This may be the dumbest post ever, but it is neat to me…so here goes. : )
Since I’ve been making so many “lifestyle changes” since my diagnosis, one of the things I wondered about were my plates. They were stoneware and made in China. Um yeah. I’ve read horror stories about how they can leach chemicals etc and we end up eating it. Not cool.
And even though my plates were much beloved…they were a wedding gift after all…they were also very worn. And even a bit outdated.
So I thought I would get some new plates. And for some reason, I was always drawn to white plates. But I began to wonder if getting new plates was going to be any better for me than my old ones. And then several places I read brought me back to something so simple that it hadn’t really occurred to me.
Yes, that stuff my mom had. Super thin and almost always with some sort of kitchy pattern on it. But then I went to Corelle’s web site…and looked at Walmart…and found some really pretty plates. Corelle Ware.
And I love them.
They are white and fresh and healthy food looks so delicious on them. I love that.
But the other thing I love about them has been more subtle in presenting itself. But a little background first…I’ve struggled with loading my dishwasher since I got it. And the biggest headache for me were the plates. My stoneware plates were so thick that they would only fit in one spot and if we used more than ‘the usual’ in a day, it was a big headache for me when it came time to load the dishes. (I guess you can see how I feel about hand washing dishes…anyhoo…)
As I’ve been using these new dishes, I’ve noticed that since they are thinner, I have many more options for getting them loaded…they offer much more flexibility and I can configure the rack with the plates many more ways than I could in the past. And since I do so much more cooking…and different kinds of cooking..than I did in the past, this is such a wonderful discovery!
On the surface, this could seem like a happy coincidence. But I can see it as more than that. I knew I needed new plates for one reason. But God knew He could lead me to the proper dishes to help me out in another way…and I way that I never even gave much thought.
Every time I load the dishes, I smile at my beautiful white plates and am so mindful of God’s unique provision
7 comments:
That looks lovely. I'm so glad that you found just the right dishes for you health, as well as for your dishwasher. The fact that they are pleasing to the eye is a great bonus!
Your food looks so delicious! I so need new dishes. I got mine as a high school graduation gift in 98, and they are still the ones we are using. I just havne't found anything I like enough to spend the $ on. Maybe I need to check out Correll!
It's not a dumb post, and that white plate even makes BROCCOLI look tasty! ( :
I started out years ago with Corelle. It may be time to go back. Your white ones look awesome!
I love this.
Such a simple change....and it made a big difference in your life.
We had Corelle when we first got together...and I bought a set for My Grandma in the early 90's. Seeing hers when I visit my Uncle brings back so many memories.
ps. I love looking at them when I visit walmart too!!!
Hi Kay. Just catching up on your blog and loving how you are sharing your journey... White plates, foobs, and all. I have those same plates & love them. Once the kids got old enough to use "real" dishes, I switched to Cornell. They've held up for years.
You look GREAT! Foobs or not... ;)
Still pray for you as the Lord brings you to mind. With love,
Jennifer
do you know i've been looking at corelle plates?! my friend has been looking for some for a while, and i was helping her research :) they look great! and who can beat unbreakable?! i'm happy they make you SMILE :) that is the best part!
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