Hey there!
I’m Kaiti Theetge, the creative soul behind this food and wellness blog.
Here are 10 random facts about me:
- I’m 34 years old
- Born and raised in the DC area
- I’m a die-hard Notre Dame Fan… most would probably call it an obsession
- I have a boxer named Rudy (who knows that Michigan is a 4-letter word)
- My car’s name is Ara
- and yet, I did not attend the University of Notre Dame
- I graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a Bachelor of Science degree
- I used to be a sign language interpreter (That’s what my degree is in)
- I grew up on stage, mostly with ballet, but also dabbled in Musical Theater
- My first (now dead) blog, Tasty Kaiti’s Kitchen, was featured on ABC’s The Chew!
- I’m allergic to eggs and dairy. I was vegan for 10 years but have reintroduced clean (hormone/antibiotic-free meats) and am feeling better than ever.
- In March 2020 I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. May 2020 I had a full thyroidectomy. It was part of my story but it does not define me!
- My life motto is “Be Kind”… The world needs it these days
About This Blog:
Over the years I have been diagnosed with PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I refused any medications that I needed to take on a daily basis. Don’t get me wrong, medications can help, I just feel like the “magic pills” do a lot more harm than good. I mean, have you heard the lists of possible side effects that come on at the end of a prescription commercial? It’s CRAZY!
My thought is, “Why can’t I take control and change my situation to get a better outcome?”
I’ve done it before with my food allergies…
Garnished with Gratitude is a place providing nourishment for the body, mind, and soul. I will be sharing recipes, DIYs, meditation and self-care tips, and more! I will be doing my best to share new content as often as possible… Please be gracious. I’m not perfect and sometimes, LIFE HAPPENS – I may go days, weeks, months, or even years without posting. But I will come back when possible!
Have a question or want to learn more about something? Ask me! I’m happy to answer any questions or explore new topics!
