Losing a spouse Archives

Living and healing in a Chip-less world

by Karen | Jan 10, 2022 | Chip, Death and Dying, Life Lessons, Still Cooking, Stories

For the past 179 days since my husband Chip passed away, I have been the fortunate recipient of numerous calls, texts, drive-by coffee and wine deliveries, and more hugs than anyone has a right to receive. Still, the sting of living without Chip overrides my ability...

Chip, thank you for making me a wife and mother.

by Karen | Aug 7, 2021 | All, Blog, Chip, Death and Dying, Kids!, Life Lessons, Still Cooking, Stories

The Celebration of Chip’s life is today. I struggled with the decision to speak at the celebration about Chip but I defaulted to my comfort zone, writing: I am a mother now, but I was a wife first. Thank you, Chip, for making me your wife. I love being a...

Hello and welcome.
I am often asked, “What is Pasta on the Floor?”
Pasta on the Floor is different for everyone. It is a recipe that tells a story and inspires them to try something new. For others, stories of family, joy, loss, and hope engage with them. This brings me a great deal of happiness. I do not take myself too seriously, so be forewarned the subject matter is open and truthful. In many ways, Pasta is a tale of life, and I think you will find familiarity and commonality as you scroll through these pages.