Across the United States, we were slammed with an arctic blast. Temperatures dropped into the single digits here in Northwest Georgia early this morning. Schools delayed opening by two hours to allow the sun time to rise and melt any potential mountain run off so kids would be safe getting to school. I’m grateful they gave the babies extra time to sleep and time for the sun to warm things up a little bit. I’m also incredibly grateful that I was scheduled for a day off today. I wanted no part of leaving home at all today. After working six days straight and fighting off all the cold and flu strains flying around, I wanted to stay home, soak my aching bones in a hot bath, and cook up a big batch of chicken noodle soup. I had to roast a couple of chickens to accomplish this task, but we now have leftover chicken meat for a couple of meals. I’m grateful for freshly roasted chicken, mixed veggies, and mashed potatoes in my near future. I’m also grateful for the healing qualities in a bone broth. Call it a myth or an old wives’ tale — chicken soup will cure what ails you.
So while I’m snuggled here on the futon with a sweater-wearing pup, I’m extremely grateful to be warm and cozy. Stay warm everyone!
There really is something about chicken soup, isn’t there? I made miso soup last night. It’s like a hug for the tummy. It’s frigid up here and we got snow. I managed to shovel the sidewalk this morning but Jess will have to snow blow the rest. I love winter but not this frigid bitter cold. Although it is good for fighting off the germ spreading! Happy Weekend to you! Looking forward to Cultivate!
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