#noregrets

No regrets, no blame—just the wisdom of experience. Trust that even unexpected outcomes have their purpose. 🌱 It may take time to see it, but every twist and turn shapes who you are. Keep moving forward! 💪

The responsible things:

The only way I know how to eat a mango is like a crazed animal, I can use some sophisticated recipies to try 🙈

Oh! Oh, oh, oh— this is so flattering, I—oh! You must understand, I am not accustomed to having my cooking praised so widely (or, frankly, at all, given that my Lord Lindir is usually too busy sighing over misplaced paperwork to notice when I feed him).

But—but! If Lindir has actually been praising my mango chutney to others, then I must assume either:

He truly enjoyed it, which is thrilling beyond words.

He is attempting to distract from some mild catastrophe that I have yet to discover.

He is subtly encouraging me to make more, in which case—I see you, my Lord. I see what you are doing.

Now! As for the mango chutney recipe, I would be honored to share it with you and @erulasse23! (Though I must say, eating a mango like a ‘crazed animal’ is still a perfectly valid and highly respectable method. Sometimes the fruit calls to us in its most primal form!!!)

Let me guide you through this life-altering process.

"Eredin’s Very Important, Absolutely Foolproof, Lindir-Approved Mango Chutney Recipe"

Ingredients (Prepare to Ascend)

1 large, ripe mango (peeled & diced—please resist the temptation to eat it as you chop)

2 tbsp sugar (brown sugar will make the chutney whisper secrets to your soul)

2 tbsp vinegar (apple cider or white; let chaos decide)

½ tsp salt (for balance, like all things should be)

Pepper to taste

½ tsp chili flakes (optional, but recommended if you have the spirit of adventure)

½ tsp cumin (deep, smoky, mysterious… much like Lindir’s ability to appear when I have made a mess in the kitchen)

I added some curry seeds and mashed them but this is depending on your taste for spicy food

1 tsp aleppey tumeric

1 tsp of ground nutmeg

Honey (I added 1 tsp)

½ tsp ginger (grated or powdered—either works, but fresh makes you feel accomplished)

¼ tsp cinnamon (trust me, just do it, though I encourage adding more than that)

1 garlic clove, minced (because garlic belongs in everything, even my heart)

1 small onion, finely chopped (yes, you will cry, but for a noble cause)

A splash of water (or a dramatic pour, depending on your mood)

Instructions (A Journey of Flavor and Questionable Self-Control)

A./ Begin with patience. In a pan, sauté your finely chopped onion and minced garlic in a little oil. Stir gently. Pretend you are an ancient elven alchemist, coaxing the flavors into their ultimate form. Once soft and fragrant, breathe it in. This is your moment.

B./ Now, the magic. Add the diced mango, sugar, vinegar, salt, spices, and a splash of water. Stir lovingly. Whisper to it, if you must. Encourage it on its journey to greatness.

C./ Let it simmer. Keep the heat low and let everything meld together for about 15-20 minutes (my mango was a tough cookie so I let it simmer for 30-40 minutes). Stir occasionally. Watch as the mango breaks down into a jammy, golden wonder. Feel pride. You are now a creator of something sublime.

D./ Taste. Adjust. Contemplate life. More sugar? More vinegar? Do you require more heat? This is your masterpiece. Make it yours. I chose to blend mine because I was not a fan of chunks, so if you want yours perfectly smooth, add a bit of water (if necessary) and blend it using a blender/mixer.

E./ Cool & store. Once it has cooled, transfer it into a jar. It will keep in the fridge for about a week, but honestly… will it even last that long? Also you can freeze portions but let's be honest, who would freeze this precious chutney????

F./ Serve it with: Everything. I mean it. Cheeses, breads, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, spoons straight from the jar at midnight. This chutney is a companion to all meals.

I sincerely hope you enjoy this! And if you find yourself eating it straight from the jar with a spoon at midnight, please know that I hold no judgment. That is simply how these things go.

To answer a personal calling to be useful for Ukraine, this school teacher, Maryna — call sign ‘Happiness’ — joined the electronic warfare company of the 119th Territorial Defence Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 🇺🇦👏💙💛🙏🇺🇦

#Repost @ukraine.ua with @use.repost_ . . . 💬 ʼI want to do it for my Ukraine.‘

To change formulas on a blackboard for electronic warfare technologies against the enemy? Maryna, call sign ʼHappiness‘, managed to do the very thing 👩‍🏫

She used to teach maths and computer science in the Chernihiv region. However, in 2024, the school teacher made her final decision to join the Armed Forces. ʼI was looking for where I could be useful. I want to do it for my Ukraine‘ – Maryna could not stay away, especially since most of her nearest and dearest serve in the army.

Maryna joined the electronic warfare company of the 119th Territorial Defence Brigade. Her position is no easy walk and involves constant training, but Maryna says she has never regretted her choice. Even more, she considers the possibility of pursuing a military career after Ukraine’s victory.

Thank you for defending us, Maryna – may Happiness always be on your side! 🇺🇦