What foods/beverages do you eat when you want to nurture yourself?

Hi peanut jar...mmmmmmmm good! That was my response to reading what you like to eat when looking for comfort food. Everything you describe certainly has a 'down-home' stick to your ribs appeal to it. With my love of peanut butter I have to say the thick slice of homemade bread toasted with A LOT of peanut butter gets my vote...just love my peanut butter too! Do you like smooth or crunchy...or does peanutjar care? Just as long as it has peanuts...right? Happy munching... Raia

Lol,actually peanutjar only likes the smooth and creamy peanut butter in her jar,haha!I do not like the crunchy kind.When i was young i use to put a big tablespoon of peanutbutter in my mouth,thats how much i loved it,lol.I think i will go make one right now,it's about tht time of night i get my nightly food cravings,haha!I wonder why?!All this talking about food every night. Peanut-jar:)

On the other hand if we are going to talk about indulgence there are two things that I love-one is almond halwa, and the other is good icecream.I used to make very good sweets at home , but now that I am middleaged I have to watch my weight and so I control my sweet tooth a bit.Today I made a wonderful sweet dish at home and believe it ,it was really nice and it was a reincarnation of left -over porridge in a totally different garb.Even a great expert cook would have had difficulty identifying it.

I used to make divine almond halwa at home and this was an alltime favourite with in-laws too. I forgot to write that I love chocolates, cream biscuits and generally all sweets. I love peanut chikky -this is roasted groundnuts made into balls with thick jaggery syrup mix. It is like chewing gum in texture and is great.As far as beverages go, I have no specific preferences except coffee and tea.

Oh Kala... I took some time read and then re-read your three additions to this discussion so I could absorb the energy contained within them. In doing so it allowed me to pick up on another aspect of your life, traditions and favorite foods and beverages. It gives me real pleasure to envision you in your favorite chair savoring your morning tea. You know what my friend...I have a similar ritual. Green, Jasmine, Oolong or Bojemi are four of my favorite teas and I alternate them throughout the week. My grandmother was a Brit...and I learned the fine art of tea brewing from her very early in life. She was always adamant that the pot be heated before EVER putting the tea in. She felt that putting the tea in and adding boiling water without pre-heating it did not allow for a proper release of the blend. Whether that I true or not it is the way I have made tea and to this day I would not want to dishonor her memory and the special tea times we shared by doing it any other way. Then as you do, I love to take my pot and a crystal clean clear cup and sit down and start my day in the leisurely way you do. When you went on to say what your favorite foods are and saying that you would prepare them for me if I ever come to India really touches my heart. As our pen-pal friendship is deepening and expanding I often think what a deep level of enjoyment I would derive from participating in what you describe with you. Another parallel...I absolutely love chunky peanut butter too and when time permits we make our own with just peanuts in our Champion juicer. It has an attachment that allows us to make yummy chunky peanut or other nut butters. So yet another thing we have in common even though we are two women in different cultures and countries. I would love to sit cross-legged and have you tell me more about you, your country, your travels and share our views on most anything. Thankfully with the improvement in my knees I am now able to be that and I am grateful. It is a real pleasure to discuss deeper topics with you...but also wonderful to share personal preferences, interests and things that enhance the quality of life on every level. Your interest and support of my topics means a lot to me...thank you. Until we chat again very warm wishes and caring regards are being sent your way. Raia

Veggie stew with dumplings...mmmmmm sounds so stick to the ribs GOOD! Raisin-filled cookies...that is a good one too! Yummies in our tummies alright. Raia

Fruit juices like mango and coconut are common here, you can find them almost everywhere and turn into fresh juices. Though there are those that're preserved, I prefer to make them my own. Haven't been active here for the past month as well, been busy during the holidays also. But I'm hoping that I can keep up on some of my friends here, their topics and respond to others that catches my attention!;)

I appreciate hearing about your juicing preferences...they are a yummy, nourishing drink alright. Well even though you haven't been here as much it is always good to connect when we can. Wishing you all you would like for yourself in the months ahead. We will chat again when the time is right. Raia

