Hungarian Goulash, Light Therapy and Fashion Musings

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Fashion Musings in today’s world, coupled with the art of self-care, is a tricky dance.

We are all going through a lot, but it seems like people are cruel to anyone who doesn’t fit their ideal of human being.

My intolerance for intolerance starts where others are intolerant of others for simply existing.

Existing in bodies and identities that cannot be changed. 

Nor should they be. 

It would seem that others in power, and in society, would rather make rules that oppress, rather than get along while living in our shared differences. 

Unfortunately, it has gotten to the point that we cannot move alongside each other in such stark and dangerous differences together when one takes a look at the genocidal tone of the past year in America and throughout the world.

I can’t believe this is the world we inhabit, yet I guess something like America’s departure from shinning star is due to happen.

How do you deal?

Hungarian Goulash

I made Hungarian Goulash from my great-great-grandma’s recipe. I tried to improvise, and I don’t think I will next time. 

It was really good; however, I just want to try her recipe down to the last detail. You know?

Just to see how she made it.

If you want a deep purple red goulash, add beets. 

For my first go around at making Hungarian Goulash, I think I did alright. It was not as good as my great-aunt’s, who made it this past summer. Hers was so good. I still dream about it. She added beets too, but hers was chef’s kiss. No notes. 

My specialty is Chicken Paprikash. That, I do have down. 

I was stunned to find how easy the goulash was to make. The flavors in the goulash make it feel like it is something truly complex. 

It’s honestly the most beautiful soup, and so rich and full of amazing nutrients. 

I really enjoyed the meal prep.

Imagine taking all the world’s frustration out on some unassuming vegetables against the grains of a cutting board.

It felt amazing to go off on some veggies. 

Hungarian Goulash is perfect for the winter months, but you can make it year round if you want. I even think Hungary has a cold cherry soup as well. Not as brave to try that yet.

The goulash, however, is divine.

Truly. 

I will link a recipe for you to try here. 

The Balaclava – Fashion Musings

Next, the balaclava.

How fun is the balaclava?

I love it so much. I have two. They can be worn as a scarf, and are such a great layering piece.

Recently I saw a knitted triangle scarf. I want one so badly now.

Maybe I should crochet or knit my own?

Right now, I have one balaclava in pink and one in cream and I am on the hunt for more cool-toned colors (mine are warmer shades right now (I bought them online), but I have been trying to wear mine any chance I get.

Here is a great knitted option offered in solid colors from Etsy seller LuxeFrStudio.

LED Light Therapy Mask – These do Look Slightly Dystopian

Now to LED masks.

I will write a review on mine. I promise, but for now, just know– they are worth every penny.

Do make sure that you research the brand of LED light therapy masks.

Short story short — applied pressure and sitting still.

Heaven.

Is it just as good as therapy? It’s a start.

I think the best thing we can do for ourselves is to find the small pockets of joy, try to be intentional, pay attention to what is going on in the world, but figure out a way to rebalance, as that is the way of resistance and resisting a fascist government.

You know?

Do I have that figured out? Also, no!

TTFN,

Nikita