As with most everything that I do, my original concept for this blog was considerably different than what I think it's turning out to be. And also with most everything else that I do, what I think it's turning out to be may, in fact, be not at all what it does turn out to be.
First things first: The first real change in this blog was the title. The original title was to be "The Happy Homemaker", which is really just a rip-off of Betty White's character on the Mary Tyler Moore Show (which I adore). There was a part of me that wanted something more original, and yet another part of me who just did not want to work that hard. But I couldn't help thinking about it and the more I did, the more the title just did not seem to fit. The concept of this blog is to provide a space for me to share my spur of the moment recipes, one of the kind craft patterns, and maybe write a little bit too. So while my content remains in this vein, I realized that my style is really not that of the happy homemaker. Consider:
1. The issue of "Happy" - Not to lead you to believe that I am a hopelessly depressed person, but seriously, what person is happy all of the time? I can tell you it's not me. Honestly, I think that some of my best creations have come to me when I was mad, slightly depressed, or terribly bored. What better time to create a lavish previously non-existent recipe than when you're feeling a little angsty? Throw in a little tuna here, chuck a few tomatoes there, and before you know it you're soothing your nerves with some tasty food - my favorite form of therapy! So I knew that to describe myself as unquestionably happy was not only a lie, it was unnecessarily unrealistic.
2. The lie of "Homemaker" - Yes, I do have a home, and Martha Stewart is one of my greatest idols, but I realized that this still does not make me a full-fledged homemaker. Dictionary.com defines "homemaker" as, "a person who manages the household of his or her own family, esp. as a principal occupation." First of all, my family consists of a boyfriend and three cats; there is not a whole lot to manage. Second of all, what I do manage, I manage with the grace of a teenage boy. I'm not putting myself down, I'm just stating the facts. To illustrate my point, I would like you to know that I am currently typing this blog on my laptop while lounging on the sofa surrounded by various crocheting projects that are thoughtlessly strewn about, several different dirty mugs and glasses, and a kitten who is currently eating my dirty tissue at my feet. I'm not this gross all the time - I swear! - but even so, I'm clearly not Martha Stewart or Betty White.
So, you see why I couldn't lower myself to that lie (or elevate myself, I'm not sure which). It wouldn't just be lying to anyone reading this, but it would be denying myself my true identity. I would love to be the happy homemaker - Martha Stewart, teach me! - but I'm not, and maybe I never will be. But although I'm not the happy homemaker, I think that I still have a lot of useful and cool things to offer, in my own way. So I hope that you'll join me in discovering who your own inner "happy homemaker" is - and embracing that.
In conclusion, and to end the very first post on a productive note, here is a very simple and highly tasty wrap that I make myself practically every day. Enjoy!
Salsalicious Scrambled Wrap
Can be enjoyed as a tasty breakfast or lunch
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk
A pinch of basil
Salt (optional)
Pepper (optional)
Shredded cheddar
Your favorite brand of salsa
1 medium flour tortilla ( I use Rudi's Organic Bakery Whole Spelt Tortillas)
Heat greased ( I use Pam) frying pan over medium heat. In a small bowl whisk eggs, milk, and basil together until egg is no longer separated. Add salt and pepper to taste, if desired. Pour eggs into pan and scramble to your liking. Put eggs in the center of the tortilla (I usually warm mine in the microwave for 30 seconds first so that it is soft). Sprinkle as much cheddar cheese as you like over the eggs and spoon on your desired amount of salsa. Fold tortilla and enjoy!
First things first: The first real change in this blog was the title. The original title was to be "The Happy Homemaker", which is really just a rip-off of Betty White's character on the Mary Tyler Moore Show (which I adore). There was a part of me that wanted something more original, and yet another part of me who just did not want to work that hard. But I couldn't help thinking about it and the more I did, the more the title just did not seem to fit. The concept of this blog is to provide a space for me to share my spur of the moment recipes, one of the kind craft patterns, and maybe write a little bit too. So while my content remains in this vein, I realized that my style is really not that of the happy homemaker. Consider:
1. The issue of "Happy" - Not to lead you to believe that I am a hopelessly depressed person, but seriously, what person is happy all of the time? I can tell you it's not me. Honestly, I think that some of my best creations have come to me when I was mad, slightly depressed, or terribly bored. What better time to create a lavish previously non-existent recipe than when you're feeling a little angsty? Throw in a little tuna here, chuck a few tomatoes there, and before you know it you're soothing your nerves with some tasty food - my favorite form of therapy! So I knew that to describe myself as unquestionably happy was not only a lie, it was unnecessarily unrealistic.
2. The lie of "Homemaker" - Yes, I do have a home, and Martha Stewart is one of my greatest idols, but I realized that this still does not make me a full-fledged homemaker. Dictionary.com defines "homemaker" as, "a person who manages the household of his or her own family, esp. as a principal occupation." First of all, my family consists of a boyfriend and three cats; there is not a whole lot to manage. Second of all, what I do manage, I manage with the grace of a teenage boy. I'm not putting myself down, I'm just stating the facts. To illustrate my point, I would like you to know that I am currently typing this blog on my laptop while lounging on the sofa surrounded by various crocheting projects that are thoughtlessly strewn about, several different dirty mugs and glasses, and a kitten who is currently eating my dirty tissue at my feet. I'm not this gross all the time - I swear! - but even so, I'm clearly not Martha Stewart or Betty White.
So, you see why I couldn't lower myself to that lie (or elevate myself, I'm not sure which). It wouldn't just be lying to anyone reading this, but it would be denying myself my true identity. I would love to be the happy homemaker - Martha Stewart, teach me! - but I'm not, and maybe I never will be. But although I'm not the happy homemaker, I think that I still have a lot of useful and cool things to offer, in my own way. So I hope that you'll join me in discovering who your own inner "happy homemaker" is - and embracing that.
In conclusion, and to end the very first post on a productive note, here is a very simple and highly tasty wrap that I make myself practically every day. Enjoy!
Salsalicious Scrambled Wrap
Can be enjoyed as a tasty breakfast or lunch
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk
A pinch of basil
Salt (optional)
Pepper (optional)
Shredded cheddar
Your favorite brand of salsa
1 medium flour tortilla ( I use Rudi's Organic Bakery Whole Spelt Tortillas)
Heat greased ( I use Pam) frying pan over medium heat. In a small bowl whisk eggs, milk, and basil together until egg is no longer separated. Add salt and pepper to taste, if desired. Pour eggs into pan and scramble to your liking. Put eggs in the center of the tortilla (I usually warm mine in the microwave for 30 seconds first so that it is soft). Sprinkle as much cheddar cheese as you like over the eggs and spoon on your desired amount of salsa. Fold tortilla and enjoy!
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