Unexpected service

I've gotten used to being the one
who decides on a meal, 
then cooks it, 
unwinding from my day. 
But when he stepped in, 
waving me away,
my heart filled with delight. 
Being served a home-cooked meal
is a beautiful gift. 

Cauliflower pizza

I've become one of those people,
buying a gluten-free pizza crust.

I'm slowly admitting I do feel better
eating more veggies, less bread.

I've had to untangle it from my identity, 
what I eat saying something about who I am. 

I've had to dismantle my unspoken judgements, 
smile and laugh with ease when I'm questioned. 

I've had to gain confidence in my choices, 
not get defensive and sheepish when I'm challenged. 

We live in a world where pizza can have a cauliflower crust. 
So what? 

If pizza can adapt, so can I. 

Pickling in the time of Covid-19

Three weeks ago, I made my first batch of pickled carrots. 
This Monday, I decided to try them. 
They are so good.
They have ginger and garlic and red pepper flakes.  
They are perfect on top of salads, in rice bowls, and 
all by themselves. 
I wonder how many more batches of pickled carrots I'll make
before the quarantine ends?