Despite the fact that my garden is still full of weeds I am making progress little by little. I finally got my most neglected flower bed weeded and mulched. I am so pleased with how it looks now!The Black Eyed Susans are everywhere! I let them be as I love having a bit of colorContinue reading “Making Progress”
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Managing Your Finances In This Electronic Age
Everywhere you look there is new technology to keep up with. At times it can be overwhelming but if you take a deep breath all this technology can also help you. Today I am going to discuss how I have been managing our finances in an electronic age. When we were first married 35 yearsContinue reading “Managing Your Finances In This Electronic Age”
Enjoying July!
The days in July are full. Not only are my gardens in need of continual weeding, but we finally got our load of firewood delivered and it’s ready to be cut, split and stacked! Every free moment from now until the pile is done will be spent on this project! However, we can’t spend everyContinue reading “Enjoying July!”
Tips for a Healthier Life
We all want to be healthy and live a healthier life. There are many simple steps we can take to do this. Beware of liquid calories. When you drink a sugary beverage, you don’t feel as full as if you had eaten the same calories from solid food. Studies show that people consuming sugary beveragesContinue reading “Tips for a Healthier Life”
Safe Stripping
It’s not what you think! So called “safe” strippers are a good place to turn for refinishing your wooden antiques, They don’t irritate your skin, their fumes aren’t damaging to your health, and their contents aren’t flammable or explosive – though, of course, rags and residue must be disposed of safely. We currently have twoContinue reading “Safe Stripping”
Time For Wild Strawberry Muffins
In June we can find an abundance of wild strawberries in our fields. They are tiny but packed with flavor and they make the best strawberry muffins. Something about the tiny size and the burst of strawberry flavor just enhances the taste of the muffins. My husband has a real fondness for these muffins andContinue reading “Time For Wild Strawberry Muffins”
July Gardens = Weeds
It’s always fun to get away. Going away in June can be a challenge. I managed to get the garden all planted before we left and even got a few of my raised beds mulched. However, while we were away there was plenty of rain and when we got home I found my garden fullContinue reading “July Gardens = Weeds”
Being a Thrifty Cook
One can save only so much money on food, given the fact that eating and good nutrition are basic human requirements. You also don’t want to sacrifice your health by eating cheap junk food. Medical bills are way more costly than decent food! Here are a few ways to save money in the kitchen! AvoidContinue reading “Being a Thrifty Cook”
Pantry Essentials: Vinegar
I have mentioned keeping vinegar in my pantry before. Distilled or white vinegar, which is a 5% acetic acid solution, kills 99% of bacteria, 82% of mold, and 80% of germs, but is nontoxic to humans and animals. It is also a key ingredient in pickles! The acids also dissolve mineral deposits and soap scum,Continue reading “Pantry Essentials: Vinegar”
7 Favorite Rhubarb Recipes
Rhubarb is the first thing we harvest from our garden in the spring. The plants seem to start poking out of the ground while there is still snow on the ground. Before you know it the plants are huge and ready to be harvested! We have five large plants in the garden, which is moreContinue reading “7 Favorite Rhubarb Recipes”
Nancy on the Home Front 