Had the best dinner last night.
I have the most excellent friends! Everyone has been great this month, not just understanding but enthusiastic about helping me eat well. Kirsti and Greg showed up a couple weeks ago with special treats. Natalie called last night to make sure I knew about the Wild Oats grocery store’s gluten-free ice cream social coming up. (Too bad I have to miss it because of travel!)
And last night, Matt and Meg cooked a fantastic dinner. Chips and salsa, followed by dill rice (with fresh dill from their garden, no less!), a grilled corn succotash that included red onions, edamame, green beans, tomatos, fresh basil and a yummy dressing with balsamic vinegar and lemon juice. Grilled pork chops with a tasty, spicy rub from The Spice House. (You really must try their rubs and seasoning combos!) And a big bowl of berries for dessert. All gluten-free naturally!
I felt so spoiled. They had made a similar spread earlier in the week and thought of me. Isn’t that nice? I think it just goes to show you that if you take the time and action to build a solid circle of friends - your support team (which I talk about a ton on ChronicBabe) you get to have special treats and surprises. And you feel less like a weirdo or an imposition and more like a welcome friend. You gotta love that!