Confession time

It's confession time! There are days, like today, when I get up in the morning and can't be bothered writing. I feel overwhelmed sometimes, not with the writing, but with the knowledge that there are so many people looking into my life. Most of the time that's okay, some days it isn't.

I was not going to post this morning because I was feeling fragile but I just read the comments and you have won me over yet again with your thoughtful and generous words. Now I am compelled to write. Thank you.

Sharon J, I really liked your comment about being busy with your organising but you took time out to play with your kitten. Wise move. Kittens have a way of easing tension, don't they.

River, yes, just lightly brush the soap forms with vegetable oil.

Christine, I don't know if I would like Sex in the City or not, I haven't seen it, only the promotions. I doubt I'd like it though. I'd rather go and have afternoon tea with your mum. ;- )

Fifi, I just loved your comment. Happy birthday for yesterday! You really have got it. I watched the very end of the tennis - it's finished here at about 5.30am and it was really exciting.

Silversewer, it's good to know your OH is slowly recovering. Take care of yourself as well.

Jenny, my work makes me more thankful for Hanno and my boys too.

Terry, I don't see myself as vegetarian. We eat fish, we have a leather couch and wear leather shoes and Hanno eats meat sometimes. We do eat mainly grains, fruit and vegetables though. If you're thinking of moving to a meat free diet, I'd encourage you to buy a good recipe book that helps you understand what complete protein is - or essential amino acids. Meat is complete protein, vegetables are not, although there is protein in vegetables and fruit. Fruit and vegetables are incomplete protein, you need to combine your foods. For instance, baked beans on wholemeal toast in complete protein and a good example of combining one food with another to get what you require. I have this book, it's been a really good guide for me and it has some great recipes.

Katie, I love long comments. Your comment made me smile and was just what I needed this morning. It's okay if you don't agree with some of my reasons for change - we all come to it from different places. The important thing is that you're moving towards a a gentler life. I send my best wishes to you both and hope you find some posts here that will help you on your journey.

Amanda, it's small steps all the way, love. That's what I did and it worked well. Slowing down, organising your life and recognising your own happiness is a big part of this way of living. I think the most difficult part is the first step and I think you may have taken that. :- )

This is my low fat version of tuna bake. It's like a meat loaf only it's tuna, and very tasty.

TUNA LOAF
Large tin tuna
Vegetables - onions, spinach, celery, parsley
2 eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon paprika OR curry powder

Into a bowl place all your ingredients and mix well. Make sure you break up all the tuna pieces.

Grease a loaf form and pack the tuna mix into it firmly. Top with tomato (optional).

And bake in the oven on 180C (350F) for about 25 - 30 minutes.

Serve with vegetables or a salad.

This lasts us two days. We have one day with a salad, one day with vegetables. It's also really tasty on a sandwich, just like cold meatloaf.

It's raining heavily here, but I love the cold rainy weather. I hope the weather isn't too harsh in your neck of the woods. Enjoy your day, I'll see you tomorrow. :- )