The night before last found me alone preparing dinner. Each of the kids off in their rooms busy with something. Joe napping on the couch after an especially long day at work. A young person flitted through the kitchen every now and then, but mostly it was just me.
It was so different than the usual hustle and noise of dinner making. Such a treat. Truly.
I had a clear quiet mind to think as I prepped. I noticed the evening light creeping into my kitchen. I poured myself a glass of wine and turned on some soft music.
Simple. Blissful. Quiet.
Wishing you all a very lovely weekend.
I'll be back on Sunday to share a sponsor spotlight post. Do pop in to take a peek.
xo
~stephinie
:-)
Posted by: Jimntj | September 28, 2012 at 01:51 PM
Gorgeous photos! Isn't it nice when you can really focus on quietly cooking? And, what's your recipe for vegan ranch??
Posted by: Alt-Mama | September 28, 2012 at 03:01 PM
It's out of the "Eat This" e-book by Renee Tougas. I added two TBSP nutritional yeast to the recipe and subbed the dried parsley for 1/2 dill and 1/2 italian seasoning. (because I didn't have parsley) We love it! And best of all, the kids do too!
Posted by: Stephinie | September 28, 2012 at 03:05 PM
Looks delish!
Posted by: Kim | September 28, 2012 at 03:10 PM
pesto gf pasta topped with pan fried zucchini & lots of black pepper (for the grown ups) ~ yum!
Posted by: Stephinie | September 28, 2012 at 03:51 PM
Sounds lovely! Your dinner looks familiar. We've been having lots of pesto & zucchini as well.
Posted by: Becca | September 28, 2012 at 04:15 PM
Lovely! Esp. the glass of wine (I miss that Friday night indulgence with our usual homemade pizza!)...haha. And the quiet. I just put our pizzas in the oven and marvelled at the energy of the kids who had a dance party while I prepared the food. Your meal looks beautiful! Have a lovely weekend.
Posted by: Knitty Gritty Homestead | September 28, 2012 at 05:39 PM
Your blog really is so lovely and soothing. I adore it!
Posted by: ConsciouslyFrugal | September 28, 2012 at 07:19 PM
xoxo ~ I just wish you could come on over & enjoy some dinner and wine with us :)
Posted by: Stephinie | September 28, 2012 at 09:51 PM
It's such a treat, isn't it? I think holding a wee babe is even better though.... you can always have wine. But you can't always nuzzle a newborn. xo~
Posted by: Stephinie | September 28, 2012 at 09:52 PM
These are my favorite kinds of nights. I'm lucky to have them quite often... my hubby likes to take the kids to the park in the evenings after school and I get a bit of quiet in the kitchen... it fuels me for the homework, bath, and bedtime routines and my own homework after that. Gorgeous pictures and gorgeous food!
Posted by: Kerry | September 29, 2012 at 12:33 AM
I am SO looking forward to a few evenings in your kitchen!!!
Posted by: Tammy Miner | September 29, 2012 at 02:07 PM
me too!!! we're so excited :)
Posted by: Stephinie | September 29, 2012 at 04:39 PM
How lovely!
Posted by: Stephinie | September 29, 2012 at 04:39 PM
I am so glad I froze jars of it this summer. Very yummy :)
Posted by: Stephinie | September 29, 2012 at 04:40 PM
there is something about being in the kitchen alone, getting in the zone, enjoying the process without the distractions and helpers. sounds lovely!
Posted by: amanda {the habit of being} | September 30, 2012 at 12:37 PM
I agree. It was a lovely little treat indeed!
Posted by: Stephinie | October 01, 2012 at 08:25 AM
the vegan ranch looks yummy! much try and make some soon.
Posted by: keishua | October 01, 2012 at 05:07 PM
I agree that those moments of quiet and alone a precious. It's amazing how 15 minutes of quiet can recharge me! Would you like to share the recipe for the dressing?
Posted by: KC | October 02, 2012 at 08:38 PM
It's in Renee Tougas' amazing salad ebook - Eat This. Well worth the $5!!
Posted by: Stephinie | October 04, 2012 at 02:19 PM