Greetings Raijin...how delightful to hear from you again. I haven't been around here as much the past couple of months because of the holidays, work and personal commitments. However, I hope to be able to structure more regular Mylot time because I truly miss the connections with valued on-line friends...and I count you among them. I also wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, abundant 2008 and beyond and thank you for your warm hearted wishes for us. Much appreciated. Sounds like you have some traditional dishes that nourish your body and spirit...and that is what comfort foods are about alright. Mango and coconut juices are something I would love to drink...are they commercial drinks or something your make yourself? I am a big fan of 'au natural' foods and drinks and my hubby makes me a wide variety of juices from fresh fruits and vegetables that really nourish me on all levels too. Anyway, I expect we'll be chatting more and I look forward to that. In the meantime...eat, drink and be happy...but as you say...all in moderation! Cheers and best regards, Raia

hmmm i love ferrero also. it is nice to know that we have a lot in common.

Yes...as we chat more it becomes clear that we truly do have a lot in common...and that is a nice little heart-warmer. I appreciated our shared enthusiasm for Shrek and company from the very beginning...but have also taken note of our like-mindedness in other areas as well. As we speak here I just polished off two Ferrero Rochers from a box that friends gave David and I as one of our Christmas presents. They were finger licking, mouth watering delicious. The way they melt in your mouth and that creamy chocolate center...yes I am becoming more passionate for chocolate than I ever was throughout my whole life before. Sexy, sensual delicious melt in your mouth chocolate...I am a late bloomer but fully 'get' what others have been telling me for years. Chocolate is a lovely treat! I fully intend to enjoy it in small portions because no chocolate is worth putting on weight for...too hard to take it off at this point in life! Anyway, thanks for keeping in touch...I will do the same. Raia

Hi again.. Apple juice that sounds like a healthy nurturing food. Ah yes, a little chocolate that is a treat that I didn't put down but I do enjoy it upon occasion too. I like Lindor and Ferrero Rocher...mmmm, mmmm good! Raia

Hello Mischasi and welcome to Mylot. Ice cream...that is a popular nurturing food for a lot of people. Do you have a favorite flavor? I support your use of cranberry juice with bladder infections..it sure does a lot to re-balance the body chemistry. Raia

Oh yes...Hagan Daz! My view is if you are going to indulge do it with good quality foods. Yes, we will see each other around. We all cycle in and out of discussions and are bound to chat again. Hope so! Again enjoy your time here...I sure do! Raia

Thanks for the welcome to myLot....awww, I'm still a baby. My favorite ice-cream flavor is Dulce de Leche by Haagen-Dazs. See ya around.

Hi Whiteheather and warm new years greetings... Ice cream...yes, that is a special treat for me as well. Do you have a favorite flavor? Plain old vanilla or tiger/tiger (orange with licorice) are favorites. I also like sherbet...orange and lime are refreshing too. Anyway, keep on keeping on! Raia

Hello Williamjisir...good to chat with you again at the beginning of a new year. It is important for you to know that your words have a very endearing energy to them my friend...and it touches my spirit...thank you. Yes, I am your perspective friend...but you can also call me Raia...or perspective...because I feel the energetic exchange no matter what name you use. Your nurture foods certainly fall into a healthy living category and I am sure your body appreciates that. May the foods you eat and the beverages you drink continue to nourish you for many, many years to come. Wishing you a bountiful year full of all the blessing you deserve. Your friend perspectives Raia

I used to be much more fixated on 'good and bad' foods. Now I think your approach is the way to go...enjoy the special treats upon occasion...thoroughly and eat healthy the rest of the time. Good plan. Raia

Hi Andy...new years cheer to you too! It is great to hear the number of members who gravitate to healthy food choices like vegetables. There sure is a change in consciousness from year ago when junk food used to be the nurture food of choice. Good to hear from you and we'll keep that going into 2008. All the best my friend, Raia