Mels Missives

  • Sun Dried Tomato Chicken & Potatoes

      There are a few items that I use on a regular basis that I would…

  • Open Faced Juicy Lucy

    Open Faced Juicy Lucy

    My family loves burgers!  We also love a great juicy Lucy, however, they are not that…

  • What’s in a day?

    What’s in a day?

    A day is like any other day, right?  We eat, sleep and be.  Maybe not enough of…

  • Living Life @ 5,000 Feet

    Living Life @ 5,000 Feet

    As I have gone through the changes in my life, I have spent a significant amount…

  • Inside out, Over easy Omelet

    Inside out, Over easy Omelet

    I have found that eggs are a great food for me to eat.  These are easy…

  • Easy Beef Enchiladas

    Easy Beef Enchiladas

    Ingredients: 1 lb. Ground Beef 1 Taco Seasoning Packet 1-2 cans Medium Enchilada Sauce Tortillas (depending…

  • Tiredness

    Tiredness

    A good 18 months after my total gastrectomy, I started feeling very tired.  This tiredness was…

  • Gas Pain

    Gas Pain

    One of the major side effects of a gastrectomy is gas pain and discomfort.  I have…

  • Breathing

    Breathing

    Having cancer, gastrectomy or any type of chronic life changing issue is stressful.  Stress is very…

  • Almonds – Great Snack

    Almonds – Great Snack

    Almonds are a great source of protein.  1 cup of almonds is a good 20 grams…