A forgotten basement became the most meaningful room in my home — a quiet sanctuary built for music, learning, and slowing down. Inspired by my dad’s garage and Philippe Dufour’s morning ritual, this space reminded me that sanctuary isn’t a destination. It’s intention, light, warmth, and one small corner you claim for yourself.
A year of small, steady habits transformed my strength at 50. From rowing to barbell training, here’s how I became stronger than I was in my 40s.
An all-day tomato meat sauce that tastes like home. Slow-cooked with soffritto, beef, tomatoes, and optional mushroom tea, this cozy bowl of spaghetti is pure comfort — the kind of meal that makes the whole house smell like love.
A deeply comforting split pea soup simmered with bacon, cabbage, sweet carrots, and a splash of balsamic to brighten the whole bowl. Simple ingredients, slow-cooked flavor — perfect for cold days.
Planning a tour in Washington, DC? We make feeding your group easy with fresh, individually packed gourmet box lunches delivered directly to your tour bus—on time and stress-free. Perfect for student trips, adult tours, and educational travel.
A cozy onion broth udon inspired by a bowl I used to order during my Wall Street days — now a family favorite. Sweet onions, smoky bacon, mushroom “noodles,” tender shabu-shabu beef, and a quick 국밥 twist for the leftovers.
A cold, rainy day in Northern Virginia calls for the classics: a crunchy sourdough grilled cheese and a silky homemade tomato soup that warms you from the inside out.
A crispy, cheesy, saucy leftover meatloaf sandwich that tastes even better the next day. Built on a club roll with BBQ-ranch sauce, melted American, fried onions, and tangy pickles. Easy to make, perfect for game day, and a family favorite in our house.
A quiet Thanksgiving walk turned into a surprise adventure when we uncovered a hidden geocache that has been sitting in the woods since 2011. A new family memory, a handwritten note, and a fresh reason to explore the outdoors.
Gooey, buttery, dangerously addictive Rice Krispy treats made the right way.
A walk in the woods with my daughter turned into a lesson about momentum, balance, and why moving forward is almost always easier than standing still.
The best advice I’ve ever given my kids isn’t about work or money. It’s about love—and the choice that shapes the rest of your life.
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