through a trash can outside a store on West Paces Ferry. Without hesitation or fear (which was different for me), I turned the car around so I could talk to him through the driver's side window and not the passenger's side. There was nobody else in sight. I rolled the window down and told him I didn't have anything else to give that morning, but if he was hungry I had a banana and handed it to him. He said, "Thank you. This banana is the most protein I'll eat today and what's more important is that you cared enough about me to turn your car around and come back. God Bless and I Love You." He waved as I drove away.
So I continued on to work. Crying.
OK. So two days ago I gave. I don't usually go out of my way to give things to strangers, but driving in to work at 5:45am, in the dark, I saw a man picking through a trash can outside a store on West Paces Ferry. Without hesitation or fear (which was different for me), I turned the car around so I could talk to him through the driver's side window and not the passenger's side. There was nobody else in sight. I rolled the window down and told him I didn't have anything else to give that morning, but if he was hungry I had a banana and handed it to him. He said, "Thank you. This banana is the most protein I'll eat today and what's more important is that you cared enough about me to turn your car around and come back. God Bless and I Love You." He waved as I drove away.
So I continued on to work. Crying.
29 Days of Giving
So at the place where I go and cook every day, we are all participating in THE 29 DAYS OF GIVING. We are giving something every day for 29 days and today was the first day. (In the time it's taken me to write that first sentence I have received two phonecalls, one for a donation for Children's Cancer and one for donations for Women and Children of Domestic Violence. I have supported them in the past and find it interesting that I got BOTH calls just now.)
OK. So two days ago I gave. I don't usually go out of my way to give things to strangers, but driving in to work at 5:45am, in the dark, I saw a man picking through a trash can outside a store on West Paces Ferry. Without hesitation or fear (which was different for me), I turned the car around so I could talk to him through the driver's side window and not the passenger's side. There was nobody else in sight. I rolled the window down and told him I didn't have anything else to give that morning, but if he was hungry I had a banana and handed it to him. He said, "Thank you. This banana is the most protein I'll eat today and what's more important is that you cared enough about me to turn your car around and come back. God Bless and I Love You." He waved as I drove away.
So I continued on to work. Crying.
OK. So two days ago I gave. I don't usually go out of my way to give things to strangers, but driving in to work at 5:45am, in the dark, I saw a man picking through a trash can outside a store on West Paces Ferry. Without hesitation or fear (which was different for me), I turned the car around so I could talk to him through the driver's side window and not the passenger's side. There was nobody else in sight. I rolled the window down and told him I didn't have anything else to give that morning, but if he was hungry I had a banana and handed it to him. He said, "Thank you. This banana is the most protein I'll eat today and what's more important is that you cared enough about me to turn your car around and come back. God Bless and I Love You." He waved as I drove away.
So I continued on to work. Crying.
Sunday, March 27, 2011
One Year Anniversary
Today is the ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of my new path. One year ago, with the support of my family, friends and co-workers, I was off on a new path that was completely unclear to me. Here I am one year later with a Diploma in Culinary Skills and a wonderfully fun job playing in a kitchen where I can see new people every day, greet our regular customers and create yummy things for them to eat.
A GIGANTIC THANK YOU goes out to my amazingly supportive husband, Jason.. and also to my good friend Sharon Parisi for leading a Sunday School class that made me realize if I had a year to live I would not want to live the way I was currently living. Sharon, you know you have been an amazing inspiration to me. I wish you peace and comfort and all the hugs I can send your way.
Thank you to everyone else- even though many of you thought we were crazy and worried about us as we made some really insane and conscious decisions to take the tough road instead of the well-paved one. I knew it would all work out and it has. Thanks for sticking with us and supporting us in many, many ways.
Thank you and I love you all!!!
Peace,
Sue
A GIGANTIC THANK YOU goes out to my amazingly supportive husband, Jason.. and also to my good friend Sharon Parisi for leading a Sunday School class that made me realize if I had a year to live I would not want to live the way I was currently living. Sharon, you know you have been an amazing inspiration to me. I wish you peace and comfort and all the hugs I can send your way.
Thank you to everyone else- even though many of you thought we were crazy and worried about us as we made some really insane and conscious decisions to take the tough road instead of the well-paved one. I knew it would all work out and it has. Thanks for sticking with us and supporting us in many, many ways.
Thank you and I love you all!!!
