It’s my first night trying to live according to my resolution for the new year. I made borscht with beef stock, pasta sauce, red cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, and beets. Whipping cream and onions sautéed in butter added a touch of sweet richness. It was a success and paired well with a glass of Riesling. I feel very sated and relaxed. Endorphins are going to town on my brain. I’m enjoying this. Good food is so essential to overall well-being. Tomorrow, I’ll make another pot of the stuff, but a bit lighter this time, with red wine vinegar instead of sauce.