Autumn is perfect soup weather. The hot and humid summer days have fallen off to cool nights and breezy , sunny, but cooler, days. Colored leaves are swirling to the ground. Just cold enough so I need something to take the chill off when I come inside. Soups, stew and other comfort foods just fit … Continue reading It’s Autumn – Time for White Bean Soup!
Ticks are common throughout much of the USA as well as the rest of the world. They prefer fairly humid conditions but it must be at least 45F/ 7 C degrees to survive and reproduce. In really cold or hot weather they are less active. So in the fall, I see more of them after … Continue reading It’s Fall – and Ticks are out!
In our busy lives, it can seem hard to find time to do something for others. Returning favors, and doing something "just because" is an important way to lift our own spirits, as well as those of the recipient. It never fails to make me feel better. I have always found a way to give … Continue reading How & Why to Give Back – with Lasagna!
Our pets grow old before our eyes, with a life span much shorter than we would like. So what should you do for an aging pet? Help ease them into old age comfortably and as healthy as possible. Here's some ideas. Watch for changes in behavior - is your dog suddenly stiff when getting up … Continue reading What Should I being doing for my Senior Pet?
When I get upset, I cook and clean - mindless activities( for me) that I can do while thinking.. Today another Caramel Apple pie from my column Food for Fall . And then I write. And I am thinking: We should all remember to make time for the people and things that are important to … Continue reading Life Lesson – Do things NOW because time is precious
Don't you just hate it when you need mayo - and open the pantry or refrigerator only to find there isn't any? Happened to me, and what I decided to do was make a batch of my own, because it was just too much to run to the store for only one thing. And what … Continue reading Easy Homemade Mayonnaise – in the blender!
Who doesn't love a good grilled cheese sandwich? Delicious melting gooey cheese, and crispy bread. But it can be so much more! This cool, frosty morning I made grilled ham and cheese for breakfast (we eat BLT's for breakfast too - I know, it's strange!). Here's some tips and ideas to make your next grilled … Continue reading How to Elevate Your Next Grilled Cheese Sandwich
I find buying in bulk helpful when I find myself running out of an item I use a lot when a small amount of the item is really expensive (provided I can use a larger amount up) When I know I have a really hectic time period coming up when I know it will be … Continue reading 15 Things I Buy in Bulk
I love making bread - yeast breads in particular. And I love how the kitchen smells with a loaf of bread just pulled from the oven. I don't love cleaning up. The bowls that hold the mixing of or rising bread dough invariably have some sticky dough left inside. And while it's not that difficult … Continue reading Quick Tip for Cleaning Up Bread dough Bowls
Sometimes it is obvious when your pet is not feeling well, but other times it may just be a feeling you have based on your pets behavior. Trust you instincts. As a pet owner, you know your pet better than anyone else. If you think your dog or cat is “just not right”, chances are … Continue reading How Can I tell If My Pet is Sick?