taking a time-out

i have the most charming victorian kitchen, complete with a vintage gas stove, sunny windows, and built-in cupboards.  i keep my darling kitchen filled with shiny jars of bulk grains and legumes, dried mushrooms and fruits, nuts, seeds, teas, and spices.  you see, the kitchen is my favorite place to be...yummy smells, warmth, comfort, and the source of so much culinary magic. 

however, recent life events (being hit by a car while riding my bike and having a screw put in my wrist) have put a damper on many of my cherished culinary activities, or really any activities that require the use of both my hands.  however, no need for pity, i have found a way to transform this highly unfortunate mishap into a great culinary adventure...i invited my friends and family to come cook for me!  i also relocated a nice cozy chair into the kitchen so i can witness and  take part (albeit somewhat vicariously) in the kitchen festivities.