Set a beautiful table with fresh flowers, a centerpiece of leaves, pine cones, berries, acorns, sea shells or crystals - something lovely to reflect the season. use the ‘good dishes’ and simple but cared-for linens. clear away remnants of work, mail, phone, etc. after hands are washed and everyone is assembled, light the dinner candle. Breathe. Smile.
In my home we all enjoy holding hands and singing the blessing together- blessing your food signals the body to relax and receive; gratitude is good for digestion. (I love to take this moment to see the light in my family’s eyes). Then the feast begins! I encourage my tigers to take their time and really savor every bite. Whatever I serve it will be of the freshest, most nourishing ingredients prepared with love. I truly believe the woman sets the tone in the home. Loved-up food, enjoyable conversation and having gratitude for the bounty of love offered in the food and people surrounding you is the path to harmony around your table. In-Joy!
Shannon ‘Shakaya Breeze’ Leone is a Mom, Artist, Writer and Raw Foodist who has converted her whole family over to the benefits of Raw Foods 8 years ago. Shannon believes women are the Spiritual Leaders in relation- ships, and our children and men thrive to the extent that we do!
www.rawmom.com
St’raw’berry Shortcake
This health-giving sweet treat can be made in 15 minutes flat so there’s no excuse not to splurge!
Crust
2 C almonds 1/3 C honey 1/4 C shredded coconut (unsweetened) pinch of Celctic Sea Salt 1-2 T organic olive oil
PROCESS in food processor until finely ground. Press into a pie plate.
Filling
1 C raw cashews 1 C raw walnuts 1/2 C raw honey
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1/4 raw Coconut Oil 1 lemon squeezed vanilla extract to taste
BLEND in a high powered blender until smooth and creamy.
POUR onto crust.
DECORATE generously with slices of strawberries. Garnish with a sprig of mint or large strawberry.
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