Peace,
Sue
One Year Anniversary
Today is the ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of my new path. One year ago, with the support of my family, friends and co-workers, I was off on a new path that was completely unclear to me. Here I am one year later with a Diploma in Culinary Skills and a wonderfully fun job playing in a kitchen where I can see new people every day, greet our regular customers and create yummy things for them to eat.
A GIGANTIC THANK YOU goes out to my amazingly supportive husband, Jason.. and also to my good friend Sharon Parisi for leading a Sunday School class that made me realize if I had a year to live I would not want to live the way I was currently living. Sharon, you know you have been an amazing inspiration to me. I wish you peace and comfort and all the hugs I can send your way.
Thank you to everyone else- even though many of you thought we were crazy and worried about us as we made some really insane and conscious decisions to take the tough road instead of the well-paved one. I knew it would all work out and it has. Thanks for sticking with us and supporting us in many, many ways.
Thank you and I love you all!!!
Peace,
Sue
A GIGANTIC THANK YOU goes out to my amazingly supportive husband, Jason.. and also to my good friend Sharon Parisi for leading a Sunday School class that made me realize if I had a year to live I would not want to live the way I was currently living. Sharon, you know you have been an amazing inspiration to me. I wish you peace and comfort and all the hugs I can send your way.
Thank you to everyone else- even though many of you thought we were crazy and worried about us as we made some really insane and conscious decisions to take the tough road instead of the well-paved one. I knew it would all work out and it has. Thanks for sticking with us and supporting us in many, many ways.
Thank you and I love you all!!!
Peace,
Sue
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Dream and Do It. DO IT!
A friend of mine recently began a new path in his life. He knew he needed a change but didn't know what he wanted to do. Sort of close to retirement, he was given a package when his company was acquired. This was the best thing that could have ever happened to him.
He was telling me that he was seeing my Hawk, and I told him that was HIS Hawk. Every week has another Hawk story for me. I love it.
If you are not happy where you are- in life, work or wherever you are, find your Hawk and make changes so that you can be HAPPY. You'll never know what you can do if you don't try.
He was telling me that he was seeing my Hawk, and I told him that was HIS Hawk. Every week has another Hawk story for me. I love it.
If you are not happy where you are- in life, work or wherever you are, find your Hawk and make changes so that you can be HAPPY. You'll never know what you can do if you don't try.
Dream and Do It. DO IT!
A friend of mine recently began a new path in his life. He knew he needed a change but didn't know what he wanted to do. Sort of close to retirement, he was given a package when his company was acquired. This was the best thing that could have ever happened to him.
He was telling me that he was seeing my Hawk, and I told him that was HIS Hawk. Every week has another Hawk story for me. I love it.
If you are not happy where you are- in life, work or wherever you are, find your Hawk and make changes so that you can be HAPPY. You'll never know what you can do if you don't try.
He was telling me that he was seeing my Hawk, and I told him that was HIS Hawk. Every week has another Hawk story for me. I love it.
If you are not happy where you are- in life, work or wherever you are, find your Hawk and make changes so that you can be HAPPY. You'll never know what you can do if you don't try.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Thank You, Jenny
Jenny, thanks for giving me the chance to show you what I can do... I enjoy every single minute in the Cafe and look forward to many, many more!
Thank You, Jenny
Jenny, thanks for giving me the chance to show you what I can do... I enjoy every single minute in the Cafe and look forward to many, many more!
Wonderful People
So just tonight I got my Diploma in the mail. Yup. Three months later, but who needed that piece of paper, anyway. (I never did anything with my first College Degree Diplomas, but since this was a gutsy and life changing one, you KNOW I'm framing and hanging this one.
Anyway, a fellow classmate and friend gave me a shout out in a blog she's working on, and another friend found an article about Cafe Jonah. Check them out. So happy to see I could help others....
http://buckhead.patch.com/articles/beguiling-breakfast-at-cafe-jonah
and check out the March 8th entry here
http://www.tasteandsavor.com/blog.html
Thank you, JShab, Chef Nancy and Lea for the support in electronic form!! You are all awesome!
Anyway, a fellow classmate and friend gave me a shout out in a blog she's working on, and another friend found an article about Cafe Jonah. Check them out. So happy to see I could help others....
http://buckhead.patch.com/articles/beguiling-breakfast-at-cafe-jonah
and check out the March 8th entry here
http://www.tasteandsavor.com/blog.html
Thank you, JShab, Chef Nancy and Lea for the support in electronic form!! You are all awesome!
