I think of a beautiful display of a cluster of red leaves whenever I think of a poinsettia plant. And Christmas. Statistically, it is the number one potted plant sold in America, which means more poinsettias are sold than all other potted plants combined! Several...
Many years ago, I wrote for the Williamstown Advocate, a weekly newspaper, and one of my articles featured stuffing recipes as the holidays that often feature turkeys were approaching. The recipe from my Aunt Rita in England included chestnuts! “This stuffing is...
After hitting the snooze button on my alarm a couple of times, I make my way down the stairs in the dark. If I had any thought to preplan the night before, my mocha pot should be clean and ready for fresh ground espresso. The whirring blades are like nails on a...
Jeopardy Answer – Diatomaceous earth. Jeopardy Question – What is almost everywhere, yet very few people know anything about it? D.E. gives us an abbreviation, and I for one am glad because spelling the name of this substance can be complicated. Have you heard of...
October is National Book Month. Not only are people excited for Halloween this month, but book lovers are happy to be celebrating National Book Month to promote reading, writing and literature. Book enthusiasts enjoy this month, as do authors, publishers and...
The American Society for the Prevention and Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has declared October National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. According to the ASPCA, 6.3 million companion animals are sent to U.S. animal shelters each year. Dogs account for 3.1 million of that...
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4 ESV The importance of this verse has been weighing heavily on me recently. So many of us have been in a...
As anyone's calling develops, Dr. Soyini Hawkins MD, MPH, FACOG intuitively always wanted to work in women’s health care, even before she had any real exposure to medicine. She was dissuaded from entering this particular field, but she knew it was a good fit...
Growing up, I never had the opportunity to learn an instrument or take music classes. My exposure to music came primarily through pop songs. However, I quickly realized my limitations when I attempted to sing along at karaoke nights (listeners’ nightmare). The...
Introduction: Ten years ago, I discovered the advantages of meditation, but I couldn't sit still for even five minutes. In 2016, a friend who meditated daily recommended Vipassana Meditation to me. Although I registered for a course in 2018, family priorities led...
I was always the girl who proudly informed everyone she would move out of state for college. I dreamed of a life away from Florida, away from all the swamps and the flatness of its terrain. I disliked the intense heat that accompanied its summers and all the...
Spicy Vodka Pasta, Charred Burgers, Chicken with Mixed Greens, and a side of warm Brussels Sprouts! All of these make my mouth water, and why wouldn't they? They are exquisite meals with many different spices and flavors. As you can tell by my mere excitement...
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