I'm sharing another of my beloved bread recipes today. This can actually be considered good for you, with healthy ingredients like old fashioned oats, and (homemade) applesauce, and cinnamon; all of which have health benefits. It keeps well for a few days when wrapped up well, if the loaf lasts that long. It's a bit … Continue reading Homemade Oatmeal Applesauce bread that’s good for you
This beautiful Luna moth visited me for a couple nights in a row. A fairly large moth, Luna's will produce 2 generations per year in my area. The adults emerge from their larva cocoons solely to mate, and only live about a week.  A pity, given how beautiful they are. There are many insects that … Continue reading Protecting Insects, they are so beneficial
We all like a hug from a loved one. It makes us feel good, and safe, and protected. A hug is a way of showing affection. Some people are just "huggy" people - they will greet strangers with a hug hello or good bye. I know not all people are like this, and many don't … Continue reading Hugging Every Day Helps Keep You Healthy!
I recently wrote a guest blog for PetPav.com (your online magazine for all things Pet). Since my prior life included running a pet shipping company, and moving pets all over the world, I wrote them an article called "How do I get my Pet Around the World?". You can visit our pet travel website at … Continue reading Our Guest Blog about Shipping & Moving Pets internationally
I've said it many times - I love bread. Not the white store bought stuff but homemade, good for you bread. My recipe for Peanut Butter Pumpkin Bread is loaded with healthy fats, fiber and vitamins from the pumpkin, not to mention whole grains. I even replace some of the oil with applesauce to keep … Continue reading Making Peanut Butter Pumpkin Bread
A roasted chicken is a simple yet totally satisfying meal. Just a bout everyone likes chicken. And you can do so much with it - leftovers can make another whole meal or just a sandwich, or use the carcass for soup or stock. Freeze left over meat for potpie, hot sandwiches, or taco's. I decided … Continue reading Simple Roast Chicken
Equal time this column for cats! We addressed dogs last time. Cats are a bit harder, because they are much more used to being alone, and doing things on their own terms. Still, you can do some good beyond the basic needs of shelter, food and water. Cats like to investigate, crawl into things, and … Continue reading 25 things to do for your cat
For many of us, our pets are a vital part of the family, almost (or really) like children. And while we may met their basic needs of shelter, food and water, I think there are a lot more things that might elevate their lifestyle. Most dogs breeds were invented for a reason, and usually that … Continue reading 25 good things to do for your dog
My last column dealt with enjoying nature - getting outside and really listening and looking at your surroundings. My husband sparked another thought this week when he said "It doesn't matter where I go, I see kids and many adults on their phones typing away, even when they are walking". Technology has taken over our … Continue reading Can You Ignore Technology?
Today was a beautiful early spring day – bright sun, warmer temperatures that earlier in the week, the rain is gone, and nature was at its best outside the back door. I watched a news broadcast earlier in the morning, where they interviewed people who would go into parks and wildness just to hear … Continue reading A life lesson – Get out & Enjoy Nature