by Diane | | Family Life, Uncategorized
March 10th is Middle Name Pride Day. Although it’s a new holiday to me, I have actually celebrated it every day for many years. You see, my middle name, Maxine, is from my Grandma, my Dad’s mother. I am honored to share her name as she was truly an inspiration to...
by Diane | | Food, Natural Health, salad, Uncategorized
Avocados are a pear shaped fruit also known as the alligator pear or the avocado pear. Avocados are an often overlooked, but truly delightful fruit whose many health benefits help it shine by itself or in one of the many possible recipes. Learn more about the health...
by Diane | | Family Life, Farm Life, food planning, Organic Gardening, Uncategorized
Winter brings seed catalogs for browsing as we plan our Spring gardens. As you make plans for your garden, you might consider what is in those seed varieties. You’re probably well aware of the GMO controversy. Some are comfortable with a genetically modified variety...
by Diane | | Family Life, Uncategorized
16 Essentials My Mother Taught Me As we are preparing for my daughter’s Sweet 16 party, I am amazed at what a beautiful person she has become, very kind and trustworthy, helpful and considerate; she’s a happy spirit who is quite content with most of life, while...
