This is a picture of me and Dominic, he brings SO MUCH joy to my life!
In honor of National Autism Awareness day (April 2, 2010), I wanted to share a little bit about autism, and how it affects my life. I married into the most incredible family on June 30, 2007. I received a husband who loves me, and has the biggest heart of anyone I know, a father-in-law who grew up in the Basque region of Spain, and can make a mean Paella, a mother-in-law who was truly a gift to the world from God, and 3 little brothers who are the most fun to be with! My brother in-laws, Gabriel, Dominic, and Yulen have all been diagnosed with autism. Gabe is now a real teenager, who is growing up to be quite a handsome young man (he is 13), Dominic is a vibrant, excited 11 year old who is considered non-verbal, and Yulen is a 10 year old who is as smart as a whip! Every single day with them is interesting, and nothing about it is ordinary. I have come to love these kids as if they were my own brothers, and as a member of my Continue Reading
Mark your calendars for Friday, April 9 for the next in our series exploring cultures and tastes from around the world. If these evenings continue to be as popular as they have, you might want to target your dinner hour around the peak hours (5:30 – 6:30). Look for discounts at Artisans’ Hope and cultural activities related to Vietnam.
Also, we have the unusual honor of hosting Karl Marx on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Karl will be teaching basic Haitian Creole. We understand he will equitably sign autographs to proletariats and bourgeois alike.
Patrick, called the Apostle of Ireland, was born about the year 389, of Roman and British parentage. Blessed Martin of Tours is said to have been among his kin. But although he is usually accounted as British, the place of this birth is unknown. When Patrick was a lad he was taken prisoner by slavers and carried to Ireland, whence he escaped after six years. Meanwhile he learned to serve God well, for whilst attending the flock of his master he would rise before the light, in snow and frost and rain, to make his prayers.
Having been finally raised to the priesthood, Saint Germanus of Auxierre consecrated him bishop, and Continue Reading
Happy Birthday Rachael! This is a special one for Rachael and for us given the trials and challenges she has experienced this past year. We are so thankful and happy to celebrate today with her as she is healthy and working harding than ever. She blesses you and us in so many ways that are not even seen.
Come on in today and wish her a happy one. If you can’t make it today then come by on St. Patrick’s Day and celebrate with our Lamb Stew Special.
JMU’s newspaper, The Breeze, just published a nice article about A Bowl of Good here: http://breezejmu.org/2010/03/04/the-good-bowl/ Thanks to Hana Uman for the great pub!
Lot’s of events going on this week so here’s a reminder:
-Explore India Night (Thursday): ABOG will be serving India Cuisine including Naan, Curried Chicken and Garbanzo Beans, Khichri (rice & peas), Mango Chutney, Yogurt, Salad, and Kulfi (pistachio & cardamom ice cream). Artisans Hope will be selling products made in India for 15% off.
- Buzzer Beater March Madness Chili Bowl (Friday): With the NCAA Div. 3 Tournament being played at EMU and EMU playing at 8 p.m., ABOG will be open until 8 on Friday night with the chili bowl special.
- Saturday Student Special!: Free drink w/ Loaded Nachos $4.99 for students. The EMU cafeteria is only open for brunch on Saturday so stop on by ABOG for your pregame hangout, food, drink and free WiFi! We’ll be open until 6:00 p.m. Saturday!
A Bowl of Good and Artisans Hope are teaming up for the first in a series of evening events celebrating the Arts, Foods & Cultures of our world. This Thursday night from 5 – 8 p.m. A Bowl of Good will be focusing on India by providing Indian Cuisine & Artisans Hope will offer a 15% discount on all items from India.
You will be able to hear Katrina Didot on WMRA Radio Live tomorrow at 3:00 on the, “Virginia Insight” program. You can see more info about the topic here: http://bit.ly/GwCfl She will be sharing time with a panel talking about small business thriving in these challenging economic times. Way to go Katrina!
Two birthdays of note were celebrated recently at A Bowl of Good. On Saturday, Katrina’s mother-in-law and steadfast worker at A Bowl of Good, Martha Didot, was given a surprise 70th birthday. Friends and family from all over crowded in to show their love to Martha.
In addition, we were able to celebrate Ruby Lehman’s 79th birthday yesterday along with her son as she ate out in A Bowl of Good. She is pictured here enjoying a bowl of Pho soup. 
Happy Birthday!
Working with JMU’s, WIC (Women, Infants & Children) sponsored program, A Bowl of Good’s Chief Chef, Katrina, is starring in a cooking program designed to encourage healthier cooking and eating. Last Tuesday the program was in English and today she will be hosting in Spanish. Eventually the program will appear on a WIC sponsored website.
We’re proud of our cooking star Continue Reading
Enough already! Weekend after weekend you’ve been cooped up inside; you’re ready to break loose from your prison of snow and you’re looking for a place that is warm, sociable, safe, family fun and full of good food and good music. The 4th Annual, Friendly City Feb Fest is without question THE place to be this Friday night in the ‘burg. From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Lucy Simms Center (620 Lucy Simms Ave) there will be free “Nacho Falls” and “Salad Bowls” provided by A Bowl of Good, dessert potluck, Old Time Music, Silent Auction, Children’s Museum Children’s activities and Local Food & Health Exhibitors. 
While recruiting more members and Co-op funding, the organizers have Continue Reading
