Years ago I learned how to cook, by watching the Food Network while nursing my daughter. I enjoyed cooking and trying new things, and feeding my family.
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And then one day, I just felt overwhelmed and gave up trying new things, resorting to the standards and slapdash meals, every so often hitting on a meal that was yummy.
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A few months ago, I started trying to get a hold on my messy home, and my finances, and have begun to have success. Then I started working on my mental health, and revisiting things that make me happy.
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So I tried making cinnamon buns for my kids. From scratch, for the first time. I should mention I do not usually do anything involving bread, or kneading, or rising, or resting… patience is not my strong suit.
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But these? They turned out! A bit over cooked, a bit too brown on the top, but good enough to make my kids happy. Definitely not burnt.
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Satisfyingly complete. A reminder that there is something so pleasing about making something from start to finish.
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What makes you happy?

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