Seasons

....of change, unexpected twists, truths

and differing moralities.

Facing the challenges 

and some gritty realities.

In the midst of uncertainty, clenched fists, and

bouts of tears...

I find faces & spaces,

that comfort & sit with me in my fears.

Notes to self:

You can't avoid negative distractions,

but you can choose to let it flow by.

You can relax, and trust that the changes you

experience will be right for you.

Focus on today.

Do not be discouraged when you encounter

problems and pain along the way.

Trust God rather than yourself, or your resources.

Make the decision to believe Him.

Be careful whose words you take to heart.

Stop focusing on your problems and limitations-

and believe that the way ahead is really an open road,

in spite of how it looks.

When you are struggling, simply take the next step.

Do not worry is a command not a suggestion.

You can decide not to worry.

Pay attention to the nudges & be confident.

Learn from faith stretching situations.

Befriend your wounds & let them reveal

to you your own truth.

The pain hardest to bear is your own.

Learn what practicing peace is for you,

and what it's not.

Stop putting yourself down.

Peace doesn't mean everything is perfect,

it means you are able to find your breath

and a cushion of calm at the center of your life.

Stay present. 

Over and over.

Live abundantly today.

Pay attention to the details.

Freude (froy-da) 

German

Joy

be well...

xoxo

💞

P.S.

....for having my back, and bringing calm 

to my storms, along with a few laughs.

Thank you Dad.

I love you!!

💖

"....And whenever she starts to forget

the story of her original bloom,

the flowers of this green earth remind her

she too will spring up from the ground again.

Gravity will not retain her,

for the sun and the rainfall will propel her

up from gritty soil into open morning air,

and Light will meet her there

and she will begin to unfold in the way

she is meant to."

~Morgan Harper Nichols~

Simplicitites

"Year by year the complexities of this spinning world 

grow more bewildering and so each year we need all the more

to seek peace and comfort in the joyful simplicities."

~Women's Home Companion, December 1935~

Simple things...

 The moment of shift.

 From rush to a long pause,

 as I wait for some random chicken to cross the road.

Little boy giggles over T-rex arms, and horse poop.

Singing along to Abba as we walk around the arena.

Taking the long way home on country roads,

just me and my camera.

Brandon laughing on the phone, as he recapped his

snowmaggedon experience at the local market.

Struggling with a decision. Praying about it.

And Hubby walking in, answering the question

I didn't even ask.

The heat in the old farm truck as we roll hay out for the cows in the snow,

a mug of hot tea,

and getting a call from my Dad.

be well...

xoxo

💝

'Here's the thing about joy:

You can't catch it, or manufacture it.

You can only experience it.

It will never trespass nor arrive uninvited.

It loves to be welcomed & will leave 

if only it is being ignored.'

" 11 Rules of Inner Peace:

Stay honest

Heal your past

Let go of tension

Be kind and giving

Speak your boundaries

Pause instead of reacting

Connect with good friends

Live in the present moment

Maintain a grateful mindset

Don't get attached to drama

Be flexible, change is inevitable."

~Yung Pueblo~

Small Changes

Sitting in the yard on a quilt with my notes, and the computer in my lap.

Kids laughter, and squeals of delight coming from the playground,

the sun is shining, a gentle breeze is blowing, and the windchimes are filling

the air with what sounds like church bells.

It is 69 degrees...and perfect.

I wanted to write. 

My journal pages are filling up, along with my heart.

It's been 642 days of digging in deep, clearing and detoxing sugar,

bad habits, beliefs, thoughts and clutter from my daily living.

It takes effort. 

It has been an extreme labor of love...

and it continues.

Lately I have been in an euphoric state.

It's like the feeling you get when you

are falling madly in love with someone.

Only it's all inclusive.

I am madly in love with life, and all things in it.

It could be that the days have been filled with gorgeous weather.

It could be the little things, and the small changes that are happening, 

like finally getting the hang of my Tai Chi movements, and 

learning 2 more.

It could be the time I've spend volunteering with equine therapy,

& children that can ride backwards, hand-free,

 on a moving horse 

while catching a ball.

(but struggle to catch on their own)

It could be the little nudge I get on a beautiful day

to forego errands,

 take my camera and go for a walk at the zoo instead.

It could be calling my Dad on his 83rd birthday,

 him sharing that he's taking up skiing again this winter,

 and I share the eagle sighting in a near tree as I'm driving by.

