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Waiting, An Ode to Men

December 05, 2020



He rolled his eyes and groaned in exasperation, “What is taking so long? You're taking forever. I’ve been waiting on you for hours now.”

I’m sorry.

I’m sorry for making you wait, but allow me to explain. You see, the clothes on my back say more to you than the words on my lips. If I wear too much? I'm a prude. Too little? I'm a slut. With what I wear, I am at fault for another's inability to focus. With what I wear, I assume responsibility for another’s decision to harm me. I know it sounds bizarre. Do you not see the connection? 

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Greek Greens & Grains Bowl

July 31, 2020




With warm grains and roasted veggies, a creamy herb-tahini drizzle, and a bit of harissa heat, this nourishing bowl boasts an amalgam of flavors and textures that gets me happy dancing with every bite. This meal-prep recipe came about in an attempt to curb my CAVA craving, and it sure did just that for only a fraction of the price. 

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Asian Sweet & Spicy Slaw

July 04, 2020




With the hits of citrus from tangerine and orange and the sweet and spicy tang of the dressing, this cabbage slaw is an easy go-to for hot summer days. This refreshing salad is inspired by one of my favorite salad kits that I too often had to rely on during busy school weeks. In this recipe, I re-create this super simple American classic, saying goodbye to the salad kit for good.

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Smoked Chickpea & Tempeh Caesar Salad

June 17, 2020







One of my favorite restaurants, Veggie Grill, serves this healthy but delicious salad called the Savory Kale Caesar. What makes this so tasty are the smoky oven-roasted chickpeas and vegan "bacon" made from tempeh. I always order the Half Salad, Half Side option, finishing off my meal with a side of sweet potato fries. Here's my take on one of my go-to orders.   

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A Thank You to Me

February 14, 2020



I want to take the time to say thank you
Because I don’t do that enough.

When I was surrounded by voices of reason and warning and caution,
You gave me the strength to dive head first into love,
Because of you, I had a risk-it-all, head-over-heels, travel-the-world adventure of a lifetime
with my best friend, my first love, the man who took my heart.

And you were my anchor holding me together when I fell apart,
When he took my heart, hollowed me out to an empty vessel,
You filled me with love. You sat with me in the pain and held me while I hurt.
You let me let it out. You have been there for me through this pain I didn’t think would go away.

And yet, here it is going away and here you are to pick me back up. You are my support, praising me for the days I finally feel okay and accepting me on the days when I’m…not so okay.

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