Tortillas are a staple for many families in Central America, where political violence has raged in recent years. Let them also symbolize all people who suffer in war. Let them nourish the peacemakers. Let them recall those who have endured and those filled with the wisdom of their long years. Let them nourish our elder wise women.
Shortbread brings to mind children.
Let it nourish feminist ministers who are role models for the next generations.