Let’s face it, we all believe that every weekend should be at least three days long. There’s the unwinding and then the settling followed by the satori-moment when we catch our wave and finally, the gearing back up. Isn’t it odd how even the most mundane of tasks can translate from labor to a zen-like repetition under the right circumstances?
Posted by Tammy on September 7, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/09/07/homemade-bloody-mary/
It is that time of year. Relentless heat still pounding down upon us while we are setting up and settling in to the back to school routine. I’m ready for autumn to be here while holding onto the sweet memories of our summer and not wanting to wish time away any faster than it is currently clicking. My oldest is a high school senior and our remaining weekends before he ventures out likely total less than 50.
Shakshuka – a seasonal transition meal
Posted by Tammy on August 25, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/08/25/transitioning-from-summer-to-autumn/
I doubt most Americans can remember a time when so many of us were gathered around large screens to watch the World Cup. Having had a crush on an Arsenal player in my 20s, my interest was always peeked but this year, it’s on every screen as I traipse through the hotel lobby bars and restaurants. During the early contests, in the heat of the game, my youngest child asked me, “Why are you cheering for Mexico?”
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Posted by Tammy on July 7, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/07/07/mexico-in-the-world-cup/
Earlier this year, I took a new job. I liked the job I had at the time, wasn’t planning on making any changes and certainly wasn’t looking for anything new. The fact is, an opportunity was presented to me one morning in an inviting manner and after the shock and surprise settled, I accepted the challenge.
Being Flexible can Bring Great Results
Posted by Tammy on July 1, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/07/01/stay-flexible-going-gratin/
What is old can sometimes make a better new. Of course, that is my own philosophy demonstrated by the dress that I recently wore to the Black and White ball but it was also the conclusion of a fascinating article Older, Better, Smaller produced by the Preservation Green Lab of National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Preservation in the Kitchen
Posted by Tammy on June 8, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/06/08/historic-preservation-making-kimchi/
It’s about setting expectations. In the workplace it benefits the one who is expected to do something but it also benefits the one setting the expectation. At home, with the spouse, partner or kids, it works the same way.
Unmet Expectations
Posted by Tammy on March 26, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/03/26/setting-expectations/
“How I want a drink, alcoholic of course, after the heavy lectures involving quantum mechanics.”
Pie for Pi
Posted by Tammy on March 14, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/03/14/its-pi-day-%cf%80/
I keep a small yellow pad on the kitchen counter where anyone can record ingredients as we use them up in the kitchen; eggs, bread, peanut butter, and the like. With two teenage boys and a third pre-teen, the list has been taking on a life of it’s own.
Posted by Tammy on February 23, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/02/23/feeding-teenagers/
A quick google defines pulp as popular or sensational writing that is generally regarded as being of poor quality. Hence, Pulp Fiction. This is new information for me. While I saw the movie, I didn’t recognize it as genre of writing. I have however, seen several recent legislative bills that are both sensational and poorly written which would result in creating ill will and reputational disrepair for states that are not cautious. Pulp Legislation.
Carrot Pulp
Posted by Tammy on February 17, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/02/17/using-carrot-pulp/
Had my beloved Broncos imbibed on this Asian slaw prior to their play, they may have had a fighting chance.
Radish and Mizuna Salad
Posted by Tammy on February 5, 2014
https://agrigirl.com/2014/02/05/radish-mizuna-salad/
A wife, a mom, an executive, a certified leadership coach and a breast cancer survivor. I love learning and I love to write and I'm often fascinated with the life lessons that come from my kitchen. Focusing on community-based Placemaking is the way that I work towards creating a healthier planet.