Wonderful People
So just tonight I got my Diploma in the mail. Yup. Three months later, but who needed that piece of paper, anyway. (I never did anything with my first College Degree Diplomas, but since this was a gutsy and life changing one, you KNOW I'm framing and hanging this one.
Anyway, a fellow classmate and friend gave me a shout out in a blog she's working on, and another friend found an article about Cafe Jonah. Check them out. So happy to see I could help others....
http://buckhead.patch.com/articles/beguiling-breakfast-at-cafe-jonah
and check out the March 8th entry here
http://www.tasteandsavor.com/blog.html
Thank you, JShab, Chef Nancy and Lea for the support in electronic form!! You are all awesome!
Anyway, a fellow classmate and friend gave me a shout out in a blog she's working on, and another friend found an article about Cafe Jonah. Check them out. So happy to see I could help others....
http://buckhead.patch.com/articles/beguiling-breakfast-at-cafe-jonah
and check out the March 8th entry here
http://www.tasteandsavor.com/blog.html
Thank you, JShab, Chef Nancy and Lea for the support in electronic form!! You are all awesome!
Saturday, February 26, 2011
So fulfilled. So tired.
And today ends the second week of Cafe Jonah's soft opening. Today was DAY EIGHT and we were pretty darn busy today! I love my job and get a real sense of fulfillment from it. Happy to be here. Jenny, you are awesome!
So fulfilled. So tired.
And today ends the second week of Cafe Jonah's soft opening. Today was DAY EIGHT and we were pretty darn busy today! I love my job and get a real sense of fulfillment from it. Happy to be here. Jenny, you are awesome!
Friday, February 18, 2011
The First Three Days
Cafe Jonah is awesome. A great place to have a relaxing and delicious bite to eat. Fruit salad, Baked goodies, Salads, Sandwiches, and so many other things. Today I made the quiche and tomorrow's Savory Strata and Breakfast sandwich of the day. You'll have to come by to see what they are and to have some! Here are a few pictures. Jason created the logo. Nice work, huh?
The First Three Days
Cafe Jonah is awesome. A great place to have a relaxing and delicious bite to eat. Fruit salad, Baked goodies, Salads, Sandwiches, and so many other things. Today I made the quiche and tomorrow's Savory Strata and Breakfast sandwich of the day. You'll have to come by to see what they are and to have some! Here are a few pictures. Jason created the logo. Nice work, huh?
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
12 Days?
Has it really been 12 days since my last posting? To the Anonymous Person who left a message about the Hawk Totem, if you can give me some more explanation about the quote you chose to share, I'd appreciate it. I am not sure how to "read" that quote.
I started my job at Cafe Jonah today and it was awesome. I look forward to another fun and fulfilling day tomorrow, so I must go to sleep now. 5:00am rolls around fast these days.
I started my job at Cafe Jonah today and it was awesome. I look forward to another fun and fulfilling day tomorrow, so I must go to sleep now. 5:00am rolls around fast these days.
12 Days?
Has it really been 12 days since my last posting? To the Anonymous Person who left a message about the Hawk Totem, if you can give me some more explanation about the quote you chose to share, I'd appreciate it. I am not sure how to "read" that quote.
I started my job at Cafe Jonah today and it was awesome. I look forward to another fun and fulfilling day tomorrow, so I must go to sleep now. 5:00am rolls around fast these days.
I started my job at Cafe Jonah today and it was awesome. I look forward to another fun and fulfilling day tomorrow, so I must go to sleep now. 5:00am rolls around fast these days.
Friday, February 4, 2011
...He's With Me
While working on the 7th floor of a glass building this week, I noticed a Hawk flying around outside one of the windows. About an hour later, a man said, "Hey- that Hawk is really circling around. He's been here all morning." In my head I thought, in a quiet, whipser voice..."yeah, he's with me."
...He's With Me
While working on the 7th floor of a glass building this week, I noticed a Hawk flying around outside one of the windows. About an hour later, a man said, "Hey- that Hawk is really circling around. He's been here all morning." In my head I thought, in a quiet, whipser voice..."yeah, he's with me."
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
The Cancer Wellness Center
Today I helped Chef Nancy Waldeck prepare for a dessert party. With her wonderfully healthy and delicious recipes I baked about 220 mini carrot cake cupcakes and 48 full-sized chocolate cupcakes. She made lunch for us that was just amazing- a salad with a guacamole that was perfect. Smooth, spicy, cheesey, (yes, cheesey) and yum!!.
