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Growing up, I didn’t eat a lot of vegetables. (French fries don’t count!) My husband, on the other hand, a good, compliant child, would eat all the green things his mom put on his plate. In those days, veggies were often served simply heated from a can, maybe with bacon added for extra flavor. We… Read more

I don’t remember where I got this recipe. Many times I take a recipe and simplify or alter it. This soup is hearty and just perfect for a cold winter night. Leftovers are delicous. Esau sold his birthright for a bowl of lentil stew…hmmm. Ingredients Saute the onion and carrot in olive oil. Add the… Read more

My husband lost 50 pounds last year. I started making this recipe so he could enjoy a sweet treat without the carb overload. He himself took on the task of baking them, and we always have a batch on hand. He likes them cold so their home is in the refrigerator. I adapted the recipe… Read more

I don’t know, but for me, I like to start my day with prayer, and I can’t pray without coffee. For decades, I added cream and a heaping spoonful of sugar to my cup. Giving up those things was VERY hard. First I let go of the sugar, then the cream (as I try to… Read more

I’ve had my couch potato days. Now I understand exercise is crucial to health. The National Institue on Aging recommends two types of exercise each week: 1). 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, and 2). two days of muscle-strengthening activities. When I began lifting weights, I bought a pair of cute little two pound pink… Read more