Last week after our return from Florida, the refrigerator was bare. Prior to the trip, I had gotten rid of any foods that would spoil. Nothing worse than opening your fridge and getting a whiff of rotten something or seeing mold growing on food.
While in Florida we stayed at two friends' homes. The first half of the trip was delightful. We walked, played games, talked about family, reminisced our college days, and relaxed in the sunshine. The second half of the vacation was a total reversal. The couple bickered pretty much the whole time. We loved being in the Florida sunshine and staying in their beautiful home, but at the end of the visit we had to make sure to get to the airport early to return the car and avoid long lines at check in and security.
From a contentious visit to a contentious week in politics - local to state to national to world - my brain was about to explode. Todd requested one of his favorite comfort foods, chili. Making the list, shopping at a neighborhood grocery store, browning the meat and chopping the veggies, letting the chili simmer all afternoon, and just being in my kitchen, really helped me to find my calm.
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Everyone knows what a bowl of chili with crackers crunched in it looks like so to bring a smile for whatever ails you, this was my big rescue dog, Ted, who crossed the Rainbow Bridge in 2021. He was big in every aspect of his life and the sweetest dog ever. When dinner was on the table, Ted was always right there, laser-focused and patiently waiting for a scrap. He didn't go for the food but just let us know that a nibble would be greatly appreciated.
Chilli ... nothing finer for bringing comfort.
ReplyDeleteChilli is so fun to make, and it is just as good or better the next day.
ReplyDeleteTed looks like a true sweetheart. Chili is perfect for a winter day and you are so right, cooking has a calming affect. It also fills the house with wonderful smells.
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