During retirement, you have the whole day ahead of you to plan and seize. You have time to go for a walk, to hike, cook nutritious and satisfying meals, or engage in your favorite hobbies. Yoga before bed is my favorite routine. It stops any numbness or tingling in the extremities for me. It just requires commitment and effort.
This week, I am making my first loaf of sourdough bread. initially, it felt like too much work. To my surprise, I am enjoying the process of stirring the starter, replacing the plastic wrap on the glass bowl, and covering the project with a dish towel. The wet, sticky dough is methodically bubbling and developing. Tomorrow I will add the flour, knead the dough, let it rise, and bake it. The anticipation and growth is very satisfying. Bread is so ancient and universal. It will be a treat to dip it in some extra virgin olive oil and salt.
I recently canceled my streaming service. Instead, spending time gardening barefoot, knitting with groups and at home, and reading Barbra Streisand’s autobiography have become my new chosen activities. It is such a relief to choose healthy, talented company. How are you using your free time? Does it suit your needs, your soul and personality?
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It's great to see a post from you, Stephenie.
ReplyDeleteI must admit to being rather envious of your sourdough. Disappointingly, I never managed to get mine to work. Xx
Thanks, Jules. I love your blog. Hopefully this sourdough loaf will work. I have it in my vintage O’Keefe and Merritt oven. That seems to keep the temperature where it needs to be. I have been stirring it regularly…
ReplyDeleteI haven't had any luck with sourdough, myself (or, even getting regular bread to rise properly!), but, I hope your sourdough bread comes out well. I don't have any streaming services, but, I do have regular TV with access to the PBS stations.
ReplyDeleteHi Bless, I love PBS. I used to make the New York Times No Knead bread recipe, and it came out beautifully. Some vintage recipes have worked well for me, too. Sometimes replacing your yeast helps it to rise. It needs a warm environment.
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