Because Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and the illnesses it creates Corona Virus Disease 19 (COVID-19) are … More
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Book Review: AMERICA WAS HARD TO FIND by Kathleen Alcott
How timely was AMERICA WAS HARD TO FIND? It was published on May 14, 2019 and the 50TH anniversary of … More
Book Review: AMERICAN DIRT by Jeanine Cummins
I am SO fortunate to have gotten my hands on AMERICAN DIRT by Jeanine Cummins in advance of publication (thanks … More
Christmas Sugar Cookie Cutouts
I have been making this Christmas Sugar Cookie Cutout recipe since 1986. It is an heirloom recipe brought from Europe … More
Book Review: THE WILDLANDS by Abby Geni
Timely. Terrifying. Heartbreaking. Yes, THE WILDLANDS by Abby Geni with its examination of human impact on the natural world is … More
Book Review: THE WOLF IN THE WHALE by Jordanna Max Brodsky
Novels featuring Gods and Goddesses and mythology aren’t generally my go-to. But THE WOLF IN THE WHALE by Jordanna Max … More
Using Meyer Lemons For Lemon Curd
Meyer Lemons are a cross between a lemon and a mandarin orange. The Meyer lemon has smooth golden skin the … More
Book Review: THE BOOK OF SPECULATION by Erika Swyler
THE BOOK OF SPECULATION by Erika Swyler has been on my shelf for far too many years, and it seems … More
Words: “Never Alone Or Weary Of Life”
Earth sustains us not only in body, but in spirit: “Those who dwell, as scientists or laymen, among the beauties … More
Cooking With Fresh Herbs
Preparation and storage are key when cooking with fresh herbs. Preparation Wash herbs when you are ready to use them. … More