Oh how I loved WASHINGTON BLACK by Esi Edugyan! I was in need of lovely, sensory language and an engaging … More
Category: Wellness
Words: “Be An Intelligent Toiler… “
May we each understand the need, and strive to be, an intelligent toiler… “An infallible test of civilization is that … More
For The Joy of Animals: A Tail Dragging Bald Eagle
When you watch bald eagles being raised in near blizzard conditions, you might get the impression that they are pretty … More
Words: “Water …The Vital Humour Of This Arid Earth”
Leonardo Da Vinci was a keen observer and student of nature. His notes on The Nature of Water, from The … More
Grain-Free French Bread Worth Sharing
I think every one would agree the best time to eat bread is fresh from the oven. So I generally … More
Book Review: THE WIFE by Meg Wolitzer
I picked THE WIFE by Meg Wolitzer for our book club, as I thought it would be so much fun … More
The Easiest Recipe For Butternut Squash Soup
I am not a fan of peeling butternut squash but I do like the vegetable. So I have developed an … More
Book Review: THE NATURE FIX by Florence Williams
I don’t review a great number of nonfiction on Goodreads, but to those who know me (and my penchant for … More
Downed Power Line PSA — This Might Shock You
Power lines come down for many reasons — sleet, hurricanes, tornados, accidents, etc. Know what to do before you are … More
A Simple, But Luscious Four-Ingredient Lotion
Dry skin is the bane of winter. But January is the time to try new things. So… If you are … More