'Eagles appear to inspire you to reach higher, and become more than you 

think you are capable of.

Be courageous. Stretch your limits and see what you can do.'

It could be new connections, reconnecting with the old,

or the phone call just minutes ago from a friend back east,

 letting me know I'm in their thoughts.

It could be that I've picked up my camera again, 

and am always on the search for beautiful little things,

or the way the leaves dance as they fall to the ground,

the feel of change in the air,

 or the Asian lady beetles landing in my hair. 

It could be hearing my kiddo chuckle during a conversation,

 or the coffee house music that plays in the background during chores.

"Sometimes we're drawn to music in a given time, that we literally are."

Or it could be that I am simply grateful right now...

in the truest sense of the word,

and my heart feels wide open.

Journal notes:

Don't underestimate the value of making small

improvements on a daily basis.

"Temporarily, while we strengthen our relationship

with our minds, we can take steps to avoid triggering

places & people by adjusting what we see, listen to,

read, absorb."

'Your greatest power is self-control.

Train your mind to focus on your conduct.

Focus on what you want regardless of distractions.'

Change begins with the words inside your head.

'Scan the horizon.

Take a look at your life.

Identify what's working and what isn't.

Drill down and take a look at specific areas.

Chunk it up.'

Take one step at a time.

Be proactive and responsible

rather than languish in wishful thinking.

Don't let your well being depend on your circumstances.

Strive for personal accountability.

Recognize what you get right.

"Perseverance must finish it's work so that 

you may be mature and complete, not lacking

anything."

James 1:4

 

be well...

xoxo

💖

"Happiness is a conscious choice that lights a fire within

and fans the fire outward.

It is not something that you acquire from others

 or discover outside of yourself.

What makes you happy?

What makes you feel lighter?

What experiences make time seem to fly by?

Do more of these things-

often.

Seek out experiences that set your soul on fire.

Cultivate happiness daily in small ways.

A happy life is simply all of those smaller

happy moments combined."

 

Boundaries

Savor, observe, expand, ground, balance, longing, truth, teacher,

friend, authenticity, spirit, belonging, change, emotions, healing, space, grace,

acceptance, action, presence, awareness, faith, peace, internal, priority, seen,

responsibility, respect, influence, values, roots.

My Dad walking ahead of me, & my heart echoing my GPS..."Recalculating".

Emotional send-offs, hugs, and aches of separation.

Feelings of longing to stay, slightly distracted

by activity, travel, people watching, seatmates, turbulence and a

readiness to get home.

Some shifting taking place. Uncertainty, voids, and struggle,

replaced with faith, love, and stillness.

Thoughts on moving forward, responsibility, direction, 

and assessment, and then onto thoughts about boundaries.

Did you know that 80 % of the population has never learned about boundaries?

I for one, never got the memo.

I learned manners, how to be respectful, and to how to survive and defend,

 but if there was much said about boundaries....I missed it.

Boundaries came to my attention as a tool a few years ago.

 During a trip back home, my kiddo purchased a book

as a gift for his sister-friend.

He told me I might like it too, and to check it out.

I didn't want to thumb through the pages,

however I read the covers, and ordered it when I returned home.

With that little backstory, 

I decided to delve into the-book-of-which-I-speak again.

3rd. time. 

As with anything...it takes practice and refreshing

myself on the information.

I'm passing on some bits as I go.

If life feels wonky, Boundaries are a good place to start.

It's a good tool that can help in making choices 

through change. 

And a guide to assist in finding direction.

For starters, I will share a page from "The Boundary Boss."

(the book of which I speak) on rights.

"Boundary Boss Bill Of Rights"

"❤ You have the right to say no (or yes) to others without feeling guilty.

❤ You have the right to make mistakes, to course correct, or change your mind.

❤ You have the right to negotiate for your preferences, desires and needs.

❤ You have the right to express and honor all of your feelings, if you so choose.

❤ You have the right to voice your own opinion even if others disagree.

❤ You have the right to be treated with respect, consideration, and care.

❤ You have the right to determine who has the privilege of being in your life.

❤ You have the right to communicate your boundaries, limits, and deal-breakers.

❤ You have the right to prioritize your self-care without feeling selfish.

❤ You have the right to talk true, be seen, and live free."

~The Boundary Boss~

The relationship we have with ourself is the most important.

We are responsible for our own happiness.

