"Not all are called to be artists in the specific sense of the term. Yet, as Genesis has it, all men and women are entrusted with the task of crafting their own life: in a certain sense, they are to make of it a work of art, a masterpiece."

~Pope John Paul II, Letter to Artists

I take this quote very seriously. I believe in making ordinary life extraordinary in small ways.  For example, I like to light  candles during the week, place flowers on my table (even if they are weeds;) and play all sorts of music on my record player during dinner. Must we wait for a special occasion to light candles or make a beautiful nourishing meal? 

I would consider my home simple but filled with lovely items that bring me joy. For me beauty brings me life and its a part of who I am. God wants us to make masterpieces of our lives!  I don't know about you but I think that's so awesome.

"Never lose an opportunity of seeing anything beautiful, for beauty is God's handwriting."

~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Zucchini and Corn Side:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 
• 4 zucchinis, diced 
• 1 cup corn kernels, frozen, canned or roasted 
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 
• Juice of 1 lime 
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves 
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, or more, to taste
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• Recipe found here: http://damndelicious.net/2014/07/12/parmesan-zucchini-corn/