Worth the Effort

“Even if you love to cook as much as I do, getting a meal on the table can seem like running a marathon,” writes Barbara Fairchild in Bon Appetit Fast Easy Fresh Cookbook. “And no one lacks for excuses to stay out of the kitchen: the kids’ soccer practice, answering e-mail, quick pizza delivery, good cable TV. We’re busy, our families have crazy schedules, and grocery shopping is seldom a chore we look forward to. The simple ritual of sitting around the table and sharing a meal, like friends and families should, is not so simple to carry off.”

What strikes me about that introduction to Fairchild’s book is her statement saying that “friends and families should” sit around the table and share a meal. Of course, she’s not alone in believing that the ritual of gathering around the table for a meal is important.

Yet Fairchild is right – often putting a meal on the table can seem like an overwhelming challenge. Is it really worth the effort?

Yes, it is worthy the effort. A social meal nourishes both our bodies and our souls.

The good news is, there’s help. This blog is dedicated to help you celebrate every day. While this blog’s blend of practical tips and recipes is unique in that it pays attention to the spiritual dimension of eating, there are other resources you can turn to for help. There are some great cookbooks, television shows and websites out there that can help you figure out how to get tasty, nutritious food onto the table quickly.