The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings, but shorter tempers; wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints.

We spend more, but have less; we buy more, but enjoy i

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Now ...... do you want to know MY legacy?????

I owned nothing but the words and ideas that I shared with others...and gave them up freely to express my feelings and philosophies of my life. As I leave this place and go on to the next I am assured that my words and my actions ... the simple impressions that remain have caused a positive change ( and a smile ) in a few so that they can say of me..... "He had a wonderful imagination."

Cleaning out my computer today 6.12.09...I found this "buried" document. ( I get an upgraded / new computer every 3 years from my employer. One of the "perks" of being in education.)....anyway.... I presented this piece to the American Culinary Federation in 2003 with my application for Educator of the Year. I didn't get the nomination, but would like to share it here....6 years later. As I begin my 27th year in culinary education and my 40th year of the " Biznis of Cookin' "... I thought that s… Continue

Principles of Sustainable Food


People and businesses adopting a sustainable approach to food should:

1. Use local, seasonally available ingredients as standard, to minimize energy used in food production, transport and storage.

2. Specify food from farming systems that minimize harm to the environment, such as certified organic produce.

3. Limit foods that are of the most significant contributors to climate change, and promote meals rich in fruit, vegetables, pulses, whole grains and nuts.… Continue

It might be rants or rages.... things curious or otherwise ..but when I put it here I will ponder it further. Maybe answer myself or maybe not. Feel free to read.