Year of the Pig: If only politicians were more like them
My image of our leaders in Washington is of a herd of pigs wallowing in the muck. But that’s a disservice to … Keep Reading
Turning Cabin Fever into Cabin Solace
A friend made the comment that “February is good for nothing.” I’ve never felt that way. I enjoy the peace and calm … Keep Reading
Tea and Sympathy
The sympathy is for those of us, including me, who can’t seem to shake whatever bug it is that has invaded our … Keep Reading
Welcome to Our World
Furloughed federal workers who are finding life tough because of the partial government shutdown are sacrificing and taking extreme measures to make … Keep Reading
Dem Bones
Since we stopped hunting and gathering and turned to markets for our food and ingredients, cost-conscious cooks have depended on affordable basics … Keep Reading
Happy Hallmark Holiday
If you buy your holiday tree at a cut-your-own place, what tool do you bring or do they supply you with? Likely … Keep Reading
Friends
I don’t know if I’m a cat person or a dog person. Love them both. I’m also a chicken, cow, goat, rabbit, … Keep Reading
Easy Fruit or Vegetable Fritters
It’s time to get up on the stool and pull the cookie press and other seasonal baking gadgets from the top shelf. … Keep Reading
Garbage, the Financial Markets and Preparedness: What’s the Connection?
Goldman Sachs has upgraded Waste Management stock from a sell to a buy as a safe place to invest in a downsizing … Keep Reading
Working for Legumes
The short-term interests of the financial elite override the long-term interests of society as a whole (the rest of us). Their goal … Keep Reading
Prepping for the Possible — Part II
It doesn’t take a lot of land to grow enough vegetables for one family and maybe even fit in a chicken coop. … Keep Reading
Prepping for the Possible — Part I
I couldn’t sleep as news and statistics about our future danced in my head. I tried counting sheep, but as someone who … Keep Reading