Simple Life
by fig + fauna farm on 09/13/12
These words have been on the tip of my tongue for some time now. The farm living that we've become so immersed in is often coined "the simple life" - though we are frequently weighted with urgent decision making, managing, balancing and contemplating everything from feeds to soil. We are stewards to beating hearts and thirsty roots; a title that cannot be taken lightly. Yet, through all of the complicated determination of our days, there exists incredible simplicity here on the farm. I want to tell you these simple things that make my world complete.
Simplicity is revealed in the uncomplicated joy that I recieve as I run my fingers down the back of our cow taking in her heavy sighs. I find a simple way to teach our daughter, by witnessing daily animal life: as they breathe, eat and birth, free of many human convolutions. They bring to light the essence of living and dying with repose. I stumble upon simplicity when my legs graze a fragrant dill plant and awaken not only a scent, but an idea for a nourishing meal. Through that whiff of imagination, simple recipes are born.
Life on the farm is the place where I am able to find simple perspectives, even in the most complicated times. Simplicity is at my fingertips, as long as I'm willing to see it.
Where do you find simplicity, friends?
DILL & CILANTRO CREAM CHEESE
You will need:
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4 oz cream cheese
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1/4 tsp chopped dill
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1/4 tsp chopped cilantro
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1 lemon wedge, squeezed for juice ( optional)
Mix all ingredients until well combined. Serve with smoked salmon on toasted sourdough for a simple, but delicious treat.
Serves 4 slices of bread
