Kim-The Seasoned Lady

Eeating well doesn’t have to mean sweating over a hot skillet. A cold summer menu can be just as nourishing, satisfying, and (dare we say it?) downright delightful. Here’s a fresh, fuss-free lineup of cool dishes that are easy to make, nutrient-packed, and perfect for patio dining or shaded porch snacking. No oven, no stress—just pure seasonal goodness.

To my daughters: your sacrifice may not have been recognized with medals or ceremonies, but it was no less real. You served this country in the hardest of ways—by living with grace, perseverance, and loyalty in the shadow of a calling that asked more of all of us than we realized at the time. You are patriots. Every bit as much as your active-duty daddy.

This year—2025—has been especially poignant. Some beautiful, life-giving moments have arrived that I never expected. I’ve treasured those. But then came the gut-punches. The kind that leave your stomach in knots and your brain in a fog. I've found myself saying, more than once, “Can we just have a boring year, please?” followed by a laugh that carries a hint of too much truth.