Over the last 3 weeks, I've been attempting to master every food that requires flour.
Mat turned 33 (he calls me a cradle robber; we're a month apart) last Sunday, so I spent several days preparing for his birthday dinner.
I bought him some bourbon for a signature maple old fashioned, made homemade alfredo sauce, @gardenbetty basil herb fettuccine, and a chocolate cake with dark chocolate ganache. Okay, I'm exxttrrraaa, I also love my husband.
During this time, we've tried to limit our grocery trips to about once a week. The truth of the matter is, we're fortunate, we have food. Maybe it's not always what we want to eat, but we will get by.
I had all of the pasta ingredients on hand.
I used a rolling pin and chef's knife to cut my fettuccine, but a pasta roller would minimize time and effort.
While those who are serious about their pasta may use '00' flour, all-purpose will work. Flours have different gluten-content which aids in the flexibility and tenderness of the pasta.
Making pasta does require some forethought and planning. However, pasta making is quite therapeutic and if you have the time (or little helpers) this could be a fun, rewarding, and delicious meal.
I used @gardenbetty recipe. Enjoy!
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There's a lot of information (& misinformation) circling these days about #COVID_19.
Whether you choose to act on the news or not, remember this- Flattening the curve is for the sake of our healthcare workers. Even if the "death rate" is low understand this... OUR HEALTHCARE FACILITIES ARE NOT EQUIPPED TO HANDLE THE MASS INFLUX OF COVID19 PATIENTS!
Outside of COVID, people still have heart attacks, pulmonary embolisms, asthma, break bones, get in car accidents, go into labor, and have other medical conditions or situations which may require intensive care.
If you are not an essential worker or business, your movement right now it not important.
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I probably will stay in my pjs most of the day.
I've taken full advantage of resting during this extended week of spring break. To me, resting looked like, going on walks, baking (& baking more), & 'yes' @netflix I'm still watching, calling friends and family, & allowing myself to grieve.
I, for one, needed life to slow down for a bit. Not ideal, but it's what I needed. Taking this weekend to celebrate my husband's bday.
What he doesn't know, I made homemade pasta & alfredo sauce for tomorrow 🤗
The next few weeks and months will be much different. As if this year hasn't shaken me enough, now our world is preparing for the best yet expecting the worse.
I'm a believer. I also listen to expert advice of those who understand the nature of this novel virus- its exponential growth and breadth of impact. For my family, this means staying home when we can while staying connected to my priorities remotely for now. I know everyone can't do that.
All of this has forced me to slow down. I think of my little brother daily. I miss him.
The stillness means I have been able to cook for my family again. I've read and decluttered. I've taught my VIPKIDs. They bring me joy. I've rode my bike. I've talked to my parents and older brother.
To some, this forced stillness may make you feel like you need to do more and be more.
For me, it's allowing to sweep up the shattered glass. There will always be fragments left behind. Some days I'll come across rogue specks and remember the brokenness.
Overtime, those specks get smaller. Some days, come across a larger fragment that may have slide under a counter reminding me of the heartbreak. Overtime, those get smaller and smaller.
Today, I'm doing okay. ❤
2019 was filled with uncertainty of my brother's disease. This year, I struggled with the loneliness of being a LEO wife and a fulltime student.
It took the better portion of the year for me to accept this season in life- getting comfortable with being alone, A LOT. I've put more miles on my car in a semester, than my husband has put on his car in two years.
I took time off my social media to laser focus on school. I'm so glad I did. I pulled out with a B in Biochem and looking forward to finishing my last "hard" class to get my verification statement to complete my internship to become an RD.
The last few months were filled with seeing my husband in passing for sometimes 2 or 3 days at a time. Lots of complaints and frustrations with life moving too slow while not living in the present. I tried new hobbies, and quit due to lack of motivation then I started... Therapy, oh yeah, I started going back to therapy, because I'm human. If you're at a stand still or rocky place in life, go to therapy! I say that in the most loving place possible.
Not saying ALL the answers lie with your therapist, however, you need to get out of your head sometimes. Therapy is helping me to let go of what I can't control and also unrealistic expectations I've put on myself.
2020 holds a few exciting & scary things. I'm taking my DTR exam in January and I'm incredibly nervous. I'm applying for my DI and I'm incredibly nervous. 7 years after starting this RD journey, everything is winding down and it's kinda scary.
Anyhow, probably going to take another hiatus as I rally these last few months of preparing for all that's ahead.
Happy Holidays &&& Happy New Year!
