NOT a spectacular cook but am definately getting better,lol. I have heart disease and need to watch sodium intake. I do not like making complicated dishes, like down home southern cooking and modifying it where it still tastes good but alot healthier. Love small breed dogs,especially chihuahua's. Married nearly 17 years with a 16 year old son who like me, likes most anything. H is a picky eater, doesn't like spices, condiments, or anything like that. So mealtimes can be a challenge. I always get compliments on my Chili I make for get togethers in the fall.