It was one of those slow, rainy days, perfect for curling up with a book or watching the world go by through the window. Unfortunately, my to-do list had other plans. Today was house chore day, and as much as I’d rather be doing anything else, the vacuuming, dusting, and mopping weren’t going to do themselves. So I powered through, tackling each task one by one. It’s not glamorous, but these small acts of care keep the home feeling clean and cozy, and sometimes that’s enough to lift the spirits on a gray day.
By the afternoon, I turned my attention to the kitchen. There’s something comforting about making soup on a rainy day, and I decided to put together a simple cabbage and vegetable soup. I’ve learned over time that half a cabbage is more than enough, using a whole one tends to take over the pot! Along with the soup, I made a fresh salad and served it all with hearty whole wheat bread. Simple, nourishing, and satisfying, exactly what I needed.
Later in the evening, we wound down with a movie on Netflix called NONNAS. It’s based on a true story about a man with no prior experience in the food industry who opened an Italian restaurant on Staten Island, staffed entirely by grandmothers as the cooks. Their love, tradition, and authenticity brought something truly special to the place, and the restaurant is still open today. It was a heartwarming film, the kind that leaves you smiling and maybe even a little inspired. Definitely a feel-good watch to end a quiet, rainy day.
