Receiving the Rerouting

Well, it’s been a long, long time but I just wanted to update you on the last few years and months in Culinaire Claire’s world! So much has changed as so much remains the same. Claire’s French Bakery was going great guns until I couldn’t stand up anymore with pains from complete overuse in my back–from neck to hips. Turns out rolling all those croissants and kneading loaves and loaves of bread weekly is harder work than you might imagine!

So, after discontinuing the weekly menu/email, baking and deliveries, I had many appointments with the chiropractor, acupressurist and the couch. It was a bit of a long summer waiting for it all to heal and now I’m in the midst of strengthening my core again. I am only baking to order, making sourdough, rye and some sweets for friends and family. I miss my job, but I know now that I can’t continue to approach this whole business of baking like I’m killing snakes! I’m still so happy to be bread to all kinds of hungry as each opportunity presents itself.

A new route I am traveling is to write a couple of books within the next few months and years. I have done much journaling throughout my lifetime and have been involved in many activities and experiences that will lend themselves to at least three books rattling around in this head and heart of mine.

I believe I have some wisdom to impart if not a few good laughs to humor you through your days! There is a cookbook, a laugh book and a hope and healing book for women.

The rerouting has been one of introspection and difficulty. You see, I have never really been great with accepting change. I tend to overthink things and usually think I am to blame if situations go awry. A bit of a control freak, I am concerned about many things. I am a take charge kind of girl for the most part and I can get things done! Just stand back, hold my cuppa, and watch this!

One thing I do like about me is my teachable spirit. I can be taught and I love to learn. I am an avid reader, keeper of journals, and fond of learning new skills and hobbies. I have been called a great many things, but the one that I choose to remember and like is “Renaissance Woman!” Yep! That’s me–woman of the world.

I hope to continue this blog with more frequency. I hope you continue to come back!

Thanks for listening.

Saddle up missy, we got a trail to blaze!

Love you! Diane