Flemming A. Frederiksen

"Heaven is not located on high, but where the good of love is, and this resides within a person, wherever he or she might be." ~ Emanuel Swedenborg

Recipe for Peace Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of Patience
• 1 cup of Kindness
• 1 cup of Compassion
• 3/4 cup of Forgiveness
• 1/2 cup of Gratitude
• 1/4 cup of Empathy
• 1 teaspoon of Understanding
• A pinch of Acceptance
• A dash of Love

Instructions:

1.  Preheat Your Heart: Set your intentions on love and understanding. Preheat your heart to a warm and welcoming temperature.
2.  Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine Patience, Kindness, and Compassion. Stir gently until well blended. These form the foundation of your cake.
3.  Fold in Forgiveness: Gradually add Forgiveness to the mixture. It might be a little tough to incorporate, but keep folding until it’s evenly distributed.
4.  Add Gratitude and Empathy:  Gratitude adds sweetness, while Empathy provides depth. Mix them in gently, appreciating their unique flavors.
5.  Sprinkle Understanding: Understanding is the secret ingredient. Sprinkle it over the batter, allowing it to permeate every corner.
6.  Layer with Acceptance: Create layers of Acceptance within the batter. Each layer represents embracing differences and imperfections.
7.  Bake with Love: Pour the batter into the pan of life. Bake at 365 days a year, with unconditional love.
8.  Frost with Compassion: Once cooled, frost your cake with Compassion. It’s the icing that makes everything better.
9.  Decorate with Smiles: Top your cake with smiles, laughter, and shared moments. These are the cherries on top.
10.  Serve Generously: Slice and serve your Recipe for Peace Cake to everyone you meet. Share its goodness and watch hearts soften.

Remember, this cake doesn’t just satisfy your taste buds; it nourishes your soul. Enjoy!