What's in a name?

According to my Apple dictionary, admittedly not a definitive source, a ‘consideration’ is a thought, reflection, meditation, concern, rumination etc. I would like this blog to do those things. I’m hoping I can keep the posts positive because, as someone once reminded me, it is important to practise the habits of mind that you value and want to foster. For me those are: positivity, curiosity, openness and self-reflection (hence, a blog is a good forum).


Also, I’m calling them 'small' because I would like to try to get into the habit of blogging briefly but often. That way I can reflect on everyday occurrences and make this form of writing and thinking a habit, hopefully.


Monday, 1 September 2014

The joy of cooking (98/100)

Last night when I was at book club we got to talking about food and cooking. One girl said she didn't like cooking very much. She felt bored with all the chopping and just couldn't be bothered. I wondered if I should chime in with some of the others who said they also weren't keen on cooking. Thinking about it, I realised I do like cooking. I particularly like it when I'm not rushed and know that what I'm preparing is going to taste good. For instance, this afternoon I prepared the ingredients for tonight's dinner of a warm salad with spicy sausage.
I enjoyed the quiet in the kitchen. I noticed the texture of each vegetable that I chopped. I smelled the corn cobs as they softened in the boiling water. Now I'm looking forward to dinner in a few hours and wishing that I could make every chore as mindful and rewarding as making dinner.

97/100 – Twitter post from a Writer's Festival workshop.
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  1. Henry21 September 2014 at 15:04

    Yeah I agree. For me, cooking is enjoyable and a form of relaxing.

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