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Musakhan: A Palestinian Comfort Food

Musakhan isn’t just food; it’s an experience. It’s the kind of meal that fills the room with warmth, laughter, and the irresistible aroma of spiced sumac onions and roasted chicken. Growing up, every visit to my dad’s family in Jordan meant gathering around a big table with my aunt and cousins, tearing off pieces of warm flatbread, scooping up tender chicken and caramelized onions, and sharing stories. It’s the ultimate comfort food, made for eating with your hands and enjoying with loved ones. The word Musakhan literally means “heated up” in Arabic, and that’s exactly what this dish does, it warms your heart and brings people together. Traditionally, it’s all about simple ingredients packed with deep, rich flavours. In this version, I swap out the classic chicken for THIS Isn’t Chicken Thighs, but trust me, once you take a bite, you’ll understand why there’s an old Arab saying that it’s so good, you’ll want to eat your fingers too! Ingredients For the Chicken: THIS Isn't Chicken T...

The Silent Struggle: Fatigue After Chemo and Radiation

Before my battle with cancer, I thought I knew what being tired felt like, those endless days at the office, coupled with the family demands at night and the early morning alarms. A strong cup of coffee and sheer willpower were my remedies. But then came cancer treatment, and with it, a type of exhaustion I had never imagined; a fatigue so profound it felt like every ounce of energy was sapped from my bones. Doctors warned of "some fatigue" as a side effect of chemotherapy and radiation. Yet no one could have adequately described the weight of this new tiredness, it was like trudging through wet cement. Every morning, I woke up feeling as if I hadn't slept at all, and daily routines felt like marathons. Even after finishing active treatments, the world’s relentless pace didn’t slow down. I felt out of sync with a life that kept rushing forward while I was left trying to find my rhythm again. Friends would cheerfully say, "You must be so happy to be done!" And ye...