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As stated by a friend of mine – Know your gifts and callings.

In just a few moments I will head over to a boardroom in our local hospital.  Health Canada is sponsoring a forum discussion time – particularly aimed at working with parents to prevent drug use among youth. 

The preparation materials have been interesting – pointing out that there is a problem.  At one point, they mention that overly stressing this point makes teens think this is alright – everyone else is doing it.  Other points include the fact that parents do hold a large place of influence in a youth’s life.

Those attending are expected to be front end personnel.  Those who deal directly with abuse in our society. 

As I say – should be interesting.  There will, I’m sure be much discussion.  The same discussion we have had a number of times in this community.  I wonder what points of action we will be able to implement today?

On a singing tour of the United States, a few decades ago, our tour director took us to the area where Corning Ware was headquartered.  We didn’t get to see the New York State headquarters, but the director made a point that this was a company of the future.

Cooks can tell you about Corning Ware.  Their casserole dishes have populated our cupboards over the years. 

So, I was interested when Corning put out a video of the future.  How would glass be used?  What would capture a new market that wasn’t already theirs?  Makes  you want to rethink how you do the passions of your life in new ways!

Well, here it is!  Check out this Corning Youtube concept video.

Some days I have to remember.  Remember what the past held and what delights me today.

Today’s supper is a case in point.  I grew up in a meat and potatoes home.  And I rather enjoyed that.  We added bread to the mix, sopped up the gravy and had a few vegetables.

Decades later I enjoyed tonight a salmon steak, a uniquely delicious cabbage salad, raised buns and delectable squash.  All tastefully seasoned.

As I step onto the scale tonight I recognize that my weight reflects a wholesome meal.  One which provides nourishment and light heartedness.  Not a bad thing.

I still crave the meat and potatoes every once in a while, but I’m quite satisfied with a newness of life found in the food I eat!