Nancy is a wonderful person. Please check out her web site, where there is also a link to her blog. She also just came out with a new cookbook that's selling like hot cakes.
www.tasteandsavor.com
Thanks for a wonderful day, Nancy. I look forward to more of these days with you.
Nancy is a wonderful person. Please check out her web site, where there is also a link to her blog. She also just came out with a new cookbook that's selling like hot cakes.
www.tasteandsavor.com
Thanks for a wonderful day, Nancy. I look forward to more of these days with you.
The Cancer Wellness Center
Today I helped Chef Nancy Waldeck prepare for a dessert party. With her wonderfully healthy and delicious recipes I baked about 220 mini carrot cake cupcakes and 48 full-sized chocolate cupcakes. She made lunch for us that was just amazing- a salad with a guacamole that was perfect. Smooth, spicy, cheesey, (yes, cheesey) and yum!!.
Nancy is a wonderful person. Please check out her web site, where there is also a link to her blog. She also just came out with a new cookbook that's selling like hot cakes.
www.tasteandsavor.com
Thanks for a wonderful day, Nancy. I look forward to more of these days with you.
Nancy is a wonderful person. Please check out her web site, where there is also a link to her blog. She also just came out with a new cookbook that's selling like hot cakes.
www.tasteandsavor.com
Thanks for a wonderful day, Nancy. I look forward to more of these days with you.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Four Hundred and Seventy Dollars
Soup for Emmaus collected bags and bags of canned goods as well as $470! I got a wish list from the Emmaus House pantry coordinator and was able to purchase a ton of food that they need. Here's what $470 can get you:!
20 boxes of grits
20 boxes of oatmeal
24 boxes of powdered milk
31 boxes of cereal
32 bags of rice
20 boxes of rice mixes
10 jars of peanut butter
18 jars of pasta sauce
320 individual juice boxes
A special thanks to Ralph, who will help me haul all of these bags of food down to Emmaus House.
The generosity of St. Cat's never ceases to amaze me.
20 boxes of grits
20 boxes of oatmeal
24 boxes of powdered milk
31 boxes of cereal
32 bags of rice
20 boxes of rice mixes
10 jars of peanut butter
18 jars of pasta sauce
320 individual juice boxes
A special thanks to Ralph, who will help me haul all of these bags of food down to Emmaus House.
The generosity of St. Cat's never ceases to amaze me.
Four Hundred and Seventy Dollars
Soup for Emmaus collected bags and bags of canned goods as well as $470! I got a wish list from the Emmaus House pantry coordinator and was able to purchase a ton of food that they need. Here's what $470 can get you:!
20 boxes of grits
20 boxes of oatmeal
24 boxes of powdered milk
31 boxes of cereal
32 bags of rice
20 boxes of rice mixes
10 jars of peanut butter
18 jars of pasta sauce
320 individual juice boxes
A special thanks to Ralph, who will help me haul all of these bags of food down to Emmaus House.
The generosity of St. Cat's never ceases to amaze me.
20 boxes of grits
20 boxes of oatmeal
24 boxes of powdered milk
31 boxes of cereal
32 bags of rice
20 boxes of rice mixes
10 jars of peanut butter
18 jars of pasta sauce
320 individual juice boxes
A special thanks to Ralph, who will help me haul all of these bags of food down to Emmaus House.
The generosity of St. Cat's never ceases to amaze me.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Soup. Soup. Soup.
This morning I worked in the kitchen with Linda (my MIL) and Ralph, a friend, and passed Peter as he left bowls of carrots and celery ready for me. We made tons of soup. A pot of roasted chicken and pasta (I made the stock from the bones of the chickens), a creamy tomato basil and a ham and white bean and spinach. Yesterday I made the ham stock with a big ol' slab of bacon hock and I can't wait to taste the soup tomorrow.
What an enjoyable morning. It's amazing how much food you can make for a lot of people with a few extra hands and some giant soup pots. Thanks for your help, everyone. I can't wait for tomorrow!!
Sue
What an enjoyable morning. It's amazing how much food you can make for a lot of people with a few extra hands and some giant soup pots. Thanks for your help, everyone. I can't wait for tomorrow!!
Sue
Soup. Soup. Soup.
