Hello everyone!
Today was a long and tiring day. I spent most of my time outside, walking and joining activities in the church for holy week. It was hot, and I felt really tired after everything. When I got home, all I wanted was to rest and eat something simple.
After sitting for a while, I decided to go to our backyard. I remembered that we have cassava planted there. I was not even sure if it was ready, but I still checked. I carefully pulled one plant, and luckily, it had roots that were good enough to cook. I did not take too much, just one plant, because it was only for a simple snack.
I also got some banana from our place. These are the kind of foods that are easy to prepare and do not need a lot of ingredients. Even if sugar and milk are a bit expensive now, it is not really a problem. The natural taste of the food is already enough.
I washed the cassava and peeled the skin. Then I boiled it until it became soft. I also cooked the saging until it was ready to eat. While waiting, I took my time to rest and enjoy the quiet surroundings. The air felt fresh, and everything around me seemed calm.
After cooking, we decided to eat outside. I set up my daughter’s small chair near our farmhouse, facing the rice field. The view was very relaxing. The green field looked peaceful, and the breeze made it even more comfortable. It was a simple setup, but it felt special.
When my daughter saw the food, she got excited. Maybe it was because of the fresh air or the beautiful view, but she really enjoyed eating. She kept asking for more and more. I was happy to see her eating well. Usually, it is not easy to make kids eat a lot, but that moment was different.
We sat there together, enjoying our merienda. Just boiled banana and cassava nothing expensive but it was enough to make us feel full and satisfied. Sometimes, simple food tastes better, especially when you eat it in a peaceful place with someone you love.
This kind of moment may look ordinary, but for me, it is special. It shows that even after a tiring day, there is still something good waiting. It also reminds me to appreciate small things, like food from our backyard, a quiet place to sit, and time with my child.
Thank you for reading and supporting my story! This is my owned picture, edited in Canva. At the end of the day, I realized that I do not need anything expensive to feel happy. A simple snack, a beautiful view, and a shared moment with my daughter are already more than enough. These are the kind of memories that I will always remember. Have a nice day!