From the second we get out of bed to take a shower in the morning until the time we apply our nighttime face cream, we expose our bodies to oodles of chemicals. We go through the motions of our beauty routines, most often not considering if there’s any impact from the ingredients of our health […]
Know what the best part about a stuffed burger is? No need to scrape cheese to scrape off the grill. Okay, well, maybe that’s the second best thing, because the crazy-good-gotta-have-it-again part is the amazing flavors that make your taste-buds giddy with every bite. We make all types of stuffed burgers from classic cheddar bacon […]
Apples are one of my favorite fruits to can, not only for flavor, but for their versatility, too. Cider, jelly, salsa, sauce, slices, and pie filling always make their way to my pantry shelves. When the earliest apples are available, apple jelly is the starting point. A very simple recipe that makes the most of […]
One of my super-favorite indulgences at the state fair is not the deep-fried oreos, it’s cake gawking in the exhibit hall. Little sweet frosted works of culinary art fill display cases evoking “oohs” and “ahhs” from each passerby and bursts of excitement from the children who spot their favorite characters among the displays. I could […]
Our summer travels gave my children a gift I didn’t expect, they have a new-found thirst for knowledge about other cultures and an excitement to explore the world. While we simply cannot pick up and embark on a world-wide tour of the continents, I can encourage their curiosity through the exploration of educational tools like […]
About half-way through the Kentucky State Fair this weekend, I seriously regretted leaving my Wellrox at home. Though my sport sandals have some support and cushion, they certainly do not hold up nor provide half the relief I desire. And the older I get, the more I realize, pampering my feet is not just a […]
As a 40-something, I notice more and more that gardening and farming activities take their toll on my joints and muscles. Aging is inevitable, as are the associated aches and pains, but suffering doesn’t have to be part of the equation. To help curb extensive discomfort or suffering from joint or muschle pain, my preference […]
With so many computer, laptop and tablet choices available, it’s a challenge to shop for back-to-school technology. Tack on the sticker shock factor and the process can be overwhelming! It’s no mystery that buying a computer is a big expense. Depending on your needs you can expect to pay anywhere from several hundred dollars to […]
A peek inside Homegrown Honey Bees: Beekeeping Your First Year With natural bee colonies on the decline, the world is continuing to see a plethora of pollination problems. Crops like strawberries, apples, soybeans and even cantaloupes are dependent upon our buzz-worthy friends to thrive. If you’ve ever considered starting a backyard bee colony, now is […]
