Lenten Aspirations

Helloooo!  Now that Lent has begun and I’m now comfortable with the change of pace, I thought that I’d share with you some my resolutions for this year, including some ideas to keep Christ in this holy season.  At the end of this post, I’ll also share one of my favorite meatless dishes—Japanese tamagoyaki. ^_^

Resolutions

Sacrifices

·         Limited use of Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and recreational internet in general

·         No Twitter, Tumblr, or Google+

·         Limit listening to any music, except classical/instrumental

·         No movies, except with the family

·         No video games

·         No Starbucks drinks

·         Avoid desserts and treats, except on Sunday

Things to do

·         1 hour of spiritual reading and/or meditation per day

·         attend Mass as often as possible

·         visits to the Blessed Sacrament

·         Stations of the Cross on Fridays

·         3-decade rosary on Saturdays

·         observe traditional fasting rule as much as possible

You can never do too much for Jesus!

In addition to the three books I listed in my February Favorites blog post, I’ve added three more to my Lenten reading repertoire: On Loving God by St. Bernard of Clairvaux, Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales, and The Ascent of Mt. Carmel by St. John of the Cross. 

Personally, I like to have several “open books” at once, that way I can choose one that suits my mood and/or situation at any particular moment.  I feel that this approach to spiritual reading benefits me most.

…And now, a recipe for you!

Tamagoyaki

This is a very traditional recipe.  You can swap out the vegetables for whatever you like: spinach, mushrooms, cheese—just make sure that it’s all chopped very finely.  (Photo courtesy of Pinterest).

 

3 eggs

1 ½ tblsp milk

1 tblsp minced onion

1 tblsp minced spring onion (green onion)

1 tblsp minced carrot

½ tsp salt

Freshly ground pepper

Canola oil for pan

Beat eggs and milk by hand until thoroughly combined.  Fold in vegetables and seasonings.

Heat a 10-inch nonstick pan to medium-low.  When the pan is hot, brush canola oil over the entire surface.

Instead of trying to explain using my writerly means how to shape this omelet roll, I’ll direct you to this short, very informational video on how to do so.

As shown at the end of the video, let the omelette roll cool before slicing into ¾-inch thick pieces.  Serve with sriracha as a condiment, if desired.

Enjoy~!

I hope you all have a holy and blessed Lenten season!