Taking a Walk with Friends Have you ever gone into the woods or walked through the weeds with friends? I arranged for a weekend at my home in the hollow with three of my friends. My “country house” sits next to a water hollow, down the hill and through a meadow from my parents’ …
Turnips are a low cal root vegetable, rich in vitamin C. Make turnip fries for a healthier alternative to french fries. It’s simple: Toss the sliced turnips in seasoned olive oil and bake or air fry. Ingredients 2 lbs turnips (4-5 med. turnips) cut into “french fry” sticks (about ¼ in thick) ½ c olive …
Skin color and police force have defined recent months in my community. Many of us feel that one is undervalued, the other used in excess, and opposing views on these topics have become uncomfortably heated on social media and in conversations. Unfortunately, the impotency of many heated exchanges has paralyzed true communication and stretched the divide, most notably among …
Healthier hash browns? Yes, please! These delicious hash browns from Pennie Nichols of The Accidental Blogger are not just delicious – but they’re better for you than the greasy and overdone alternatives. Give them a try and let us know what you think. Instead of frying your hash browns in a pan, you can air-fry …
Steven and I are full of bird wonder. Our backyard, patio, and window chatter goes something like this: “Look, look! A titmouse!” “What kind of bird is that?” “The hummers are back!” “There’s a woodpecker at the feeder!” “Get the camera! I see a blue bird!” “Those birds that make babbling brook sounds are cowbirds. I looked it …