What is it that lures us back to our favorite ocean spot each year? For me, it is all about the senses - the smell and the feel of that warm ocean salt air on my face - the wind blowing through my hair - the feel of the warm sand squishing through my toes. Ahhhh. There is simply nothing like it, and lucky me, I leave today. I will spend the weekend with my daughter and husband in Rehoboth, and then bid them goodbye for the rest of the week, as I continue to enjoy the ocean in solitude and reflection. I have a lot to reflect about this week because upon my return, I will graduate with my AA Degree from CCBC of MD. This may not sound like a very big deal to some of you, but for me, it is a very big stepping stone towards my future. You see, I decided to go to college at the ripe old age of 45. It was not easy to step into a classroom with kids younger than my own, and take orders. I had just sold a car-dealership with my husband where I served as CFO and GM. The experience was truly humbling. But, what a journey I have had! Now I am on my way to starting my BA at UMBC with scholarships in hand, and I could not be happier about my decision to begin again. Remember those comfort zones I talked about a few days ago? Yeah, well this was WAY out of my comfort zone! Anyway, before I leave for my retreat to the beach, I will gobble up the last of the wonderful dessert I made last night. The recipe follows:
Take 3 lemons and finely grate rind into large bowl
add 1 cup of sugar
2 tblsp of lemon juice
3 tblsp of flour
1 egg yolk
1 cup of milk
Beat 2 egg whites at high speed until peaks form.
Fold into bowl
Butter 6 small ramkins
Pour in and bake on 350 in water bath 1/2 full to rim for 30 min. YUMMY :)
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Hey Terri, congrats on the AA! You're not the only "older" student. I received my AA at 40 and by Bachelors at 46! Have a great time "downey oshun, hon".
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