Wherever I am in the world, I seek it out. The local stuff. The exotic stuff. The fresh stuff. The homemade stuff. It's not something I will ever tire of... in fact, it gives me continuous joy and appreciation every time I eat it. I love that the same dish can never be made exactly the same, I love that it brings people together in a way nothing else can. I find that as I get older, my days get shorter... stacked with work and friends and family... commitments and travel... errands and obligations. It's easy to skip a meal or not eat as healthily as I know I should. But in the end, when I eat well, it translates into the rest of my life. I have energy to work and create, to laugh, to live... and what better way to do it than slow down and take some time to enjoy good food with good people. So next time you are eating a meal, savor the flavor, savor your company... don't take those small joys for granted when so many others around the world don't have this luxury. Live with gratitude... xoxo
