Sundays are for self care and cooking is my therapy.
With headphones and dance music on, I get lost in an uninterrupted hour or two of prep for the week ahead.
Caregiving for T, a child with FASD, needs me to stay organized.
With work and school during the week then chores and T’s extra curricular activities on weekends, I am intentional about this sacred time to recharge.
Cooking is a simple way to feed my soul – and my family.
Prepping meals for the week ahead saves me time, now that I’m in the office three days a week – and usually tired when I get home.
It also saves money, as I only buy what we need and I’ve cut out buying lunches when I’m in the office; I pack leftovers instead.
Home-cooked meals are also often healthier.
I’m thankful for moments by myself, focused on an activity I enjoy. So I can reinvest the renewed energy back to T.
I protect this sacred time and tell T to buzz off when he tries to bother me 🤣 – unless he asks to help, which he sometimes does. 😇
Here are some recent cooking therapy adventures – some inspired by a Korean cookbook gifted by a dear friend.
My Life With T 
this is truly good for your soul and for your belly (for all of your family’s, really). i love how there’s dance music going on, leftovers, and every dish looks delish, this is an all-around win!!
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There’s a future podcast topic of session! T and you cooking. Each week something new. And not just the recipe and directions but stories about that particular recipe. Move over Stanley stucci. The Ab and T show as sounds amazing!!!!
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Ooh, wow! Thanks for this Ab!😁
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So when are you opening your restaurant Ab? How about putting one just south of Denver Colorado. My family would love that 🙂
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Oh wow, Ab. That food all looks amazing! Cooking is a terrific way to unwind. It’s also a creative outlet that’s often overlooked when we think about creativity. I’m happy to hear that you protect this time.
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Cooking is the best–so nourishing for both the body and soul. Everything you made looks incredibly delicious!!
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I like the way you say it…cooking is the simple way to feed the soul. Thank you for featuring these yummy Korean recipes. Have a blessed week ahead Ab.🙂
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Thankfully, I saw a familiar food in all the viands: pancit bihon🤩😁 it looks like there’s a birthday party, Ab. Invite us🤭 so so yum!
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It all looks delicious, Ab. These days I think anything dish home cooked is healthier than restaurant meals. They use too many ‘additives’. A plain dinner salad isn’t even a safe choice anymore. Have a great rest of your Sunday!
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Ab, these look incredible. ❤️
I’m also glad you protect this time of selfcare. It truly is needed, especially for parents who love and care for children who have deep need. I hope you have a wonderful Sunday and enjoy your meals in the week ahead.
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