Honoring MLK with Millionaire Shortbread

A longstanding tradition in our home is honoring MLK Day with some reading, discussions, and dessert. We ponder Dr. King's work and legacy and consider what is ours to do to carry on the work of racial justice and equity. This quote (above) is one that I have seen less frequently quoted, but I find so powerful and critical in this moment in time: "We need leaders not in love with money but in love with justice. Not in love with publicity but in love with humanity."

MLK Holiday Celebration: “What is your Life’s Blueprint?” & Flourless Peanut Butter Ganache Sandwich Cookies

It’s MLK Day weekend and time to bake a birthday treat and discuss materials with my family in reflection and honoring of the holiday- a tradition in our home. The Birthday Goody: Every year, for this holiday we make a dessert that has an "integration" theme (usually some kind of chocolate, integrated with other colors/flavors). … Continue reading MLK Holiday Celebration: “What is your Life’s Blueprint?” & Flourless Peanut Butter Ganache Sandwich Cookies