In this plate of food, I see the entire universe supporting my existence.

 

~ A Zen blessing

               As a single mother of six children ranging in age from 24 to 15, time is at a premium.  I decided long ago that shopping and cooking could be drudgery or they could be fun.  I chose fun!

               I’ve made a commitment to share my beliefs and inspirations about food.  I find solace from the less kind things in life when I cook for my family.  I meditate on future menus.  I reseach recipes as if they are gospel.  I lose myself in cookbooks and browse food blogs.

                Join me on a journey to seek joy in the daily preparation of food to nourish and bring pleasure to those around me.  Put on a little DMB, pour yourself a glass of wine.   Come cook with me and experience Zen cooking!

Molly, Andyy, and Austin

This is Molly, Andyy, and Austin (numbers 5, 4 and 1)

Elliot with Air Rescue

This is Elliot (number 3)

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This is Donovan (number 6)

and last but not least

Kaden and Mommy

This is Olivia (number 2) holding her number 1!

Vicki 1996

And this is a not at all current picture of me doing what I love – cooking for my family in my outdoor kitchen.