The Two Circles That Changed My Life
A difficult baseball game became the perfect opportunity to teach my son one of the most valuable Stoic lessons: focus your energy on what matters and what you can control.
Embracing Enough: Welcome to Lou LaMedica’s Personal Blog
"Embracing Enough" is my exploration of a life well-lived—where gratitude meets growth. From mindset and parenting to small business insights, easy family recipes, and personal finance, this blog shares practical wisdom on appreciating what we have and finding fulfillment in the everyday.
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Why Everyone Needs a North Star (More Than Goals)
Looking back at old journals, I discovered the difference between goals and a North Star—and how life can move in the right direction even when plans don't.
Starting Classical Guitar at 48 — Why I’m Learning Something New (and Hard)
At 48 years old, I decided to learn classical guitar — not because I needed another hobby, but because I missed the feeling of being a beginner again.
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Quick Pickled Cucumbers with Rice Vinegar (Inspired by Kenji)
These quick pickled cucumbers, inspired by J. Kenji López-Alt’s Serious Eats recipe, are sweet, tangy, crisp, and ready in minutes. Perfect for rice bowls, salads, or snacking straight from the jar.
Air Fryer Roasted Garlic
Learn how to roast garlic in the air fryer—simple, hands-off, and packed with flavor. Use in soups, sauces, vinaigrettes, and more. Plus, how to store and use it!
The Grocery List That Changed Everything
A practical, no-BS healthy grocery list filled with real ingredients to help you stay on track, feel better, and make fast, satisfying meals without overthinking it.
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