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Plus some pomegranates too (if I knew how to do that winking emoji I so would, but I am lame and don’t).
So I gotta say, this is kind of the best healthy comfort food I have had in a while. I could totally eat this all week; carbs, coconut, curry, avocado, maple roasted fall veggies, pecans.
Plus some cheese.
Gotta throw in a little cheese. I mean, it is Monday, cheese makes a Monday more palatable.
Speaking of Monday and the weekend, how was yours? Hopefully it was good and relaxing.
Mine was definitely not relaxing, but then over here that pretty much never happens. Really, I think it is impossible.
But actually I did do some thinking over the weekend. Just thinking about this blog, you guys, and how I love every single second of what I do every day.
Ok, well not every second. I totally dread the hour to an hour and half I spend at the end of the day scrubbing down the kitchen. Yeah, that is definitely my very least favorite part of my day. I gotta do it though, if I don’t I honestly cannot concentrate knowing the kitchen is dirty. Totally OCD about it.
This may be a little boring, or maybe even a little too heavy for some of you, but I just feel like writing today. If you only want to read about the food, I totally understand. But you should skip down to the last paragraph!
Anyway, I was thinking about how I have certain people in my life that are clearly very disapproving and unsupportive of what I am doing.
And by doing, I mean recipe developing, making messes, cooking, baking, styling, photographing (and sometimes screaming) writing, pinning, and just plain working my happy little butt off day in and day out.
What I am about to write may be ballsy to post for all to read, but honestly I am not worried at all. Those said unsupportive people do not read what I write on here every. single. day. They do not look at the photos I work so hard to make better and better on a daily basis. When we do actually talk, which over the years has become more and more rare, I am never asked about the site or my side free-lance projects I am working on. It is all just ignored.
Completely. Superficial conversation.
I know this is heavy for a Monday and typically I really like to keep things fun and stress free around here, but lately I feel like it might be good for you guys to really get to know me.
To be able to relate.
And for some reason I feel like pretty much everyone can relate to this type of experience in one way or another.
Best friends, boyfriends, husbands, parents, grandparents? At some point in everyone’s life I think they are going to go against the opinions of their loved ones, or their friends, or even their bosses and do what they think they need to do.
And that is what I did.
I went the untraditional route.
The route that had me finish college at eighteen, and did not present me with the typical college experience, another major source for disapproval. Yet it was also the route that led to food blogging and a life so busy, so grateful and so happy.
I have decided that I am tired of feeling bad I let them down? The people in my every day life: mom, dad, brothers, sister, friends, cousins, they all could not be happier for me. And really, that is all I care about. I have finally decided to let it go.
I am doing what I want, and even though it takes all my courage to say this, I am actually somewhat successful at it too. It still amazes me. Like I really cannot believe it.
For some reason today, I feel extra grateful.
And I just thought I would share a little detail of my life. Even if it is not some amazing story, and even if it is not beautifully written (my writing is definitely my weakest area of blogging) – it is still something I felt I should share.
The point is don’t let people hold you back. You have to do what is right for you, not any one else. And at this point in my life this is right for me. I am without a doubt the happiest I have ever been in my life. Sure I may be the busiest I have ever been, the tiredest I have ever been and at times stressed, but it is all in a good way. It works for me!
And I am done with the heavy stuff.
Let’s talk easy, HEALTHY, fall COMFORT food.
Heck YES!
Basically, it is the fall version of this bowl.
And I may just like it better. It seriously has all of my very favorite things. Butternut squash, acorn squash, brussel sprouts, sweet potatoes, pomegranates, pecans, coconut rice and avocado flavored with curry.
With a little sprinkle of goat and blue cheese.
So much flavor in one bowl.
And it is so easy to throw together. The ingredient list is long, but once you get the veggies in the oven, start the rice and mash-up the avocado you have a good thirty to thirty-five minutes to just chill. Clean the kitchen, take a shower, read a book, talk to your mom (!), make some dessert, drink a beer or whatever!
Oh and the smells? The smells are amazing. The smells alone makes this dish worth making.
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So pretty too? Just could not stop taking photo, after photo. Sorry, but not really!
My kind of dinner. I love roasting veggies and maple is so perfect with fall veggies! I so need to get on the pomegranate train as I haven’t had one yet this season!
Thanks Kelley! I am pomegranate crazed right now!!
You had me at curry! I’m a sucker for anything with curry. Some can get super hot but I try to suck it up anyway. The rice sounds amazing, too.
Thanks so much, Christy!
Your creativity never ceases to amaze, Tieghan! These rice bowls look ridiculously delicious! Wonderful flavor pairings for the fall. Go, girl!
Thank you so much, Georgia!
Usually when the naysayers start coming out, is when you know that you are doing the right thing. Use it as fuel to know you are doing what you’ll love. YOU ARE A ROCK STAR!!
Thank Lauren!! I pretty much think the very same about you! I mean come on, those sandwiches today are killer!
I so admire your honesty in this post! Clearly you have so much talent and your blog is going places. Hang in there and keep doing what you love – your passion shows! 🙂 As for these bowls, I want to curl up with one for lunch. Yum!
Awe, thank you so much!! It means a lot, Laura!!
This sounds SO amazing, especially that curried avocado! This definitely screams comfort Fall food to me :).
Thanks Hannah!
Oh yes, yes! I am all over this bowl! But man, I don’t know which part to start with!
Thank you so much, Steph
What a bowl of deliciousness!!! Want this!!!
Thank you so much, Robyn!
You are awesome and don’t let anyone ever tell you otherwise! Only you know what is best for you! You are already miles ahead to have figured that out at such a young age. This is clearly what you are meant to do, and you do it fabulously. You are an inspiration!
Wow, thank you so much!! Such an encouraging comment!
Such a goodlooking bowl of mixed ingredients. Would love it for my lunch.
Thank you!
Thanks for putting it out there! You’re so right, at some point you choose to live your life the way you want to live it. If you choose the path someone else thinks is best, you’ll miss out on so much and regret it. That’s a hard way to live your life. You’re the only one that knows what you want in life, and you get to make the call! Bravo to you for knowing what you want and going after it, and thanks for bringing the rest of us to this bold realization. Love the curry bowl too!
Thank you so much, Laurie!! Such a kind comment!
I don’t know you personally, but based on the insane amount of new recipes and beautiful pictures you put out day after day, I think you’re doing exactly the right thing.
Thank you, Becki! It sure feels right to me and I am so happy you are liking my recipes and photos!
Love this healthy take on comfort food!
Thanks a ton, Ashley! 🙂
Hey Tieghan! I say kudos to you for following your heart! And I for one and glad you did
because your blog ROCKS! I come here every morning knowing something new, different and
exciting is waiting for me. You know the saying – do what you love, love what you do –
I think you’re there 🙂
Thanks Kathy!! You have been reading (and commenting) since the begining and I could not be more grateful! So happy you enjoy my recipes and site!
Thank you!! 🙂
I know you think that was heavy for a Monday, but I thought it was very much needed and I am glad you were able to share it. It is so hard to please everyone in life. I have found that out and am still finding that out. As long as you are happy and you are surrounded by those you love, that is all that matters. This is your passion and you are excellent at, so keep doing what you are doing. Oh and this recipe is drool worthy!!
Thank you so much, Chelsea! I am so happy you liked the post and I totally agree with what your said! Thanks for the encouraging words!