Writing Time!

So, my lovely other half has convinced me to start writing again. Something that I haven't done in a long while, because I have had major writer's block. Now, being re-inspired and living happily, I decided to write a book. But, don't worry! I wont let it take too much time away from here. 

I'm kind of excited! I decided to take two hours out of my day, every day to write. No technology, no animals (unless they are sleeping), no Cody, no interactions, just me and the computer. Perfect harmony. 

Have you ever thought about doing what you love without any distractions? You should try it sometime. It's very detoxing, in a way. 

Ok, maybe I'll have some tea while I write (:

Tom Yum Goong Soup

This soup is ridiculously amazing. Point blank. It's the defines Thai flavor. It's both hot and cold. Also, my new favorite and very easy to make vegan, (which is the recipe I'll be giving you. I'll include the normal parts).

What you'll need:

  Tofu (amount to preference or you can do shrimp)

  4-5 cups soup broth

  2 stalks fresh lemongrass, lightly pounded

  4 Tbs fish sauce

  1/3 cups sliced fresh galangal (in the ginger family, like ginger root)

  1/2 cup mushroom (half or whole)

  6-8 lime leafs shredded

  4 tablespoons lime juice

  6 crushed fresh chile peppers (or to your satisfaction)

  2 tablespoons prik pao (roasted chile in oil)

  and fresh cilantro for garnish

What to do:

  Bring broth to boil. Then add the lemongrass, lime leaves and galangal. Bring     back to boil and add the mushrooms, prik pao, fish sauce and lime juice. Add tofu(you can also roast them before) and the chile peppers and wait till cooked through. Then serve.

This dish is absolutely one of my favorites. Hope you can try it and enjoy!

This isn't my photo. It's theirs

Tea of the Month

And the award goes to.... Vanilla Roobios Tazo Tea. 

My sister gave this too me for Christmas and it took me a whole month to open it and try it. And when I did try it, I absolutely loved it. That says a lot, especially since I am extremely avid and picky tea drinker; she seems to know me best when it comes to my favorite kind of flavors. I love that, my relationship with her is extremely important to me. 

Anyways, I've decided to keep trying several different teas, just so I can grow my tea collection and because it is fun to try things new. What's your favorite tea? Maybe, just maybe, I'll give it a try.

Also, I'm excited to start experimenting making different teas, soon.

Mika and Leo

Getting your home ready for house showings can be a very trying task. Thankfully, Cody has been such a big help while I have been working, packing, cleaning and playing video games. He has been such a great help (I'll update you on our house selling experience, later). I have learnt so much during all of this too, especially since I am the kind of person that frets over the silliest things, and this has taught me how not to do that. I've actually started to focus my energy on other things (like exercising, figuring out some healthy recipes and working on my coding). 

Anyways, here are some photos from today (:

 She is getting so big, it is absolutely ridiculous. She is officially 9 weeks old. And she has a big girl check up on Monday!

 Definitely recommend getting this if you have a young puppy, there is a free vet's checkup, cleaning, food, toys and tons of other offers. Definitely, think about it. 

 And Leo. Oh, our crazy cat. I'll have to share some stories soon.