Do you know how to cook?

[Strawberry]

Yes, I would say I can cook! Ever since I moved out of my parents and had to fend for myself, it's something I took an interest in as I didn't want to be eating the same boring meals week in week out and I definitely didn't want to be living out of the freezer. I've just had a new kitchen installed and it's reignited my drive to cook well and eat better, so I've started looking up more recipes and watching content on YouTube to vary my meals and use ingredients in different ways, I made Chimichurri Chicken the other day for the first time (following a Chef on YouTube) and I would definitely make it again!

 

[Domestic Goddess]

Yes, I would say I can cook! Ever since I moved out of my parents and had to fend for myself, it's something I took an interest in as I didn't want to be eating the same boring meals week in week out and I definitely didn't want to be living out of the freezer. I've just had a new kitchen installed and it's reignited my drive to cook well and eat better, so I've started looking up more recipes and watching content on YouTube to vary my meals and use ingredients in different ways, I made Chimichurri Chicken the other day for the first time (following a Chef on YouTube) and I would definitely make it again!

🍓 Strawberry, I certainly give you credit for all that you are doing on your own. I wish you all the best that life has to offer you. I'm also sending you a 'hug"!!
I hope that was ok! I'm a mom, a hugger, that what I do!

 

[Strawberry]

🍓 Strawberry, I certainly give you credit for all that you are doing on your own. I wish you all the best that life has to offer you. I'm also sending you a 'hug"!!
I hope that was ok! I'm a mom, a hugger, that what I do!

Aww you're too nice! I think I've made that post sound a bit more dramatic than it was haha - I moved out of my parents to go and live with my partner when I was 24, but up until that point I literally got everything done for me when I lived at home... cooking, cleaning, washing etc. So it was a journey to have to do these things, but I really enjoy cooking and learning new recipes.

 

[Domestic Goddess]

Aww you're too nice! I think I've made that post sound a bit more dramatic than it was haha - I moved out of my parents to go and live with my partner when I was 24, but up until that point I literally got everything done for me when I lived at home... cooking, cleaning, washing etc. So it was a journey to have to do these things, but I really enjoy cooking and learning new recipes.

🍓.
Since I am a mother... I still wish you the best on your endeavor. If we lived in the same city... I'd either bake you a cake or some cookies. Coz I enjoy baking. Take care!

 

[tea4me]

I love to cook and bake, and I have lots of cookbooks.

 

[Nebulous's iconNebulous]

🍓.
Since I am a mother... I still wish you the best on your endeavor. If we lived in the same city... I'd either bake you a cake or some cookies. Coz I enjoy baking. Take care!

Awww, send me some goodies too

 

[passenger]

@Domestic Goddess

 

[passenger]

Yes I know how, but, ever since I had a stroke back in June of 2017, my husband did all of the cooking, coz the stroke affected my vision and my memory. But now, I am able to do more, especially with the help of my youngest daughter, and newer glasses to read better as well. My husband mainly does the cooking, and I try at times to help him as well. I however, really enjoy baking now.

Odd little "welcome to the club" coincidence going on here.
Soon after Mother's Day in 2017 I was diagnosed with a stroke. Long story short, four months later after more testing and study it was decided that I had not had a stroke, but an initial MS attack instead. Good news/Bad news....I really can't decide.
Many similarities.

 

[Nebulous's iconNebulous]

Odd little "welcome to the club" coincidence going on here.
Soon after Mother's Day in 2017 I was diagnosed with a stroke. Long story short, four months later after more testing and study it was decided that I had not had a stroke, but an initial MS attack instead. Good news/Bad news....I really can't decide.
Many similarities.

 

[Domestic Goddess]

I love to cook and bake, and I have lots of cookbooks.

☀️ Good morning tea4me. Like you, I have "lots of cookbook" as well. I feel, a person who enjoys cooking & baking, can never have too many cookbooks. 📚

 

[Domestic Goddess]

Awww, send me some goodies too

Nebulous, here's some goodies coming your way... 🥧 🧁 🍰 🍩 🍪 😘

 

[Domestic Goddess]

@Domestic Goddess

Paradise indeed!

