Homegrown Housekeeping

With the awareness of toxicity in conventional household cleaners, an array of “natural” alternatives have made their way to the supermarket shelves. Even the most popular brands are touting eco-friendly versions. As I look through the choices on the shelf, I see products selling for $5 or more! I’d much rather spend that money [...]

how ’bout a nice bowl of chili?

When Canon was a wee 6 month old, I worked for a short time as a cook at a small bistro in Hot Springs. This chili was on the menu. The barley is a nice substitute for meat. This is my version. So fast and easy, it’s a great [...]

Firey ants on a log

Did ya ever eat ants on a log when you were a kid? I never even heard of it until I became a mom and started attending toddler buffets at kid parties. Well, it’s one of those snacks my kiddo will eat up if a jif! (hehehe) I like it too. Full of [...]