This morning I worked in the kitchen with Linda (my MIL) and Ralph, a friend, and passed Peter as he left bowls of carrots and celery ready for me. We made tons of soup. A pot of roasted chicken and pasta (I made the stock from the bones of the chickens), a creamy tomato basil and a ham and white bean and spinach. Yesterday I made the ham stock with a big ol' slab of bacon hock and I can't wait to taste the soup tomorrow.
What an enjoyable morning. It's amazing how much food you can make for a lot of people with a few extra hands and some giant soup pots. Thanks for your help, everyone. I can't wait for tomorrow!!
Sue
What an enjoyable morning. It's amazing how much food you can make for a lot of people with a few extra hands and some giant soup pots. Thanks for your help, everyone. I can't wait for tomorrow!!
Sue
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
The Hawk, Revisited
It's been weeks since I've seen a hawk. Oftentimes I think I see one, and it's just another one of those giant black crow things. Yesterday I was on my way to Coffee Training-(for my new job which I will post about when I start), and a hawk flew right in front of and over my car. Thank you for the symbolism of courage, Hawk. I've missed you.
Also yesterday I saw a gentleman at the Farmer's Market in the aisle next to me, purchasing a lot of meat. On the back of his jacket was the name of an International Organization, with whom I have corresponded with regarding Cooking Classes. I spoke with a man well before Christmas, and turns out they have guest chefs teach cooking classes. Just for fun I thought I'd see if this was the same man I had corresponded with in the past. Crazy. It was. We shook hands, chatted a bit, and once again I was reminded that THERE ARE NO COINCIDENCES. I took the chance, introduced myself to a stranger, and he was not a stranger.
As I left the Farmer's Market, my car battery was dead. I was reminded again that I am not in control. My wonderful family came to rescue me, and magical husband had a new battery in my car before bed. Thanks, Love.
Also yesterday I saw a gentleman at the Farmer's Market in the aisle next to me, purchasing a lot of meat. On the back of his jacket was the name of an International Organization, with whom I have corresponded with regarding Cooking Classes. I spoke with a man well before Christmas, and turns out they have guest chefs teach cooking classes. Just for fun I thought I'd see if this was the same man I had corresponded with in the past. Crazy. It was. We shook hands, chatted a bit, and once again I was reminded that THERE ARE NO COINCIDENCES. I took the chance, introduced myself to a stranger, and he was not a stranger.
As I left the Farmer's Market, my car battery was dead. I was reminded again that I am not in control. My wonderful family came to rescue me, and magical husband had a new battery in my car before bed. Thanks, Love.
The Hawk, Revisited
It's been weeks since I've seen a hawk. Oftentimes I think I see one, and it's just another one of those giant black crow things. Yesterday I was on my way to Coffee Training-(for my new job which I will post about when I start), and a hawk flew right in front of and over my car. Thank you for the symbolism of courage, Hawk. I've missed you.
Also yesterday I saw a gentleman at the Farmer's Market in the aisle next to me, purchasing a lot of meat. On the back of his jacket was the name of an International Organization, with whom I have corresponded with regarding Cooking Classes. I spoke with a man well before Christmas, and turns out they have guest chefs teach cooking classes. Just for fun I thought I'd see if this was the same man I had corresponded with in the past. Crazy. It was. We shook hands, chatted a bit, and once again I was reminded that THERE ARE NO COINCIDENCES. I took the chance, introduced myself to a stranger, and he was not a stranger.
As I left the Farmer's Market, my car battery was dead. I was reminded again that I am not in control. My wonderful family came to rescue me, and magical husband had a new battery in my car before bed. Thanks, Love.
Also yesterday I saw a gentleman at the Farmer's Market in the aisle next to me, purchasing a lot of meat. On the back of his jacket was the name of an International Organization, with whom I have corresponded with regarding Cooking Classes. I spoke with a man well before Christmas, and turns out they have guest chefs teach cooking classes. Just for fun I thought I'd see if this was the same man I had corresponded with in the past. Crazy. It was. We shook hands, chatted a bit, and once again I was reminded that THERE ARE NO COINCIDENCES. I took the chance, introduced myself to a stranger, and he was not a stranger.
As I left the Farmer's Market, my car battery was dead. I was reminded again that I am not in control. My wonderful family came to rescue me, and magical husband had a new battery in my car before bed. Thanks, Love.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
P.O.S.
