Chewing on the Hodgepodge
It’s okay to say no and let go of the non-essential, which allows me to focus on what truly matters.
How did you learn to cook?
1. I learned from my mom by watching her cook.
2. In high school, I took two years of home economics, and cooking classes prepared me for when I left home at 18.
3. Then came the Culinary School of Hard Knocks, where I learned through trial and error.
If you have children, did you teach or encourage them to cook?
My sons were more interested in eating than cooking. My middle son, nicknamed "Foodie," turned his love for food into a career as a Dietitian. He started working at 16 at Round Table Pizza, and has since held various food-related jobs, including several years at Safeway. He’s a good cook who loves experimenting with new recipes. My youngest son enjoys barbecuing and preparing meals for his wife after her long shifts at the hospital.
Do you like to follow a recipe or is your cooking style more 'let's wing it'.
I enjoy at times, diving into new recipes and getting creative in the kitchen. Winging it often leads to delicious surprises, but I wish I could remember the exact measurements for my unique creations! 😕
3. Last time you bit off more than you could chew? Elaborate.
In my younger days as a single mom to three energetic boys, I felt the pressure to do it all. I juggled my daycare business, sold Avon, and crafted to support us, pouring my heart into being their provider with absolutely no help from their father.
Oh well - what doesn't kill you, only makes you stronger.
4. When did you last say 'the more the merrier' and mean it?
Just a few weeks back at our monthly church potluck, we had an overabundance of desserts (very little main dishes and salads), and I sarcastically remarked, “The More the Merrier!” as I was the one receiving the sweets to put into the kitchen.
5. Write an acrostic using the word T-H-A-N-K-S.
T - Trust in God's abundant provision.
H - Cultivate a vibrant hope in Christ
A - Abide deeply in Christ
N - Nurture a grateful heart
K - Show kindness to others as a beautiful reflection of God's love within us.
S - Find your strength in the Lord and smile.
6. Insert your own random thought here.
No really is a complete sentence. Good on ya' for that.
ReplyDeleteI sometimes do that with things I create too and Tim will say, "Did you write it down?" Lately, I've been writing it all down mostly all of it. But there are times when I don't and I'm like you, how did I do that?
Very cool on your sons. Now I get what you call one of them Foodie! Fun name for sure. Wishing you a yummy rest of your week.
Hi Ivy, Yes he's quite the foodie! When him and his buddies go camping, he's the cook.
DeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you and yours! I enjoyed your post, and your acrostic was beautifully written from the heart! Each of our children have special gifts and I love how they use them to serve and help others. Your boys sound a lot like my boys. Enjoy your time with family tomorrow. Now, I have to start baking those pies!
ReplyDeleteI'm baking a simple Dutch apple pie for tomorrow because I don't know how to make tiramisu!
DeleteWishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for the smiles you bring with your blog.
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda for being you. 😘
Deleteyour first answer is mine too... the 2nd answer about two sons cooking, well since their mother could not cook they can't either.. I will do anything to keep from cooking. now that we can't eat out, I hit Publix for rotisser chicken, fried chicken, subway sandwiches, we used to in our other life, eat FAST FOOD once a week.. think burger fries.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving
I don't enjoy cooking like I used to. I'm hoping it's just a temporary condition. I do like to eat out but it really makes a dent in the budget. I'm thankful, I have a daughter-in-law who is hosting this year. It's good to let the younger generation do their holidays their away and we just come along for the ride.
DeleteHi Debby,
ReplyDeleteWell said for #1. For some reason this year I feel the commercialism of Christmas is over the top. I am trying hard to not let it annoy me.
I also enjoyed your honesty answering #3.
I appreciate our blog friendship, real and honest, thank you.
I'm with you on that, Carla. Commercialism and the busyness of the season doesn't at all sound like how we should observe this season of "peace". After all, we are celebrating the Prince of Peace. I'm reminded of something I heard years ago about " busyness" especially around Christmas. It's Being Under Satan's Yoke. It's a choice!
DeleteGod bless you, Carla. Wise men still seek Him!
Happy Thanksgiving to you, too, Debby. Thanks for all your visits and comments to Writing Straight from the Heart. Have a blessed holiday. Susan
ReplyDeleteAnd for you, the same. God bless.
DeleteI love your acrostic, Debby. It's perfect for the season. Have a fantastic Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteYou, too Martha.
DeleteBecause the kitchen my childhood apartment was rarely used for more than heating up pot pies or grilled cheese sandwiches, I basically learned to cook in high school Home Economics, too. Later, that Culinary School of Hard Knocks ... yep!
ReplyDeleteI sure enjoyed learning about Foodie's culinary beginnings. Men make some of the best chefs!
Yes they do!
DeleteFirst off ... I really like your acrostic. Its beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks for explaining about Foodie. Now it makes perfect sense.
I guess you could say I learned from my Mom but though she guided me, I would ask her how to know when something was done or mixed correctly and her answer would be..when it feels right .. that was no help to me. I do get by and think our family has been well fed but I sure am not creative. Both sons are great cooks, especially the older one. He used to do things like make his own noodles and cream puffs. He is a whiz at BBQ too. In fact we are going to his home tomorrow for Turkey Day. He will be the Main one buzzing around in the kitchen.
As you said, tomorrow we are just coming along for the ride.
May you have a Happy Thanksgiving and enjoy the time with family.
Sue
It's great when we no longer have to cook or host, even if we want to, it's important to pass the torch to them with blessings!
DeleteThere have been many 'I made up' recipes that I would love to recreate.....and a handful that should never be spoken of again :-)
ReplyDeleteOh I hear you! There has been some major flops!
DeleteThis was an informative piece and a lot of work for you. Interesting.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
Happy Thanksgiving, Sandie. I'm sure your day will be filled with love and graitude.
DeleteI enjoyed your acrostic. I remember a neighborhood potluck we had one year with a honey baked ham and seven cheesecakes. I guess pot luck comes by it's name honestly. Have a happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteOh my - with cheesecake my favorite, I think I could have handled that snafu.
DeleteI do like your acrostic.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving wishes.
All the best Jan
I learned how to cook when I got married with help from Ken. His family owned an Italian restaurant!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE your random thought. Amen!!
I really am getting much better at saying "No". Still have to work on it a bit though. I learned to cook in Home Ec. I took 5 years from grade 7 through and including grade 11. Loved it. I use mostly a recipe the first time I try something new and then tweak it to our liking later.
ReplyDeleteOur sons learned to cook mostly on their own, though they did watch me cook growing up.
Love your acrostic.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
Enjoyed reading your hodgepodge answers. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yur family. Janice
ReplyDeleteGreat answers
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