Roasted veggies for the soul

There is something so magical about comfort in simplicity. Roasted veggies are the perfect symbol for that.

I have been experiencing a lot of physical anxiety today. The kind that makes you want to ball your fists and rip your hair out; thwarted attempts at self soothing. It’s hard to find any way out in times like this. It feels so much easier to give in and scream and cry.

And it’s okay to do those things! A humongous part of processing your emotions is acting on / through them. I did beat the crap out of our punching bag for a while, but my hand started hurting, which led to more anxiety and a comical realization that I had no clue what my punching form had been in that moment. So DON’T F#CK UP YOUR HANDS!!

Instead…. Make some roasted veggies!

I am no stranger to the cycle of: Buy fresh veggies at the store with the intention of a fancy meal, put veggies in the crisper, and then stare at them with unwavering guilt each time you open the fridge with no intention of grabbing them. It’s easy to forget that the next step is to just throw ‘em in the oven ! (Okay there is definitely some more steps… get a pan, grab your oil yada yada SEE BELOW!)

It felt so reassuring to finally take action with them today. When the last thing I wanted to do was cook. I believe you can too <3

Alls I did was throw some asparagus, carrots, garlic, olive oil, and a seasoning blend (salt,pepper, oregano, onion powder, parsley, anddddd I forgot what else! Add Whatever, to your taste!) into the oven for about 25 ish (truly just a guess) minutes.

Not only is it delicious and nutritious, it also fills the home with a scent straight from a cozy childhood book. I am currently thinking of “Behind the Attic Wall,” which I adored as a child; and wanted so badly to enjoy their homestead meals!

sending you all my love <3 take care, friend