The Art of the Antipasti Tray
What's antipasti? An appetizer usually consisting of an assortment of foods, such as smoked meats, cheese, fish, and vegetables.…
My Cooking Mentor
My mother would have turned 101 this year. I still miss her although she’s been gone for decades. At parties, people often asked…
The Legend of “Stingy Jack”
From the fine folks at the History Channel comes the history of the Jack O’ Lantern. I didn't know the origin of carving…
Beware the Perils of Plastic
I recently received this article from Bon Appetit outlining why you should NEVER even heat food in plastic in a microwave. If you…
39th Wedding Anniversary
Even though the countdown to this year’s anniversary is on, we will be happy just being together.
The Spotless Giraffe
Have you heard about the spotless giraffe? She was born a couple of months ago in Limestone, TN. She’s already 6’ tall of…
Bridge to Somewhere
My mother had seven children to care for. It didn’t leave her much time for herself. I do remember her saving time for herself in…
My Father the Engineer
To this day, when I face a difficult project I tell people, “I’m putting on my mechanical engineer hat,” and I go at it. Works…
Street Eating
The Taste of Chicago is returning this year for the first time since COVID. It will be in early September, when it’s likely going…
The Critical Difference Between Successful and Unsuccessful Dieters (and People)
Think about the implications and the power of this idea in taking charge of your own weight and health.
A Sharp Knife Can Save a Finger
“A sharp knife is a safe knife.” That seemed counter-intuitive to me when I was young. Sharp knives cut more easily than dull…
The News
This time of year, is the first anniversary of my husband learning his kidney cancer was gone. Every six months we have to travel…
Picking Your Next Diet
It has come to my attention that a drug used to treat diabetes is now flying off the shelves as a weight loss drug.If you (or…
Skillet Curling
There is only one ice rink in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The last open weekend they hold a “Skillet Curling Contest” on the ice. If…
What To Bring To Dinner
When people call me to let me know they are accepting an invitation to dinner at our house, they often follow the “yes, we’d love…
The Most Frustrating Thing About Exercise
The information I’m about to share comes from the National Institutes of Health. They designed a little computer program. It’s…
Celebrate in Style
I have worked hard to find unique ways to celebrate holidays and special occasions. Today I’m offering you a way to make your…
It’s a New Year. Don’t Be Fooled.
I don’t want to go all “Debbie Downer” on you at the beginning of a New Year but I thought a good theme to start off the year…
Boxing Day
This holiday has nothing to do with a boxing ring or leather gloves. It has everything to do with celebrating.