How to Teach Kids to Focus on What They Can Control: The Two Circles
A frustrating baseball game led to a simple lesson for my son: how to focus on what he can control and let go of what he can’t.
Embracing Enough: Welcome to Lou LaMedica’s Personal Blog
"Embracing Enough" is my exploration of a life well-lived—where gratitude meets growth. From mindset and parenting to small business insights, easy family recipes, and personal finance, this blog shares practical wisdom on appreciating what we have and finding fulfillment in the everyday.
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How to Find Direction in Life When Goals Aren’t Enough
Feeling stuck or unsure what comes next? Learn how a personal North Star can help you find direction in life without needing a perfect five-year plan.
Learning Guitar as an Adult: Why I Started at 48
At 48 years old, I decided to learn classical guitar — not because I needed another hobby, but because I missed the feeling of being a beginner again.
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Charred Baby Bok Choy with Ginger & Oyster Sauce
A simple side dish made in a very hot pan. Charred baby bok choy tossed with ginger, garlic, and a light oyster sauce—clean, savory, and perfect alongside miso cod.
Copycat Egg McMuffin (But Better)
A better Egg McMuffin made at home with soft scrambled eggs, melted American cheese, and ham on a properly toasted English muffin. Simple, familiar, and deeply satisfying.
The Joy of a Bath: Recovery, Slow Living, and Weekly Rituals
A weekly post-workout bath is my favorite slow living ritual. Part recovery, part reflection, and part cultural tradition, it’s how I stay strong, grounded, and refreshed.
Enjoy the Life You Have: A Reflection on Comparison and Living Now
A reminder to enjoy the life you have, stop comparing, and make sure you’re actually living.
Penne ai Legumi (Italian Bean Pantry Pasta Inspired by Fagioli)
This Italian bean pasta starts loose and brothy on purpose. Pasta cooks directly in the beans, creating a creamy, deeply satisfying vegetarian dish without shortcuts.
The Coach Who Changed How I Lead | A Tribute to Ola Sage
A reflection on independence, leadership, and the coach who taught me how to listen better, ask deeper questions, and build something bigger than myself.
Rich Bitch Caviar Pasta | A Family Tradition to End the Holidays
A family joke, great caviar, and one last indulgent meal before the holidays fade and real life returns.
Easy, Creamy Scrambled Eggs Deserve Respect
A slow Sunday breakfast, a warm pan, and eggs cooked with attention. Why scrambled eggs reward patience more than precision.
Put Down the Phone: Why Being Present Matters More Than Recording
Why do we film life instead of living it? A New Year’s reflection on presence, phones, and letting moments be enough.
New Year’s Day Prosperity and Luck Hoppin’ John
A rice-forward Hoppin’ John built for New Year’s Day—patiently cooked, gently finished, and meant to be shared with people you want to carry into the year with you.
Hope at the Turn of the Year
A quiet winter reflection on progress, family, and hope—written at the turn of the year.
My Wife’s Christmas Meatball Lasagna
A true all-day Christmas tradition—slow-simmered sauce, tender meatballs, and a lasagna we only make for the biggest days.
Made with Bullet