Be well...

xoxo

💕

"Love yourself enough to set boundaries.

Your time and energy are precious.

You get to choose how you use it.

You teach people how to treat you

by deciding what you will and won't accept."

" Love yourself first and everything else falls into line.

You really have to love yourself to get anything

done in this world."

~Lucille Ball~

 

Moments #3

"I planned for us to go for an overnight stay in Maine. Is that OK with you?" 

Ummmm.... "ABSOLUTELY! "

So many moments etched in my memory.

Beautiful. Simple. Connecting. Present. Powerful . Force. Expansion. Space. Nature. Comforting. Nourishing. Organic. New. Restorative. Energizing. Grounding. Meditative. Open. Light. Joyful Healing. Entertaining. Real. Change. Harmonious. Gratitude. Special. Flow.

Moments:

Finally arriving at our destination. The first breath of ocean air. A break in the rain, and a leisurely walk along the beach. Homes dotted along the shoreline. Picking out our favorites. The two most shabby get chosen. Weathered, but cute. Unmatching shingles and a front porch. Humble. Welcoming. Cozy. 

A girl walking her shaggy dog, pulling it from the waters edge. Losing her footing, and landing in the sand. Brushing it off, but slightly deflated. 

A chill in the air, a blonde haired boy with a tank top and shorts, running barefoot dodging the waves. Tagged by one he didn't see coming. Enjoying it all. Uninhibited. 

Climbing back in the truck in time for rain to return and the tide to move in. A handful of beach stones in warm browns and blacks for my collection back home.❤️

A drive through the tiny village of Kennebunkport.Hoards of people making the most of a rainy day outing. One available parking spot for a compact car only. Maybe next time.❤️

Up at 4 AM. Hustling to make two coffees to go. Pulling on sweatshirts and ball caps. The Robin singing in the rain. A short drive to the beach to catch the sunrise. Another optimist pulling up to park beside us. Waves crashing on the shore. A dense fog curtaining the sun.

Maybe next time. On to breakfast at a local cafe. Hot coffee in blue stoneware mugs. 

Alan Jackson singing "Remember When" in the background. Suspended in the moment.❤️

A slow crawl through winding village streets. Quaint homes blanketed in heavy fog. A light house up on an island to itself. My first. A massive gull, barely visible through the thick air, finishing off his catch for the day atop the dark oval rock. Pink and white flowers juxtaposing black rock, gray sea and air so thick you can wear. 

Beach wave hair.  ❤️ 

Be well....

xoxo

💝

" Look with wonder at that which is before you."

"Collect beautiful moments."

Moments #2

I have wanted to blog..to share. Equally , I have wanted to step back and recalibrate. Refocus. My blog is a place to let go. Write. Receive. Record, and process. My journal is it's fuel. 

The pages are filling fast. The blog is the sifted version. The nuggets.  The moments captured. The place to reflect and sit with gratitude and appreciation for my life. The struggles. The growth. A place to connect with the memories of that time. That season. That chapter. I feel like I am on the cusp of another chapter, change, or season. I have found a great peace in my faith, my family and my friends. I have been disciplined. Teachable. Open and willing. 

Life is always uncertain. Fear is normal. I could go there. Easily. Fear. Doubt. Insecurity. It's familiar. It's predictable. But there's always an inner tug pulling me up. Forward.Higher. 

Ignoring it only causes me to struggle greatly. Surrending and letting go sets me free.

I read this quote this morning, as the blue jay squawked at me from the branch above. (Symbolic of truth, communication, loyalty, perseverance, and overcoming challenges.)

"When you own your true energy, the earth itself will breathe a long, deep sigh....of relief."

I will be breathing with her. 

Moments ❤️

My Dad, my stepdad, his MG. Meeting up at a car show. Hugs. Chats. Community. Music. Americana . "My Wish" coming over speakers in the background. The 3 of us connected in a circle. An ache. "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother". ....a lump in my throat. A momentary visit back in time. A little girl. Dad playing a cassette. "My favorite." That song. Surreal. Father's Day.❤️

An impromptu hike. Meeting half way to join me on my traditional first day visit. Her first time to see the Falls. Decades for him. A great pause to take in all the beauty. Selfies. A Scarlet Tanager landing in a maple tree. My first. Symbolic of joy, passion and a vibrant, active spirit. Hope and transformation. Pursing desires. New beginnings. Warmth, happiness, renewal. 

