Love, Loss, and Spaghetti

posted on November 16, 2011 by Bianca Garcia

Last year, I had my heart broken twice. First, when my boyfriend and I broke up. And second, when my beloved grandfather (my lolo) died shortly after.

I didn’t know how to deal with it. I didn’t know how to mourn. I didn’t want to mourn. So I kept myself busy – so busy that I almost forgot about my broken heart. Almost.

To continue reading, please go to Talking Writing.

Note: This piece appears in the November/December 2011 issue of Talking Writing, where I am a social media consultant and contributor.

posted in pasta

12 comments »

« Previous
Wahlberg Hangover Part 2: Wahlburgers

Next »
Filipino Beef Salpicao

12 Responses to “Love, Loss, and Spaghetti”

#
1

A Boston Food Diary posted November 16, 2011 at 10:19 am

SUCH a beautiful piece! I appreciate you being so open, and inviting us into what was a painful time for you. The recipes look wonderful as well…
- #
  1.1
  
  Bianca Garcia posted November 16, 2011 at 10:27 am
  
  Aww thanks Fiona, that means a lot to me!
#
2

Emily @ A Cambridge Story posted November 16, 2011 at 4:09 pm

This is really sweet, Bianca. Thanks for sharing this part of you with us! Food can be such therapy.
#
3

Susan posted November 16, 2011 at 10:32 pm

You’re such a beautiful writer!
#
4

Meghan@travelwinedine posted November 17, 2011 at 9:41 am

Really beautiful!
#
5

Elizabeth posted November 17, 2011 at 10:01 am

Lovely piece Bianca.
#
6

Bianca Garcia posted November 17, 2011 at 11:56 am

Thank you everyone for the sweet comments!
#
7

A Plum By Any Other Name posted November 17, 2011 at 7:02 pm

Rock it sister. There is no worse pain than losing a loved one. A wonderful piece. And one that really illustrates how strong you are. As an Italian (and fellow pasta lover) I can’t wait to try your recipes! Bravo.
#
8

Joanne posted November 19, 2011 at 9:19 am

This is such an amazing piece of writing girl! Anyone who thinks that food can’t work wonders is obviously WRONG.
#
9

Hannah posted November 21, 2011 at 11:04 pm

Beautiful, beautiful piece. I’ve never had my heart truly broken by a relationship but having just lost my grandma, this helps :)
- #
  9.1
  
  Bianca Garcia posted November 23, 2011 at 12:41 am
  
  Thank you Hanna. I’m glad it helped, even just a little bit :)