 

[Domestic Goddess]

Odd little "welcome to the club" coincidence going on here.
Soon after Mother's Day in 2017 I was diagnosed with a stroke. Long story short, four months later after more testing and study it was decided that I had not had a stroke, but an initial MS attack instead. Good news/Bad news....I really can't decide.
Many similarities

Oh my goodness... at times it can be quite confusing for sure. 🙄

 

[Jane]

Yep. I like cooking

 

[Domestic Goddess]

Odd little "welcome to the club" coincidence going on here.
Soon after Mother's Day in 2017 I was diagnosed with a stroke. Long story short, four months later after more testing and study it was decided that I had not had a stroke, but an initial MS attack instead. Good news/Bad news....I really can't decide.
Many similarities.

passenger, In regards to your post... "coincidence going on here." So sorry to hear you had "initial MS attack".
I hope you are doing well❓

 

[passenger]

passenger, In regards to your post... "coincidence going on here." So sorry to hear you had "initial MS attack".
I hope you are doing well❓

Thank You!
Yes, I have recovered so much more than I ever expected to, thanks to physical and occupational therapy, and the careful use of steroids; and of course having a most helpful and understanding husband in this time of distress. But of course, some damage remains...I walk like a drunk, but am not, my balance seems to be permanently off; I like to say that my Gyro is broken. I am at times literally a "dizzy dame" due to "touch and go" optic damage. "Stuff" has definitely slowed me down, but I have regained the ability to walk without a walker or wheelchair! And, I can drive....which is very important to me because I am an independent, stubborn old blister.
In that 'initial' attack, my whole right side went out; I very simply could not do anything...could not write, type, brush my teeth, dress or bathe myself. Then after I had started recovering I had a go-round with Bell's Palsy; I thought that was an independent thing, but the neurologist said it was a result of the MS.

Sooo....when you had your stroke were you able to get that medication that will reverse all or some of the damage?

 

[Domestic Goddess]

Thank You!
Yes, I have recovered so much more than I ever expected to, thanks to physical and occupational therapy, and the careful use of steroids; and of course having a most helpful and understanding husband in this time of distress. But of course, some damage remains...I walk like a drunk, but am not, my balance seems to be permanently off; I like to say that my Gyro is broken. I am at times literally a "dizzy dame" due to "touch and go" optic damage. "Stuff" has definitely slowed me down, but I have regained the ability to walk without a walker or wheelchair! And, I can drive....which is very important to me because I am an independent, stubborn old blister.
In that 'initial' attack, my whole right side went out; I very simply could not do anything...could not write, type, brush my teeth, dress or bathe myself. Then after I had started recovering I had a go-round with Bell's Palsy; I thought that was an independent thing, but the neurologist said it was a result of the MS.

Sooo....when you had your stroke were you able to get that medication that will reverse all or some of the damage?

Passenger, In regards to your last statement/question, there is nothing that can undo what had happened to cause the stroke. At least in my case. Everyone who has a stroke, is affected differently. Not going into details, which it would be too lengthy, but I wish it never happened, I miss doing the things I once could; and on my own, for the love and support of my husband such as driving a car and being able to read better than I do now. But I've come a long way, and I am grateful for all my husband and our youngest daughters help.

 

[Henrywrites]

I can make the basic food that I eat at home. This is something that I have always enjoyed doing. Eating the food that I prepared give a different satisfaction to me.

 

[safeinsanity]

I love cooking! I specialize in Chinese and Mexican dishes.

 

[Nebulous's iconNebulous]

Nebulous, here's some goodies coming your way... 🥧 🧁 🍰 🍩 🍪 😘

Awww, thank you!

Thank You!
Yes, I have recovered so much more than I ever expected to, thanks to physical and occupational therapy, and the careful use of steroids; and of course having a most helpful and understanding husband in this time of distress. But of course, some damage remains...I walk like a drunk, but am not, my balance seems to be permanently off; I like to say that my Gyro is broken. I am at times literally a "dizzy dame" due to "touch and go" optic damage. "Stuff" has definitely slowed me down, but I have regained the ability to walk without a walker or wheelchair! And, I can drive....which is very important to me because I am an independent, stubborn old blister.
In that 'initial' attack, my whole right side went out; I very simply could not do anything...could not write, type, brush my teeth, dress or bathe myself. Then after I had started recovering I had a go-round with Bell's Palsy; I thought that was an independent thing, but the neurologist said it was a result of the MS.

Sooo....when you had your stroke were you able to get that medication that will reverse all or some of the damage?

Passenger, In regards to your last statement/question, there is nothing that can undo what had happened to cause the stroke. At least in my case. Everyone who has a stroke, is affected differently. Not going into details, which it would be too lengthy, but I wish it never happened, I miss doing the things I once could; and on my own, for the love and support of my husband such as driving a car and being able to read better than I do now. But I've come a long way, and I am grateful for all my husband and our youngest daughters help.

I love cooking! I specialize in Chinese and Mexican dishes.

Chinese food uses a bunch of ingredients I am not familiar with. Would be interesting to try making something using some new stuff.