An orange octopus resting in the gravel. Imagination. Curious minds. A gift of the unexpected.❤️

Taking the time to let life in. Giving myself massive doses of Love. Acceptance. Comfort and nature. 

'Simplicity is nature's default position.'

No agenda. Minimal planning. Going with the flow. Spontaneous.Uncomplicated. Organic. Refreshing.  The dove is coo-ing in the distance. Healing. Love. Life.

Be well ...

xoxo

💓

"We grow where we are loved."

"A man sees the world what he carries in his heart."

~Goethe~

"But ask the animals and they will teach you, or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you; 

or speak to the earth, and it will teach you,

or let the fish in the sea inform you.

Which of all of these does not know that the hand of the Lord has done this? In His hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind."

Job 12: 7-10

Moments

 Grounded. Connected. Roots. Family. Contentment. Nostalgia. Love. Nature. Healing. Restoration. Calm. Aligned. Belonging. Safe. Care. Understanding. Sharing. Nurturing. Accepted. Laughter. History. Spaces. Imprints. Ancestry. Purpose.

Nature. Openness. Flow. Beauty. Bonds. Memories. Journey. Home. 

As much as I wanted to detach from technology, I wanted to preserve  some moments on here. Its taking me a minute to figure out how to post from my phone, and I'm uncertain how the results will be. But honestly, later ... when I need a good dose of home, how it posted won't matter one bit. 🩷

My heart is open & my nervous system has shifted into restorative mode.  I can feel the tension in my neck ( chronic pains since January) slowly fading. My mind becoming more at peace. I am home. 

Moments 💗

2 days ago from his truck parked at the airport, Dad watched a plane come in to land through his binoculars. Little did he know it was mine. We were early. I should have waved. ❤️

Pulling into a station for gas on the way home, I was soaking in all the details from my passenger seat. Dad standing at the pump, a lady in green scrubs walking into the store, a school bus pulling up at the curb to stop and let off some kiddos. I noticed a little boy sitting in the back of the bus with a white headset on. He stared out the window. I sent him blessings. The bus started to pull away. He suddenly looked up, as if I called his name and gave me a big excited wave, like he had spotted his long lost friend. ❤️

Sitting down to dinner. A bowl of bok choy.  I shared a memory with my stepmom of the first & last time I ate bok choy was during our lunch at the Omega Institute, and  how I really liked it. She said she tried to fix it that same way.  ❤️

Missing my French pressed coffee in the morning. Spotting a mini French press while shopping for groceries at my favorite health food store.  A pound of locally grown organic coffee from Vermont . ❤️

My morning journal, and devotional in the yard while Dad mows. His glances to let me know that where I am is OK. ❤️

Sending my cousin a random text, letting her know I was just relaxing outside in the shade with a book. Keeping it simple. Inviting her to join me in my simplicity if she'd like. Her showing up 5 min. later.❤️

My Dad wanting to share a historical video taken of the area in the 30's. Before he was born. My grandpa, his Dad, coming out of the Gas Station he owned. Which is now this house. The emotional tugs. ❤️

Remembering  my Grandma feeding the chipmunks so lovingly by hand. Me now leaving them peanuts on the stone wall. Wondering if they are great, great, great,....grandchips. ❤️

These are the moments that too easily slip from memory. These are the moments that I cherish. This is what grounds me. This is home. 

Be well...

xoxo

💖

Outside

Today....

...I honored the "Dad" parts of myself, and found contentment 

cutting up, clearing away and working in the yard.

Removing the old and making way for the new.

Journal bits...

Be joyful always & hold onto the good.

"You are beautiful as you are; 

you don't have to be someone else."

Do not force a beginning. Beginnings will arrive.

Let the pace flow naturally. Move forward. Do it gently.

Do it in peace. Cherish each moment.

Seek to nurture your budding dream.

"The mind is the steering wheel that determines the direction."

Make up your mind.

"Your mind may guide you in what you do,

but the heart affirms your passion to do it."

'Every day offers you the miracle of life, 

if your open to receive it.'

be well...

xoxo

💗

"It's comfortable to be inside.

Sheltered, protected.

But there is a comfort to the outside too.

Because outside there is freedom.

Outside you can keep moving until you 

find a place of your own.

Or you can decide that outside is your

place. 

And stay there."

 

Just Breathe

I took a walk down the trail to the lake. My Dad's 

"favorite spot" when he has been here to visit.

