Art of the Pie®

Making the World a Better Place One Pie at a Time

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Welcome
    • About
    • Kate McDermott Press Mentions
  • Books
    • Bibliography
    • Erratum
  • Learn
  • Recipes
  • Videos
  • Contact
    • Media Inquiries
You are here: Home / Thoughts / Preparing

Preparing

04/02/2019 By Kate McDermott-Art of the Pie 6 Comments

Preparing

A word that takes on so many meanings. Preparing for life, love, travel, dreams, creativity, aging, fear, the beyond. I think about these things a lot. They don’t stop me from continuing on my path…wherever it leads. I’ve never had a plan. I often feel that we see a glimpse of our life as we take a first breath…just before it explodes like a colorful starburst into a gazillion pieces;

A gift of my own very personal and very perfect puzzle with seemingly random puzzle pieces that I place back together, forming a picture, that, when complete, I will see for one brief moment with my last breath. The corner pieces are anchors. My children fit in as big corner pieces, and are surrounded by flowers from my many gardens.

Two small pieces to place in:

A long time friend and I make a pie together. It is wonderful having another capable pair of hands in the kitchen who adroitly use a rubber spatula as I tilt the pan of an experiment. Did you know that boiled cider can cook down so much it becomes apple caramel candy?  Experiments are where the learning takes place.

The flowering currant is buzzing with bees. My white comforter is airing out in the spring sunshine. I’ll fluff it, and have clean sheets tonight, too.

Filed Under: Thoughts Tagged With: flowers, Garden, Pie, Spring

6 Thoughts on Preparing
    Dianne Wright
    2 Apr 2019
     1:42pm

    Love to read your thoughts and that garden..! Wow. Here in Reno the daffodils are just now peaking open and there are beautiful purple hyacinths lining the walkway. Tulip leaves are up and searching for sun and promise an amazing display of colors.

    Re facebook — my daughter suggested taking it off of my phone. Wow..that made quite a difference. I have to “sign-in” to get there on my computer which has resulted in many fewer visits. Like you, I have gained time to just “be”. Take care Kate.

    Reply
      Kate McDermott-Art of the Pie
      2 Apr 2019
       1:45pm

      Time is sacred. I like it so much more when it supports and nourishes me. Happy Spring to you in Reno, Dianne. xo

      Reply
      Margery Whites
      2 Apr 2019
       3:56pm

      Your yard is beautiful, Kate! Thank you for posting.

      Reply
        Kate McDermott-Art of the Pie
        2 Apr 2019
         7:18pm

        Thank you so much Margery, and it was great to see you this week and catch up a bit. K

        Reply
    Barbara
    2 Apr 2019
     8:38pm

    I am thinking of you, Kate.
    You are a grand girl. I wish safe travels and a safe vacation in Ireland.
    I believe the weather will be somewhat sunny, and there are beautiful flowers and scenery for you to enjoy. I have been listening to Irish tenors singing beautiful old hymns on videos. If you plan to walk a lot, you might find a walking stick helpful. Three of us went to Southern Ireland in September 2018. I would like to go for another visit.
    Warm wishes Barbara

    Reply
      Kate McDermott-Art of the Pie
      2 Apr 2019
       8:46pm

      Dearest Barbara- My walking stick is ready and I’m looking forward to seeing some Irish gardens, too. xo Kate

      Reply

Leave A Comment Cancel Reply

Recipe Rating




  • Sign up to receive my weekly newsletter!

Yes that’s me at three! Everyone needs a clown suit.

Bake with Kate

In Person Art of the Pie Day Camps

  • In Person Art of the Pie Day Camps at Pie Cottage for June through September 2022 are Sold Out.

 

Virtual Workshops Broadcast Live from Pie Cottage

  • Key Lime Pie on July 10.
  • Baking Summer Berries with Kate McDermott, a 3-part series in July presented by 92Y in NYC.

Click on the Cover

Art of the Pie (the Book)
Pie Camp Book Cover

Pie Camp: The Skills You Need to Make Any Pie You Want

Home Cooking with Kate McDermott

 

© 2022 · Art of the Pie® · All Rights Reserved