I shed tears and ate lots of sugar. I tried to convince myself that the sugar would release endorphins, the happy hormones. Dark chocolate almonds and Iranian dates were my sugar of choice. I mindlessly devoured handfuls and handfuls, feeling fat rather than euphoric.
There are other remedies to sadness. My friend, Brenda offered hers over a double espresso and churros. Her words helped me shift my thinking.
She explained that each of us has our own journey. It is OUR journey, no one else's. Once we are free of our physical bodies, we are free to be what we are meant to be, which is pure love and happiness.
I lingered on Brenda's words. And for the first time in days, I felt happy.
I've since stashed the chocolates. Now it's time to make my insides happy too. Brenda's baked kale chips are a step in a more healthful direction.
I made a batch last night. The gang gobbled them up.
Baked Kale Chips
1 bunch of Kale
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
Salt to taste
Cut into large pieces and place on a baking sheet.
Brush the oil onto the kale.
Sprinkle salt.
Bake at 350 degree for 15- 20 minutes, or until kale is crisp.
Note: Make sure you remove the thick stems running through the middle of the leaves. Otherwise, the chips will be limp, not crisp. I made this mistake the last time I tried to make kale chips. Watch the kale carefully because they burn easily.
I lingered on Brenda's words.