![]() I always cook my quinoa in the rice cooker, as I would rice. – Eleanor Roosevelt Quinoa Apple Cashew Salad ![]() Happiness is not a goal it is a by-product. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace, and gratitude. Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. I found a few quotes on happiness that made me smile: ![]() When reality turns out to be worse than the expectations, they’re unhappy. It’s pretty straightforward-when the reality of someone’s life is better than they had expected, they’re happy. It comes down to a simple formula: Happiness = Reality – Expectations I think right on! If you have time, check it out, Why Generation Y is Unhappy. My friend sent me this “ happiness” article, which is … WOW. Happiness also comes when we think of ourselves less, and others more. Happiness is unrelated to having “stuff.” Having stuff is not a determinant of happiness, but right perspective about stuff is a big determinant of happiness. We were amazed at the happy kids that we saw, the contentment-no selfish grabbing, fighting, crying, and no pouting. Some live in boarding schools, some sleep in beds made of wooden planks, and they wear clothes donated or handed down. They eat rice, corn and vegetables every day, with very little meat. Food, shelter, clothing and safety were all they needed. Paul and I learned this when we went to Africa. ![]() We know that two people with identical circumstances can have vastly different levels of happiness. We should have a life that is full of joy, no matter what our circumstances are. But … what really is happiness?ĭifferent people say different things, but for me, Christian happiness is the grace of loving, and being loved by, God. The sunshine (and bright blue skies) for sure make me happy. We’re over here in Bend, Oregon, and the sun has been shining so brightly! It truly is lovely over here. Make the quinoa ahead of time, where the recipe only takes 5 minutes to make!įriends, I made a very delicious, fresh Quinoa Apple Cashew Salad this week, that I think you will love! I love the combination of apples and cashews, and how this is a simple salad to pack in a containter for lunch in the outdoors, or even in the car if you’re out running errands! Of course, make it for lunch or dinner, and share it with a friend! This Quinoa Apple Cashew Salad is delicious served warm or cold. ![]()
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