Positively Outrageous Service by T. Scott Gross. My brother sent me this book. He's in charge of hiring for a large organization of pilots (name withheld) and he ordered one of these books for each pilot. He thought I'd like it and so far it's great! I've always been BIG into Customer Service, whether it was waiting tables in college, dental assisting or working for the Medical Animation/Illustration company, I pride myself in Fabulous Customer Service. I'm sure there's a lot to learn.
http://www.amazon.com/Positively-Outrageous-Service-Scott-Gross/dp/0446394688
http://www.amazon.com/Positively-Outrageous-Service-Scott-Gross/dp/0446394688
P.O.S.
Positively Outrageous Service by T. Scott Gross. My brother sent me this book. He's in charge of hiring for a large organization of pilots (name withheld) and he ordered one of these books for each pilot. He thought I'd like it and so far it's great! I've always been BIG into Customer Service, whether it was waiting tables in college, dental assisting or working for the Medical Animation/Illustration company, I pride myself in Fabulous Customer Service. I'm sure there's a lot to learn.
http://www.amazon.com/Positively-Outrageous-Service-Scott-Gross/dp/0446394688
http://www.amazon.com/Positively-Outrageous-Service-Scott-Gross/dp/0446394688
New Fruity 'Nola
This next batch of Fruity 'Nola will have a different variety of fruit, as availability changes. This one will include cranberries, raisins, cherries and blueberries. YUM-O!
New Fruity 'Nola
This next batch of Fruity 'Nola will have a different variety of fruit, as availability changes. This one will include cranberries, raisins, cherries and blueberries. YUM-O!
Friday, January 7, 2011
Another 'Nola Bake...
Let me know if you'd like some 'Nola. I'll be baking next week.
12oz. bags are $7.50.
I think I'll be updating my web site as well, so orders can be placed online, paid for and shipped.
Another 'Nola Bake...
Let me know if you'd like some 'Nola. I'll be baking next week.
12oz. bags are $7.50.
I think I'll be updating my web site as well, so orders can be placed online, paid for and shipped.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
YUMMY BREAD!!!
The Fat Lady Baker is going to provide the fresh bread for my Soup for Emmaus. So glad to have you a part of this day, Nancy!!
http://www.fatladybaker.com
http://www.fatladybaker.com
YUMMY BREAD!!!
The Fat Lady Baker is going to provide the fresh bread for my Soup for Emmaus. So glad to have you a part of this day, Nancy!!
http://www.fatladybaker.com
http://www.fatladybaker.com
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
For our Friends in Atlanta
I did some thinking last year and wondered how I could cook to help others. Here’s what I came up with. Please join us.
SOUP FOR EMMAUS
Three Soups. Three Breads.
Saturday, January 22, 2011 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, Parish Hall
571 Holt Road, Marietta, GA 30068
Come. Sit. Eat. Talk. Reflect. GIVE.
Tickets are $4 per person to cover the cost of food. You can buy a ticket ahead of time or RSVP to me so we have a head count. yummy@leafandloaf.com
Please bring canned food donations or a monetary donation (which will be used to purchase needed items) All proceeds go to Emmaus House. http://www.emmaushouse.org/
SOUP FOR EMMAUS
Three Soups. Three Breads.
Saturday, January 22, 2011 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, Parish Hall
571 Holt Road, Marietta, GA 30068
Come. Sit. Eat. Talk. Reflect. GIVE.
Tickets are $4 per person to cover the cost of food. You can buy a ticket ahead of time or RSVP to me so we have a head count. yummy@leafandloaf.com
Please bring canned food donations or a monetary donation (which will be used to purchase needed items) All proceeds go to Emmaus House. http://www.emmaushouse.org/
For our Friends in Atlanta
I did some thinking last year and wondered how I could cook to help others. Here’s what I came up with. Please join us.
SOUP FOR EMMAUS
Three Soups. Three Breads.
Saturday, January 22, 2011 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, Parish Hall
571 Holt Road, Marietta, GA 30068
Come. Sit. Eat. Talk. Reflect. GIVE.
Tickets are $4 per person to cover the cost of food. You can buy a ticket ahead of time or RSVP to me so we have a head count. yummy@leafandloaf.com
Please bring canned food donations or a monetary donation (which will be used to purchase needed items) All proceeds go to Emmaus House. http://www.emmaushouse.org/
SOUP FOR EMMAUS
Three Soups. Three Breads.
Saturday, January 22, 2011 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, Parish Hall
571 Holt Road, Marietta, GA 30068
Come. Sit. Eat. Talk. Reflect. GIVE.
