Why This Smoothie?
I didn’t plan on writing about watermelon today. Honestly, I was just craving the smell that hits your face when you walk into a produce stand—sharp, sweet, with a hint of earthiness from the rind. This smoothie? It’s kind of accidental. Made it at 7 a.m., because I needed something cool, refreshing, and more than just a snack. It’s not fancy, just watermelon, a squeeze of lime, and a splash of yogurt. But somewhere between blending and taking that first sip, I thought, hmm. This feels like a secret only I’ve unlocked—like I’m drinking summer in a glass right before I need to wash the blender. Turns out, it’s just the thing I needed to kickstart a day that’s feeling a little too routine.
Honestly, I’ve never thought about watermelon this way—more than just a hot weather fruit. Sometimes, simple is better. Less fuss, more flavor. Maybe that’s all I needed to remind myself: good things don’t need to be complicated. Or maybe I just really like blending fruit first thing and acting surprised every time.
Hi, I’m Katie Dawson, a paediatric speech-language pathologist by day and a passionate food storyteller by night. Based in Seattle but with a love for global flavours (and a soft spot for Indian chai), I created this blog to bridge the gap between therapeutic nutrition and the simple joy of eating.
