Mexican Street Corn (Elotes) INGREDIENTS 8 ears corn shucked 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese, divided (We did not have cotija cheese. It’s a hard cheese, and is similar to Parmesan. We used half Mexican Queso Blanco and half Parmesan. We felt like…
GiGi Blanket
There are times that a simple gesture can be overwhelmingly divine. Dear Adelaide, you are such a joy. At only three years old, you bring a depth of understanding and compassion displayed through generous hugs, comments, and expressions. As I began my crochet journey, I took the suggestion from a friend about using the opportunity…
Peach Cobbler
Oh my goodness! What joy to watch my beautiful Adelaide picking peaches in our backyard! This spring and summer our plants and trees have bloomed with the bounty of goodness! I’ve re-posted this recipe several times. It never fails to deliver, and even if you make mistakes like an extra cup of sugar, it is…
His light is Freedom
Compassion is the connection or covenant relationship between two equal partners. This definition of compassion was expressed in my audible book Tattoos on the Heart. This book was recommended and given as a gift by a friend at work. The work of Gregory Boyle will compel you to explore compassion, boundaries, and empathy. For twenty years, Gregory…
I Love Your Voice
The darkness is an interesting place to experience. Gazing up at the night sky, the vast darkness gives us the glorious opportunity to see the stars and the brightness of the moon. Adelaide still talks about how Ace (her grandfather), showed her the stars and named them while we were visiting a state park. Standing…
In the Still
Most of you are aware that our family is facing challenges that requires a lot of faith and trust. As we share our heartaches, you reach out. In the reaching out, a dear colleague and friend shared her inner soul work through poetry. I asked her if I could share and she said, “Yes, but…
Coffee and Milk Face Mask
My youngest has always loved to mix up ingredients and make a face mask. She asked if I would like to join her tonight for the mask that gave you “smooth, glowing skin”. Why not?! I wish I would have taken a picture of her in her Shrek ears headband and coffee/milk face. I was…
CREDO
Credo, by Valentina Parish Hebb, June, 2019 I believe in the power of song the way your emotions can pour out through your voice the way it moves people’s souls and brings back memories and makes them feel like they’re wildly alive the way your stomach feels full of trapped butterflies trying to escape right…
It only takes 10 minutes
I’m glad I went. Despite the obvious of what should be done or could be done, I went. The universe opened up into a string of occurrences that pointed me in the direction of risk, adventure, and vulnerability. It’s Mother’s Day. I know that this space would be better suited for an ode, advice, or…
Roasted Olives and Spicy Stuffed Clams from Lidia’s Italy
If you ever get the chance to watch Lidia’s Italy show on PBS, we highly recommend watching and trying her recipes. Roasted Olives with Orange and Rosemary Notes Big green Castelvetrano olives are delicious prepared this way, but any meaty olive will do well. Just change the baking time according to the size. These olives…
ARRESTED BY GRACE 