Seventh Day of Christmas

I wish for lots of opportunities to feed family and friends. It is a bit of a selfish wish, I know, but I find such joy in cooking for others. I made this granola again as a “boy” gift for Christmas. This time around, I added lots of almonds, bran cereal,...

Glass Half Full

Seems like the majority of us have issues with portion control and most don’t like to exercise. Thank you so much for your comments yesterday! I loved reading each perspective. It is comforting to know there are so many others who put a good bit of their daily...

The Difference of 50 Years

I was reading my public health journal when I came across a poignant interview with Laurie Garrett — who recently won a Pulitzer for her book. To be honest, I hadn’t heard of her or of the book until I read this interview. I was refreshingly impressed by...

A Last Taste of Bolivia

A few more of my favorite photos: {Tomorrow: In Stitches September and back to domestic/triathlon/book chatter.} Has to be one of the cutest kids I’ve ever met. She was waiting for surgery at the Entre Rios hospital. One of the happiest participants in our...

Working With the Guarani

A few photos of the housing project we are beginning with the Guarani people of Bolivia. They are one more than 30 indigenous groups in this South American country. Their story is much like that of indigenous people internationally; they have been marginalized, forced...

What Can You Buy for $72?

I have been meeting with our Bolivian counterparts in meetings for the last two days, and for the first time in my professional life, I feel like I´m actually bringing something to the table. I can´t put my finger on what has changed, other than I´ve been working...