I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • Salmon, Pasta, and Sweet Potato Bean Bowls

    Miso-glazed salmon, mushroom Alfredo pasta, and sweet potato black bean bowls make even the pickiest eater in the family happy. They’re rich without feeling heavy. They are the meals we…

  • Curry, Flatbread, and Chicken

    Tofu curry, roasted veggie flatbread, and spicy peanut chicken are the meals that taught us how much we love flavor. They’re colorful, noisy, and comforting all at once. Every time…

  • Salmon, Ravioli, and Salad

    Honey garlic salmon, ricotta spinach ravioli, and Greek salad with grilled chicken make weeknights feel a little fancy. They’re the meals we serve when we’re pretending we have our lives…

  • Soup, Chicken, and Burritos

    Thai coconut vegetable soup, lemon chicken rice bowls, and spicy bean burritos keep dinner interesting without being complicated. They’re bold enough to feel exciting but still easy enough to pull…

  • Buddha Bowls, Linguine, and Chicken

    Roasted veggie Buddha bowls, creamy shrimp linguine, and Mediterranean chicken are the meals we reach for when we want to feel luxurious. They strike the perfect balance between fresh and…

  • Soup, Pasta, and Chicken

    Tomato soup with grilled cheese, spinach Alfredo pasta, and baked chicken tenders are our comfort trio. They’re simple but nostalgic; they are the kind of meals nobody complains about. They’re…

  • Paninis, Stroganoff, and Tofu Noodle Bowls

    Chicken pesto paninis, mushroom stroganoff, and tofu noodle bowls are the meals we all agree on instantly. No debating, no negotiating — just “yes, let’s make that.” They’re the foods…

  • Soup, Salmon, and Wraps

    Tuscan white bean soup, maple glazed salmon, and buffalo cauliflower wraps are our unexpected favorites. They started as “let’s try this” recipes and became meals that we all love. It’s…

  • Chicken, Pasta, and Sandwiches

    Cilantro-lime chicken, roasted butternut squash pasta, and grilled vegetable sandwiches show up on our table often. They are simple, but they are always satisfying. They feel like the meals that…

  • Soup, Enchiladas, and Shrimp

    Chicken tortilla soup, veggie enchiladas, and garlic lemon shrimp are the meals everyone enjoys. They are comforting without being heavy, warm without being overwhelming. We make them when we need…