My mother went home yesterday is having a well-deserved, restful Mother's Day. I can not tell you how nice it has been to not have to worry about feeding my family for an entire month. I've had a less than positive relationship with food for the last year, and the simple act of organizing the grocery list every week was seriously stressing me out. For one whole month, I got to revert to childhood and just eat things that were put in front of me. It was lovely. I wish every new mom could have this experience. She also left me with a freezer full of food including pasties. Yum!
However, it has been a month and I need to start getting my act together. My mom leaving is just the kick in the tush that I need to start reclaiming my life. Of course, it would be easier to do this with a full night's sleep. Last night, I punted and got take-out from P. F. Chang's. Tonight, I made chili, one of the few dishes that I can cook without even thinking about it. For the next couple weeks, I have scheduled take-out for Fridays and Saturdays and pre-made food from the grocery store and/or leftovers for three other days of the week. I cook only twice a week. Baby steps.
Thanks for you help, Mom!
