Acupuncture & Buckwheaties.

Seems like an odd combo, doesn't it?

They are both ending up being lifesavers for me, however, so I've made them the theme for today's post.

I am still struggling mightily with some post-surgical issues from surgery I had in Sept. So finally, out of sheer desperation and despair, I went to see an acupuncturist yesterday. She not only does acupuncture, but also while she is heating the body with needles and infrared light, she does light massage and talks one through what she refers to as "a somatic journey". Really good stuff.

Of course, the really good alternative care-givers are never in ones insurance plan, so we have to figure out how to pay for it; but I am definitely going back to see her. She was absolutely worth every penny and so, of course, I have to thank my friend Patty Sgreci, for the recommendation. If anyone else close by is following this blog, her name is Wendy Goodwin, and she can be found at this link:

http://wendygoodwinacupuncture.com/

As for the buckwheat; I don't usually use other peoples recipes, unless I'm trying to familiarize myself with something new. Well, I haven't had much luck with buckwheat, thus far, but finally today, it's all come together.

Not without the help of Julia Jules Corbett, who wrote and distributed (for free, mind you), an ebook called "Recipes for Life". Thanks to her and her lovely little book,  I've discovered the unique and divine pleasure of "buck-wheaties".

Wow. What a marvel they are. It's hard to believe something so simple could be so good, but there ya' go. So inexpensive too. I'm almost inclined to just sprout gallons of the things and dehydrate them, to sell as cereal. So incredibly good for you, and such a marvel. Did I say I liked em'? Yes, I surely am repeating myself, but I just can't get over it.  I firmly believe that everyone should buy em, dry em and try em!

And if you need a scrumptious recipe to get you started, check out Julia's ebook, at the following site:

http://www.divianaalchemy.com

There's a recipe towards the end of this book, called "yum cookie dough" that nobody should go through life, without trying, in MHBMO. (My Humble Big Mouth Opinion).

Of course, you may want to invest in a dehydrator, but I almost bet you could dry these in an electric oven with the light on. It may take longer, but would most likely work out okay.

Well, yea, so that's it for today. I took a flop on the ice, earlier today, while walking the dog. I banged my head pretty hard and feel the need for more sleep (and that's AFTER I already took a nap). I guess when it rains, it pours. I'm just grateful the sun was out and it wasn't too cold.

Signing off from Rara Avis Fine Foods at The House of Found Goods.