No forty plus relatives laughing and eating turkey together this year — we are all mostly sticking close to home. I hope Zoom and its cousins have beefed up their equipment in readiness for all the traffic this weekend! They are going to be busy. I am thankful we have technology to help us through. […]
Cranberry Pear Sauce
Colorful and delicious Cranberry Pear Sauce will be a hit this holiday season! It is super quick and easy to make with no refined sugar. Its sweetness comes naturally from ripe pears and a touch of real maple syrup. It is a superb accompaniment to turkey and other poultry as well, as pork tenderloin or […]
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Rocky the Rescue Cat has a new hobby. He has taken to sitting on the arm of Wheels’ chair in the evening to watch tv. Sitting very tall and straight, ears perked and eyes glued to the screen, he takes it all in. He prefers drama to action and cartoons to political commentary. It’s funny […]
Savory Sweet Potatoes
Rich, creamy mashed sweet potatoes are the perfect side dish for any holiday meal. They are so quick and easy , you’ll want to enjoy them throughout the year. Sweet potatoes are as nutritious as they are delicious. They contain fewer calories and are higher in fiber, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C than their white […]
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Working outside in beautiful sunshine and completing some painting projects that are set up in the garage. The wind cancelled plans to enjoy a walk in the woods. Great Plains “woods” do not compare to the extensive Ohio woods that often retain their beautiful fall foliage for many days. Here the wooded areas have trees […]
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Stay safe. Stay well. If you haven’t already, please vote. Think of those affected by wildfire and storms and do what you can to help. Oh yeah — did you remember to “fall back” your clocks last night? Most of all, may you in the midst of all that is going on, find a pinch […]
Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!