Serve up a time-saver for dinner
You may find this hard to believe, but whether you love to cook or prefer to keep a nice stash of take-out menus, meal planning for your family can truly simplify your life in ways you never imagined. You know that question “what’s for dinner?” that you must answer...
Keeping up and cleaning up
The name for the month of February comes from the Latin word “februa,” meaning “to cleanse.” Historically, there was a month-long purification festival held this time of the year. Not only is it a great time of year to downsize and clean your home, but it’s a great...
Some AAS vegetables ideal for Shore
The All American Select vegetables are chosen for a number of reasons that can appeal to gardeners. The fruit might have more nutrition or taste better. It could be larger to produce more robust harvests, or smaller, creating personal sized fruit that will not take up...
Acts of charity shouldn’t stop just because holiday season is through
The holiday season has always been considered a time of giving along with celebration, not only to loved ones but to those who may be struggling in your community. From gift drives to coat collections to canned food drives, the winter season has several opportunities...
Bokashi is enjoying a revival
Composting has become a household word, thanks to patient but proactive home gardeners who are seeking a natural soil supplement and hoping to keep food waste from landfills. Composting is characterized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a process using...
Beat cabin fever right here on Shore
Winter can be a tough time to stay active and maintain morale. The days are short, the winds are sharp, and outdoor activities are few and far between. Nonetheless, these next few months are a terrific time to take advantage of some local activities that will help you...
Hawkins has longtime touch of glass
Lori Hawkins still has the first piece of stained-glass art she made some 35 years ago. While most of her other works decorates other people’s homes, that first piece, a pair of tulips survived a devastating hurricane and then made the trip from Florida to her home in...
History of clothing colorants
(Editor’s note: DeeDee Wood is the owner of Black Cat Curiosities, an online antiques research and sales venue.) Winter is the time we wear more clothes to keep our bodies warm, but have you ever looked at the color of your winter clothes, or maybe even a vintage...
The soul-warming history of soup
A Mission for Nutrition
