Today, I would like to introduce you to another member of my herbal “best friends” club. Sage is an herb with a sweet yet savory flavor that is a part of the vast mint family. The sage or Latin “Salvia” family, contains hundreds of plants some of which are commonly Read more…
When asking friends and relatives what they would like for Christmas, their birthday, or even Mother’s Day the gift that comes up time and again is hand-knit dishcloths. Simple, practical, and yet elegant, these timeless tools are used by women (and men) daily all over the country! No matter the Read more…
Adding Flavor with a Herb Garden: Basil This week I would like to introduce you to another of my favorite and versatile garden friends: Basil. A very fragrant herb, Basil has a rich aroma that perfumes the air around it. It is one of the highly popular herbs grown in Read more…
Adding Flavor with an Herb Garden: Rosemary With gardening season just around the corner, I’d like to introduce you to a few of my favorite garden friends: my herbs! Herbs are a healthy way to add flavor, color and a little creativity to meals. Fresh from my organic garden or Read more…
Natural Dyed Easter Eggs When dying Easter eggs, I often feel frustrated and stuck in a corner. My choice seems to be between two undesirable options. On one hand, I get bright colors but unappealing and rather unhealthy bleed-through, or on the other hand colors that lack luster and boldness! Read more…
Classic No-Bake Cookies When asking friends, relatives, co-workers, and neighbors for their favorite cookie, No-Bakes come up time and again. They are a timeless classic cookie with many names and even more varieties. Depending on where you live or the time period you are talking about, No-Bakes have had many Read more…
Super Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberry Hearts Chocolate covered strawberries are a common Valentine’s Day ritual for many; but why not add an even more romantic twist by turning them into hearts! This super easy how-to will show you how to simply knock this classic favorite out of the ballpark. As Read more…
Be My Valentine With the coming of February our thoughts often drift to Valentine’s Day and visions of romance. For some these thoughts are along the lines of lovers and romantic dinners complete with roses and enticing boxes of chocolates. While for others these thoughts bring sorrow missing a past Read more…
A New Year’s Challenge As we head into the New Year, I find myself thinking of fresh starts, new beginnings and even spring. Often, we enjoy this chance for a fresh start with resolutions in areas like our looks, health, money, education, or even personal goals like a new hobby. Read more…
Tried and True, Old Fashioned Vinegar Pie Vinegar Pie, although funky sounding, is actually a very tasty, historical dish. It was frequently consumed from the Colonial times through World War II, and it is making a comeback today. Tasting similar to a lemon-custard pie, it has been called the Poor Read more…
