Good Enough ￨ Holiday Acceptance

Happy Solstice! At the time of this recording, Yule is officially upon us and Christmas is just days away! This is the time when many of us start thinking that we haven’t done “enough”. We worry that we haven’t bought enough, baked enough, sent enough cards etc. These thoughts of not "enough-ness" wear us down and deny us of our sense of contentment. This episode is all about embracing “good enough”. Whether you’ve checked everything off your list, or barely scratched the surface, allow yourself to appreciate where you’re at while enjoying the gifts in front of you. At the end of the day, it’s enough and so are you! What am I reading?https://bookshop.org/shop/witchywomanwalkingThe Weaver and the Witch Queen by Genevieve GornichecWhat am I playing on repeat?Where is my Mind by the PixiesWhat’s for dinner?Veggie/Fruit/Cheese BoardChop up any combination of produce and cheese that you like:Cheese of choice Red PepperCherry TomatoesCucumberPomegranateArtichokesOlivesDatesFigsGrapesPistachiosAlmondsHummusRoasted eggplant spreadOlive OilGround PaprikaTzatzikiParsleyNo Knead Rosemary Breadhttps://damndelicious.net/2017/12/05/no-knead-rosemary-bread/Soft Lemon Cookies- Jamie Oliver Ingredients:21/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup butter, softened11/2 cups granulated sugar2 large eggs2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1 teaspoon vanilla extractPowdered sugar, for dusting Instructions:Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until combined. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and beat until combined.Drop by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.Dust with powdered sugar before serving.Support the show