The Joy of Cooking: Healing From Trauma and Letting Go of Perfectionism November 10, 2018 by Julie Peterman, Guest Writer Leave a Comment In almost all of my childhood memories, kitchens act as the backdrop. From the private quiet of our kitchen at home to the bustling early mornings at my parents’ bakery, my memories are all marked by cast iron, chef whites, and stainless steel. Most of these memories are sweet and comforting, the kitchen a space of joy and sustenance. I remember my mother’s cotton … [Read more...]