Tickets are $4 per person to cover the cost of food. You can buy a ticket ahead of time or RSVP to me so we have a head count. yummy@leafandloaf.com
Please bring canned food donations or a monetary donation (which will be used to purchase needed items) All proceeds go to Emmaus House. http://www.emmaushouse.org/
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Here I come, 2011
Our New Year's Day Chili Open House was wonderful. Not much chili left at the end of the day, which was amazing to me since I thought I cooked enough for 90 people. We only had 48 adults and 15 kids, but some of those kids pounded some chili! So I just made a big pot of turkey noodle soup, and Jason came in from taking down the Christmas lights and said, "What? You're cooking again??". Yup. Got a family to feed... always cooking something.
Tonight we will create a Family Dream Board. My friend (and spiritual director deacon) Kathy told me about dream boards this time last year. I made one and it was really great to see what came to fruition already in one year. So we'll do one as a family tonight and we'll update it every New Year. Looking forward to what the kids will add....
Tonight we will create a Family Dream Board. My friend (and spiritual director deacon) Kathy told me about dream boards this time last year. I made one and it was really great to see what came to fruition already in one year. So we'll do one as a family tonight and we'll update it every New Year. Looking forward to what the kids will add....
Here I come, 2011
Our New Year's Day Chili Open House was wonderful. Not much chili left at the end of the day, which was amazing to me since I thought I cooked enough for 90 people. We only had 48 adults and 15 kids, but some of those kids pounded some chili! So I just made a big pot of turkey noodle soup, and Jason came in from taking down the Christmas lights and said, "What? You're cooking again??". Yup. Got a family to feed... always cooking something.
Tonight we will create a Family Dream Board. My friend (and spiritual director deacon) Kathy told me about dream boards this time last year. I made one and it was really great to see what came to fruition already in one year. So we'll do one as a family tonight and we'll update it every New Year. Looking forward to what the kids will add....
Tonight we will create a Family Dream Board. My friend (and spiritual director deacon) Kathy told me about dream boards this time last year. I made one and it was really great to see what came to fruition already in one year. So we'll do one as a family tonight and we'll update it every New Year. Looking forward to what the kids will add....
Summary of 2010
Wow. 2010 went by lightning fast. Here's what happened in 2010- that I can remember, anyway. I left my job of 16 years. Started and completed my degree in Culinary Skills from the International Culinary School at AIA. Catered a few jobs of my own. Helped Chef Hewett with his catering company. Started Leaf and Loaf, LLC... and became a granola baking machine. Sold 45 pounds of granola in my first go at it... with reorders and requests for another bake this month. Met sooo many great people and became closer to so many. Thank you to everyone- and you know who you are- who have made this past year possible. Thank you to my old bosses for giving me the support to "make a move"- I am forever grateful. I am so happy in this new life of mine, it's amazing.
Thank you, Jason, for "adapting" with me and all the changes we've thrown at one another and our family. But we made it through. We're a GREAT team and I couldn't have done any of this without you. i love you.
So... what will 2011 bring? Let's see!!!
Thank you, Jason, for "adapting" with me and all the changes we've thrown at one another and our family. But we made it through. We're a GREAT team and I couldn't have done any of this without you. i love you.
So... what will 2011 bring? Let's see!!!
Summary of 2010
Wow. 2010 went by lightning fast. Here's what happened in 2010- that I can remember, anyway. I left my job of 16 years. Started and completed my degree in Culinary Skills from the International Culinary School at AIA. Catered a few jobs of my own. Helped Chef Hewett with his catering company. Started Leaf and Loaf, LLC... and became a granola baking machine. Sold 45 pounds of granola in my first go at it... with reorders and requests for another bake this month. Met sooo many great people and became closer to so many. Thank you to everyone- and you know who you are- who have made this past year possible. Thank you to my old bosses for giving me the support to "make a move"- I am forever grateful. I am so happy in this new life of mine, it's amazing.
Thank you, Jason, for "adapting" with me and all the changes we've thrown at one another and our family. But we made it through. We're a GREAT team and I couldn't have done any of this without you. i love you.
So... what will 2011 bring? Let's see!!!
Thank you, Jason, for "adapting" with me and all the changes we've thrown at one another and our family. But we made it through. We're a GREAT team and I couldn't have done any of this without you. i love you.
So... what will 2011 bring? Let's see!!!
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