Salt, Ink, & Soul
Writing on food, family, and identity
“I write so that our food, our struggles, and our stories are never forgotten, but carried forward as legacy.”
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Felix the Fox Collection
Gentle adventures from the Whispering Woods — stories of courage, friendship, and resilience for children, and for the adults who read beside them.
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The Bright Edge at the End
This pineapple with lime and chili is a light summer dessert built on contrast—sweet, sharp, and just spicy enough to wake the meal back up at the very end.
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The Cold Edge of Summer
This watermelon, feta, and mint salad brings cold, sweet, salty contrast to the table—an easy summer side served alongside Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken, with Pineapple with Lime & Chili coming next.
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Did I Do the Right Thing?
I had a friend who was very ill. One time when I visited her in the hospital, she asked if she could have her finances sent to me. I told her no. She had a boyfriend. She had family. I did not want to put myself in the middle of anything that could turn complicated…
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A Summer Meal That Doesn’t Ask Too Much
This lemon herb grilled chicken is the center of a simple summer meal—honest, bright, and made with quiet care. Serve it with Watermelon, Feta & Mint Salad and finish with Pineapple with Lime & Chili later this week.
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Singing Off the Weight of the Day
How do you unwind after a demanding day? After a demanding day, I turn to Bruce Springsteen. I put on the Essentials playlist, let the music fill the room, and give myself permission to let go. I sing like no one is listening and dance like nobody is watching. It is one of the simplest…
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Time, Distance, and the Things We Call Family
Time and distance change more than location. A quiet reflection on family, presence, and the people who truly remain.
