Swedes do Fat Tuesday with style! Semla (singular), semlor (plural). This is whipped cream on a almond paste base within a fluffy sweet bun.
While these technically are a Fat Tuesday specialty, they start showing up many weeks in advance. And, they continue to be available, even during the Lenten season. That’s fine for me, as I’m not an ascetic.
However, I will be reflecting on being attuned to the Spirit during Lent. (Two passives in one sentence! Does that make it active, like a double negative makes a positive?!?) And I sense this may mean breathing gratitude. Today, I’m grateful for semlor!
With blessings,
Beth