I find a flat, dry rock, and decide to sit.

I turn my face toward the sun. I close my eyes...and breathe deep.

A Pileated woodpecker is raising a ruckus somewhere behind me on the opposite shore.

I turn trying to spot it, but it is hidden in the trees.

I call my Dad, because I want to share this moment, this spot, this beautiful day with him.

He answers, and then with a little chuckle....said he was getting ready to

call me too. 

An Eagle soars over the lake and tucks into the cedars nearby.

Dad and I have a nice catch-up-chat.

After our good-byes, I mosey back toward the path.

I pause to build a mini snowman.

I go to take a picture, and it topples over backward into the lake.

Three snowballs...bobbing...

I feel so bad, that I build another.

"Our lifestyles have made us into irritable, anxious

question marks."

'It's always the simplest things in life that

cause the biggest impact.'

"Simplicity is the key to happiness."

"Breath is the link between life &

the silence behind the mind."

"If you don't do something with your life,

life will do something with you."

xoxo

💖

 

November 5, 2024

Today the constant swirl of to do's seem to be fading away,

leaving some space for dreams, and creativity.

I have been enjoying some quiet rainy days at home,

reflecting, unpacking and just putzing around the house.

Twinkle lights, candles, books and a cat on my lap.

 Hygge mode.

Today I am thankful for:

Hubby coming by to pick me up so we could go

vote together

My dad. Today is his birthday.💖

Long catch up phone chats with my girlfriends.

It was good to hear their voices after 3 weeks.

The sun peeking out from the clouds, 

and a walk in the woods by the lake.

Hubby picking up Mexican carry out for dinner.

Graduating as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.💞

Finding a quote that I wrote down  from the movie "Dog Gone"

(Netflix)

"You live in a bubble,

eventually you suffocate."

My favorite journal takeaway for today:

Avoid the temptation to doubt yourself.

Be willing to go for what you know, when you know it, 

with or without the company of others.

Happy voting !

xoxo

💗

 

November 2, 2024

I woke up feeling refreshed and happy this morning.

 It felt good to get the house spruced up yesterday. 

If felt a little stale and stuffy when I returned home

after being away for two weeks.

It's overcast and breezy today. We've got storms moving in.

Otis just let out a howl.  It makes me smile.

He's our neighbors hound dog, and I just love the big ol' goofy guy.

I just noticed the message on the label dangling out of my mug of tea,

and it reminded me of a moment from back home. 

My childhood friend and I went on a little outing,

had lunch at a quaint little bistro, and then an afternoon walk to

 soak up the gorgeous day, & our rapidly dwindling time together.

"We are all fabulous in our own way."

~tea tag~

We thought she was a hip older woman.

When we reached her, she turned out to be really hip young woman. 

We appreciated her and send her much love. 💗

Here are a few top picks on things that I am so grateful for this morning:

3 apple cider donuts (from Taft Farms) 

that I carefully packed away in my carry on traveled well.

Having a coffee & donut moment with hubby.

Sharing a special treat with the taste from home,

and the cozy memory of my Dad and I having our first cup of coffee & a cider donut 

the morning I left.

Wildflowers still blooming in my garden,

and vases of freshly picked blooms brightening up my windowsill.

Wearing the same hoodie I wore on the chilly mornings back home,

and feeling comforted.

Waking up to cloud dappled sky, in blues, pinks and greys,

and the chance of a storm moving in.

Feeling so much love for & from my family and friends. 

And (now that she's over being mad that I left) Polly too.

And my favorite takeaway from my journal this morning:

"You are not bouncing haphazardly through time and space.

Invite Me into your decisions. I know how to get  you where you want to go.

"The greatest service you can offer to Me, yourself & the energy

of the universe is a blessing."

~God~

Sending you blessings.

Be well.

xoxo

💝

 

Direction of Flow

Back home.

Where my roots are. 

Where I organically fit.

The place that cleanses my soul of debris,

and brings out my easy-going-run-through-the grass-barefoot-and-enjoy-life side of me.

Walking on the grounds that are forever imprinted with the footsteps I've wandered in the past,

 & those of my relatives that went before me.

It grounds me.

I am where I feel lighter, laugh more, and flow the best.

This place has my heart.

My journaling letters continue to form as I meditate on

my morning devotionals.

I love this place.

