Campfire Favorites

We – are a family of campers. Unabashedly; lovers of the outdoors, stargazing, tent pitching, fire building and firefly catching. Our favorite spot of the moment is Shenandoah National Park, you’ve never seen the stars quite like this.

So camping usually means can ‘o beans, dogs on a stick or some other quick-to-flame meal right? Well, have I got a surprise for you.

Here are a few dishes we put together with few ingredients and LOTS of flavor – Oatmeal Pancakes, Salmon Confetti Orzo, Vegan Sloppy Joe and of course – S’mores.

Fasting and Waverly Farmer’s Market

Today is Day 1 of a self-imposed 5-day fast. There are times when life-stuff just gets too loud. I find the easiest way to quiet down my mind is to limit the intake of food, sometimes to eliminate it altogether for a short time. Obviously dry-fasting is extra dangerous and not recommended by any health professional. I choose a fresh juice fast, a tea/water/fruit fast or some combination of the two.

That said – I find that the first 24 hours reveal cravings, urges and battles with yourself that you would otherwise probably not encounter. I tortured myself today by perusing some of my favorite foodie blogs and looking at all of the delicious pictures they have on display. Ugh! It was a delightfully sinful pleasure. *I quietly sip on my cup of chilled Chai tea*

I thought I would share of my recent Farmer’s Market pictures, in the hope that you find them beautiful and inspiring.