I'm an accountant by trade. Cooking is where my only creativity lies. I enjoy reading, running, and gardening. In 2008, I began canning jams, fruits, and vegetables. I love finding and trying new recipes and then making them my own. breakfast, desserts, things that don't require a recipe. My mom has a menu for each holiday that she uses every year. I always look forward to the holidays. It's a tradition I've added onto. Every year for Thanksgiving I make the pies. And in 2007 I added a lentil soup for New Year's Day.