Today's words:

Learn to unwind and whenever possible, resting with Me.

Find Me in the midst of your moments.

Take time to see My direction for your life.

I have called you to walk with Me down paths of Peace.

I want you to blaze a trail for others who desire to live in My Presence.

I have chosen you less for your strengths than for your weaknesses.

Depend on Me more & more, and I will shower Peace on all your paths.

Quite often you can be talked out of your greatness by people

who get uncomfortable when you start to rise.

Reach for the stars! Get a grip on your greatness!

Step into your bigness. Never look back!

Move beyond the expectations of others.

Dare to be bigger, better, bolder that anyone ever imagined.

Surprise yourself!

All you need to do is consider the things about yourself that are

bothering you & and getting in the way of your growth,

just for today.

Pay attention to how you listen, & how you interpret what you hear.

Meditation is the foundation of obedient victorious living.

Sit quietly with Me so you can identify My voice above the commotion

and find victory over your trials.

Listen to My voice, be filled with My Peace, and find direction

& purpose in your life.

Keep believing in Me, and be confident 

that I will provide what is best for you.

Keep on asking, seeking, and knocking.

Don't give up. Hang in there. 

You will see My provisions in your situation.

Lasting Joy can be found only in Me.

I shower blessings into your life, and rejoice

when you respond to them with a glad, thankful heart.

Don't let circumstances or feelings weigh you down.

Cling to Me. My light is shining on  you,

illuminating the path before you.

If you find that the world around you isn't what you'd like it to be,

consider what you can do to create small changes within yourself.

Live in a state of acceptance, and come to terms with things

as they are.

There is always room for improvement.

Aim for better and then accept what is.

The only one you can change is yourself.

Give  yourself permission to be happier.

In doing so, you may notice that your happiness becomes contagious.

xoxo

💖

"Sometimes, to remove the clutter from your life,

you must leave the clutter where it is

and put yourself out on the curb."

 

Feeling grateful

Celebrated Birthdays over the weekend.

Too much sugar. Detoxing today.

This song came on, as I was returning from the market.

It resonates with my mood.

Excited that the new course module came out, 

and it's on Spirituality.

My Dad called, and it's Bachelor night....

...there are just so many things to fill me with gratitude.

xoxo

💖

Feeling Hyggely

" Gratitude is the key to happiness.

When gratitude is practiced regularly and from the heart,

it leads to a richer, fuller and more complete life...

It is impossible to bring more abundance into your life

if you are feeling ungrateful about what you already have.

Why?

Because the thoughts and feelings you emit as you feel ungrateful

are negative emotions and they will attract more of those feelings 

and events into your life."

Lately I've been focusing on all I have to be grateful for, 

and loving my hyggely life.

With that said...it makes me think of a moment I had recently during my trip back home to NY.

I keep a set of twinkle lights there in a drawer, and put them up when I stay.

One morning, Dad and my brother were going to drive up to the hunting camp

 to put on a new roof. 

I decided I wanted to go along.

I threw my journal & morning reads in a bag, 

and Dad stopped to get me coffee 

along the way.

A morning with the guys just tugged at my heart

and sitting on the deck in the woods....count me in!

As I listened to the guys work a light sprinkle started hitting the trees,

and the bull frog belted out a tune from the pond.

I sat there soaking it all in and thought to myself,...

"all we need now are some twinkle lights."

So later when we were all sitting in the camper having a chat,

I looked at Dad, and said " You know what you need out here Dad?

Twinkle lights! If you hung some twinkle lights around the camper,

it would look so-cozy out here!"

*Dad look*

" I don't do twinkle lights."

Which cracked me up. 

End of story.

However, before I left, I told him where I kept them stashed...

y'know, just in case. 

Anyway....

gratitude and Hygge just seem to go together for me....

where there is one, there is usually the other.

It's the way I like to live.

Hygge is....

the best homemade chocolate pudding.

Chocolate Pudding Recipe:

(organic is an option....I just had it)

1/2 cup sugar

3 Tbs. unsweetened organic cocoa powder

1/4 cup corn starch

1/8 tsp. salt

2 3/4 cups milk (whole)

2 Tbs. room temperature butter

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, stir together sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
2. Over medium heat, stir in milk. Bring the pudding mixture to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens enough to coat the back of a metal spoon.
3. Remove pudding from the heat. Stir in the butter and vanilla until butter dissolves.
4. Let cool. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

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