Elizabeth Cromwell chats about her adventurous sabbatical after moving from Maryland to San Francisco, sharing her journey through various life changes, including her professional path, divorce, and becoming an empty nester. Creating her own life sabbatical gave her the structure to Travel across Italy, the US, and Martha's Vineyard, among other places, emphasizing the value of decompression, self-discovery, and living into new experiences. Elizabeth provides practical advice for women looking to undertake their own life sabbatical, underlining the importance of being intentional and seeking support from loved ones. Dig in to learn how to create your own daring and courageous life with the empty nest.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:15 Elizabeth's Journey to San Francisco
03:02 Embracing Change and Challenges
06:08 Planning a Sabbatical
09:23 First Quarter in Italy
14:54 Exploring Trusted House Sitters
18:50 Martha's Vineyard and Autism Advocacy
20:22 Self-Sustaining Farm Life
21:05 Volunteering and Nonprofit Management
22:21 Holiday Reunions and Travel Plans
24:12 Advice for Women Embracing Change
28:35 Embracing Age and Freedom
29:51 Conclusion and Future Plans
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Hi! I’m Christine, and I’m super stoked to be cooking, writing, and helping everyone sink into to a better life. If you’re looking for healthier recipes for one and two, or want to add more delightful cocktails into your repertoire, you’re in the right place.
My philosophy is simple:
It’s a meal, not a mortgage.
Real food is the most important factor in good cooking.
If you’re going to drink, drink in moderation and always drink the good stuff.
I’ve been teaching cooking for a long, long time, and I am still excited to cook, teach, and share with you. If you’ve got a question, I’ll work hard to give you an answer so that you’re better and more confident in the kitchen. Hey, it’s a meal not a mortgage, so there’s nothing to stress about and only fun to be had.
With a heart attack in 2020, loss of my brick & mortar cooking school business of 15 years, broken bones, and even my husband having a stroke, and all within just a couple of months, I've been through it! BUT, I’m a lucky gal with endless support and a deep gratitude for everything that I do have. It’s not always easy, but I’m working to make sure that it stays fun.
Post heart attack, I’m reforming my butter-loving, heavy cream worshiping ways by making changes to how I cook, taking things in a healthier direction, without doing a complete 180 and still keeping things flavorful and delightful. The key here is healthier. I’m not afraid of butter, but I’m using a touch instead of stick. A tablespoon or two of cream or half-and-half, not a cup, and so on and so forth. And now that the kids are grown and living lives on their own, I’m re-learning how to cook for two.
