Hi everyone,
Thanksgiving is upon us. This is my favorite holiday. Not only because of the food, but because of my big family getting together without the noisy madhouse that comes with Xmas. And because my birthday is November 22 it falls somewhere around the holiday.
This Thanksgiving was going to be especially fun because my cousin has fallen in love with an amazing Italian filmmaker and he and his mother have flown in from Italy for the festivities. But then suddenly her mother, my Aunt and Godmother suffered a stroke. Luckily it was mild and the paralysis in her right hand and part of her mouth should be worked out with rehab therapy.
Still it made me think. This is not my aunt's first trip to the hospital (I lost count after the 3rd heart attack). My cousin is an only child. She's only in her early 20's and the burden of an ailing mother should not be one that she bears alone. So I'm looking for ideas for what my family can do to help.
So I thought that my sister, sister in law and mother should take turns making meals for my aunt and cousin (who moved back in to take care of her mother). I'm thinking lasagnas, casseroles, something that freezes well.
I'm a good cook but I rarely cook, so I don't have a cache of recipes on hand. My aunt is also diabetic, so everything is going to have to be healthy, lean and low on sugars. I would really appreciate any ideas you have!! (I'll be all over your blogs too)
In the meantime, let's all focus on what we're grateful for. What are you thankful for this year?
I'm thankful for:
The Gods and their infinite love
My new daughter
My wonderful husband
My awesome family
My growing Pagan Mommy network
My hipster mom friends
My job (It's great to have one!)
Our new mold-free home
Barbie dolls and crafts
And so much more
Much love and blessings to all of you this Thanksgiving. Soon I'll be settled and hopefully posts will come more often.
Blessings,
Dani
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Friday, November 6, 2009
I'm Back(ish)
Hi everyone,
I thought I posted something ages ago and was totally heartbroken that I didn't get any comments, but then I checked just now and whaddya know?
Anywho we're are happily in a new home! It's small but perfect. Okay we might have to dump some possessions but it's the Year of Conservation! We need to conserve space.
Things weren't all rosy. We looked at about 10 different houses. We even looked at the one we're in. The Hubs wasn't crazy about it but me and the baby were. In the end, when the perfect, HUGE house we looked at had German cockroaches (those of you who know Atlanta, know that you have got to be seriously gross to have a NY-style roach problem. We have big waterbugs, not the tiny kind.)
We still have far to go in the decorating and organizing but it already feels so good. The baby got to sit on grass for the first time. (By the way, she's sitting up ya'll!) The neighborhood is peaceful and safe and well lit with lots of kids and dogs. And it's multiracial so it's not surprising to see black, white and Hispanic kids playing together. And it's behind and elementary school. Awesome!
The move was not smooth. My brother drove the 27 foot truck and the bumper got stuck in the asphalt as it tried to turn into the driveway. In the rain. Yikes. A tow truck, a cop and $125 later, we were free. Took 2 days to move us. I wonder if our movers (our friends and family) will ever speak to us again.
It was a great Samhain in the new house. My altar is still boxed but I set up the outdoor altar right away and buried an apple and a loaf of bread for the passing souls. Also burned a candle in the window all night.
We cancelled cable and found that we have no idea what time it is but we have lots of time to be with each other and the baby now. We all cuddle up in front of the internet for The Daily Show reruns and are asleep by 10.
Man, I can't wait to give this place a thorough cleaning. There was no time for any spiritual cleaning (long story) so the altar will be unpacked this weekend and I'll get to work!
We re-watched The Secret last night. Have you guys seen/read that? Everyone hates on it but it's EXACTLY what witchcraft is. Witchcraft for the masses. But sometimes I get bogged down in...I dunno, the persona of the Goddess that I forget to think of Her as this universal energy that really doesn't care if you don't follow exact rules of Wicca ceremony that was crafted by some dude in the 20th century. Just be nice and feel happy! Challenging but rewarding.
Anywho, with the absence of TV and trying to curb my Facebook usage, I might end up slowing down on blogging for a while. I spend more time thinking of stuff to blog about than doing the things I should be blogging about. Know what I mean? So my entries may be sporadic. Or I might have quite a lot as I decorate...We'll see.
Oh and almost forgot, Not Hannah: the house and the neighborhood is surrounded by pine trees!!!!
It's good to be back you guys. I've missed you!
smooches,
dani
I thought I posted something ages ago and was totally heartbroken that I didn't get any comments, but then I checked just now and whaddya know?
Anywho we're are happily in a new home! It's small but perfect. Okay we might have to dump some possessions but it's the Year of Conservation! We need to conserve space.
Things weren't all rosy. We looked at about 10 different houses. We even looked at the one we're in. The Hubs wasn't crazy about it but me and the baby were. In the end, when the perfect, HUGE house we looked at had German cockroaches (those of you who know Atlanta, know that you have got to be seriously gross to have a NY-style roach problem. We have big waterbugs, not the tiny kind.)
We still have far to go in the decorating and organizing but it already feels so good. The baby got to sit on grass for the first time. (By the way, she's sitting up ya'll!) The neighborhood is peaceful and safe and well lit with lots of kids and dogs. And it's multiracial so it's not surprising to see black, white and Hispanic kids playing together. And it's behind and elementary school. Awesome!
The move was not smooth. My brother drove the 27 foot truck and the bumper got stuck in the asphalt as it tried to turn into the driveway. In the rain. Yikes. A tow truck, a cop and $125 later, we were free. Took 2 days to move us. I wonder if our movers (our friends and family) will ever speak to us again.
It was a great Samhain in the new house. My altar is still boxed but I set up the outdoor altar right away and buried an apple and a loaf of bread for the passing souls. Also burned a candle in the window all night.
We cancelled cable and found that we have no idea what time it is but we have lots of time to be with each other and the baby now. We all cuddle up in front of the internet for The Daily Show reruns and are asleep by 10.
Man, I can't wait to give this place a thorough cleaning. There was no time for any spiritual cleaning (long story) so the altar will be unpacked this weekend and I'll get to work!
We re-watched The Secret last night. Have you guys seen/read that? Everyone hates on it but it's EXACTLY what witchcraft is. Witchcraft for the masses. But sometimes I get bogged down in...I dunno, the persona of the Goddess that I forget to think of Her as this universal energy that really doesn't care if you don't follow exact rules of Wicca ceremony that was crafted by some dude in the 20th century. Just be nice and feel happy! Challenging but rewarding.
Anywho, with the absence of TV and trying to curb my Facebook usage, I might end up slowing down on blogging for a while. I spend more time thinking of stuff to blog about than doing the things I should be blogging about. Know what I mean? So my entries may be sporadic. Or I might have quite a lot as I decorate...We'll see.
Oh and almost forgot, Not Hannah: the house and the neighborhood is surrounded by pine trees!!!!
It's good to be back you guys. I've missed you!
smooches,
dani
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