The World Would Be Dull Without You

Greetings all! 

Just in case you need to hear this: 

“You never have to apologize for who you are. You are enough. 

With so much noise around us constantly shaping our thoughts and actions, finding the courage to show up authentically can sometimes feel…impossible.

It’s normal to want to fit in, but belonging can never come at the expense of being true to who you are.

After all, the world would be pretty dull without you.

Remember: There’s only one you. Take that job seriously.

Reflect: Where am I playing it small in my life? How can I show up more fully in this area?

Reframe: I’m too much -> I’m just enough 

Let the you shine through! Stay true to yourself!” 

What did you think? Drop me a line  and keep on shining!

Source: CALM / Image: https://deepai.org/

Oracle Message: Time To Go

Greetings all!

Do you feel that you need a sign right now? Are you wrestling with your next step? 

I love this timely Oracle card that tells you to trust what you already feel shifting. To let something complete, even if you can’t yet see what’s next. 

 

"This is an auspicious sign, because there is no choice that will benefit you other than risking stepping into the unknown. It is time to walk toward something new. You have done all you can; now trust that Spirit keeps the plan moving forward.” 

What did you think? Drop me a line! 

Source: Colette Baron-Reid

Australia’s Fashion: Pied Piper Duck Parade

Greetings all!

Even if you follow fashion, I bet there are some models you have never heard of!

In the past, Australian farmer Brian Harrington dressed the ducks and geese in stylish outfits so they could waddle the catwalk in style at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Each bird modeled 3 outfits: day, evening, and wedding. 

Why a duck would need a wedding outfit, or any outfit - with a hat! - raises so many questions but that is a different story! And looking at what I am wearing while writing this post, I have to confess that these duckies are better dressed than me! My only excuse is that I am not attending a wedding today!

Hope this made you chuckle! What did you think? Drop me a line!

Sources:

• https://sortra.com/australias-annual-show-of-pied-piper-ducks/
• https://mymodernmet.com/australian-pied-piper-duck-show/
• Watch a video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5v1GsXXrYuo
• Images by Rachel Lord

Masters Egg Salad

Greetings all!

Yesterday, as I was planning on an egg salad for lunch, the Universe sent me the Masters Egg Salad recipe in my news feed. I thought 'Hmm, Master Chef? Master Class'? No!!! This is what is served at the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, each April. 

So, if you want something delicious, easy, AND golf-adjacent, here is the recipe that goes back to the 1950s! What piqued my interest was the addition of mustard and lemon zest.

Ingredients 

• 6 hard-boiled large eggs
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (from about 1/2 medium lemon)
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 8 slices white sandwich bread (I replaced with a French baguette)

Instructions

• Peel 6 hard-boiled large eggs. Halve each one lengthwise. Scoop the yolks out into a medium bowl. 
• Mash the yolks with a fork until finely crumbled. Stir in 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt until creamy. 
• Chop the egg whites into small pieces. Stir and gently mash the egg whites into the yolk mixture. 
• Divide the mixture between 4 slices white sandwich bread (about 1/2 cup each) and spread into an even layer. Close each sandwich with a second slice of bread, then cut each sandwich in half.

My verdict: I scaled down the recipe and enjoyed it, with lemon zest definitely adding an interesting note! I did skip mashing the yolks and just mixed everything together.  

Bon Appetit! Let me know how you like it! 

Sources: https://www.thekitchn.com/masters-egg-salad-recipe-23775420 / Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Janette Zepeda