When Times Get Hard, You Can Find Me In The Kitchen.

I'm thankful that as I get older, I continue to learn more about myself. 

When life gets stressful and it seems like it's too much to bear, It's important to know what calms you- what brings you back to solid ground.  This week was stressful for me, but I was able to level out my nerves by getting myself in "my zone" .

I like cooking, especially new recipes and cooking for others.  Cooking is one of the things that gets me in "my zone".  This may seem strange to some, but everyone has their own "zone".  For you it may be running, reading, or gardening.  As long as you have something that will always calm you in those stressful moments. 

So, the other day, when my nerves were at their highest, I tried a new recipe.  Italian Shrimp Stew.  I got this recipe from a magazine while sitting under the dryer at the salon.  I added my own touch and some Oven Toasted Grill Cheese on the side- and magic happened.  I started out borderline migraine status and by the end of dinner I had a smile and a full belly. 

Making soup on a Thursday night doesn't seem very exciting to most, but for me, it was amazing!  Here's a picture of my lifesaver(at least for this week).   

I'm thankful that as I get older, I continue to learn more about myself. So, when times are hard- you can find me in the kitchen.  Where can I find you?

"What If....?"

I realized this week that I live my life with too many "What If's". 

Earlier this week my husband was complaining about a pain in his side.  Now, this did alarm me mainly because he never complains and is never sick.  He even set a doctor's appointment, so I knew then that he must be serious.  I immediately went into my "What If's".

By the end of the day, I had him in emergency surgery with a life-long ailment ( in my own mind, of course).  I worked myself up to the point that I could not function for the rest of the day.  Nonetheless, the doctors did what they do best, ran all the necessary test, and he is fine- no ailments. 

I made a vow to myself that I would work really really hard at eliminating all the "What If's" in my life.  I know this is cliche, but "Life is too short".  NO, IT REALLY IS!  I mean, look at me-I'm about to be 30 in 4 months.  I don't have time for "What If's".  That is all......