Then and Now: What I Learned by Reading My Journal from 7 Years Ago
A seven-year-old journal entry becomes a time machine—revealing how ambition softened into presence, and what it really means to live intentionally.
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How a Simple Bird Feeder Changed How I See the World
A quiet reflection on how a backyard bird feeder changed the way I notice the world — and why paying attention might be one of the most underrated mental health practices we have.
Hatch Green Chile Pork Stew
A deeply comforting Hatch green chile pork stew—roasted chilies, browned pork, and a silky sauce that eats like warmth in a bowl.
I Don’t Recognize America Anymore
A veteran reflects on state power, anonymity, and why America no longer feels like the country he believed in.
Sloppy Joe Cheesesteaks (Not Quite a Chopped Cheese)
A Sloppy Joe–cheesesteak hybrid that borrows the chopped-cheese technique without copying it. Deeply browned beef, a clingy savory sauce, and cheese melted directly into the mixture make this a kid-friendly, cold-weather crowd pleaser.
Make the Good Stuff Happen Automatically
What if the key to long-term health, savings, and peace of mind isn’t discipline, but removing decisions? A reflection on building a life that works automatically.
Orecchiette with White Beans, Sausage, and Broccoli Rabe
A cozy, Southern Italian–inspired pasta with orecchiette, sausage, creamy white beans, and broccoli rabe—finished loose and glossy for maximum comfort.
Hearty Sausage & King City Pink Bean Pasta Fagioli
A hearty, slow-simmered pasta fagioli made with Italian sausage and King City Pink Beans. Comfort food for cold winter days, cooked low and slow.
Sweet and Herby Grilled Pork Loin Chops with Fresh Orange Finish
Simple grilled pork chops seasoned with herbs and finished with fresh orange juice. Sweet, juicy, and perfect for easy family dinners.
Crispy Pan-Fried Cod with Briny Dill Tartar
Crispy pan-fried cod with a bright, briny dill tartar sauce. Capers are the secret, and making the sauce first lets the flavors come together while the fish cooks. A simple, satisfying classic done right.
Poached Cod with King City Pink Beans, Bacon & Greens
Tender poached cod resting on smoky King City pink beans, bacon, and greens in a comforting winter broth.
Vinyl, Beginner’s Mind, and the Albums That Slow the Room Down
Vinyl collecting doesn’t have to be expensive or performative. I buy records that slow the room down and invite full, front-to-back listening.
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