Cozy up with this hearty Lazy Perogy Soup! Perfect for chilly days, it’s a comforting, healthy lunch with simple ingredients you can easily swapIt is cold out… Read More

 Beyond Yummy Smoky Butternut Squash-Apple Soup garnished with Crushed Toasted Squash Seed & ChipotleIngredientsButternut Squash, fairly large (about 6 cups of flesh, if you… Read More

 At one time I was a HUGE FAN of organic coconut milk in soups. Today's soup is a re-run of your vegan or plant-based, classic Cream of broccoli combination substituting coconut… Read More

This hearty recipe is an adaptation from one of the "Total Brain Chemical Boosting Recipes" in Eric R. Braverman, MD's book, "Younger (Thinner) You Diet: How Understanding Your Brain Chemist… Read More

 Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Lemon Zest Soup, a refreshing blend of Fall vegetables and buttermilk (or vegan-friendly alternative).This cold soup is delicious and makes use… Read More

 This hearty Carrot-Cauliflower Curry Soup is vibrant with the fragrance and taste and warmth of your own harvested veggies but also with the more exotic flavours of the tropics… Read More

                                     Plantar Fasciitis-- the pain can affect you from head to t… Read More

This is a recipe for an easy-to-make vegan almond plum cake. I started out wanting to make an eggless almond yeast cake with Italian plums planted in it like the cake I remembered from… Read More

Recently I heard that a family member in her early 50s was being seen by a doctor for DVT and that she was hoping that there was a more natural way of dealing with it than the medications he… Read More

Father's Day has become a more highlighted day of celebration than when I was a child. My father was born in 1927 and lived a pretty long life: he died in 2013, a few months into his 86th ye… Read More

 Overnight oats with chia added are a popular breakfast item, especially when it is too warm to eat your favorite hot oat cereal! This is a healthy way to start the day-- the foundation… Read More

We know that prayer is one of the most potent weapons against the spiritual battles of anxiety and depression. When darkness descends on the mind, fervent intercessory prayer to our Heavenly… Read More

When you, or your teen offspring, decide that the time has come to get a job, to make some cool cash, Rockin the Free World (or maybe that would be your grandparents?) -- a job offering… Read More

In March sometime, our son Conrad did a hard prune on our old apple tree. We estimate that it is probably around 40 years old and hasn't been given a trim for a couple of years. Then at… Read More

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Older women are instructed to disciple younger women,to teach them what is good and about God's LoveAs an older woman with years of walking the path of faith, I feel a deep calling to come a… Read More

Great vegan sourdough wafflesThese waffles are super Thank you for your kind words and compassion my friends-- except for Ed's pain in his finger, all is well. And today is sunny and hopeful… Read More

Just a start to the 2024 Gardening year. Our son Conrad is staying with us for a while and gardening is his passion, so we are getting some help.Although he does tend to be as 'creative' and… Read More

 If you enjoy eating somewhere with a magnificent view, you can generally count on that if you dat in a tower restaurant. And all over the world! As a Canadian, I've eaten at the T… Read More

Telling a good joke can be a fine art, and while humor is subjective, there are some general principles that can help increase the likelihood of success. Here are some tips on what's require… Read More

This is a slender book, more like a lengthy essay. Recently I was struck by a newspaper article about a woman in her 40s, Lyndell Montgomery, who had been part of the religious cult cal… Read More

This chick'n pot pie soup is hearty and tasty. It is made with about 140 g of Butler's soy curls and makes about 6 adult servings. IngredientsCASHEW CREAM1/2 cup cashews soaked and spun… Read More

Pros:Natural Beauty: Vancouver is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, including mountains, forests, and ocean views. The city’s beauty is unparalleled.Outdoor Activities: You ca… Read More

Terry-Berry Muffin in the DaffodilsChoosing the best small dog for retirees involves considering various factors such as temperament, size, energy level, grooming needs, and companionship. W… Read More

Happy International Women's Day 2024A friend just wrote "Happy Virtue Signaling Day" on Facebook. The comment "Happy Virtue Signaling Day" in reference to International Women's Day suggests… Read More

Celery Root and Root Vegetable SoupSo one day this Spring-- a chilly day-- our resident son came home from town with an ugly bulbus "root vegetable" that I remembered from the days with my G… Read More

Potty training can be approached in various ways, and both Adlerian parenting (often associated with Positive Parenting) and Attachment parenting offer philosophies and techniques that paren… Read More

I have a dear friend in her 80s who asked if I had any ideas why her stomach/gut is recently often bloated up so that she feels like she appears pregnant. I have experienced that, and I know… Read More

 Most of us know what Easter is, but what is Lent? Lent is a Christian observance lasting approximately 40 days before Easter.It commemorates Jesus Christ's 40 days of fasting in t… Read More

Looking to celebrate Galentine's Day in style this year? Gather your gal pals and indulge in a variety of fun activities that celebrate friendship and independence. Apparently, February 13th… Read More

The popularity and reception of Valentine's gifts can vary greatly depending on personal preferences and relationships, but here are ten gifts that are generally well-received:Flowers: Class… Read More

Valentine's Day floral arrangements often feature a variety of flowers and foliage chosen for their romantic symbolism, vibrant colors, and pleasing fragrances. While the specific flowers ma… Read More

 Ginger is a versatile spice that is widely used in various culinary and medicinal applications. Here are several uses for ginger:Cooking and Baking: Ginger adds a unique and warm flavo… Read More

"Your habits are how you embody your identity."Atomic Habits, by James ClearMy husband and I have been married for over fifty-three years. We have been relatively healthy for most of this ti… Read More

Home accessibility is crucial for individuals who face challenges with climbing stairs. Here are ten options along with their potential pros and cons:1. Ramps:Pros: Provide a gradual slope f… Read More

As the New Year arrives, icy winds may not be the only chill in the air. January and February bring unique online currents for seniors, with a mix of exciting opportunities and lurking dange… Read More

 As the world bids farewell to the old and welcomes the new, New Year celebrations manifest in a tapestry of diverse traditions across the globe. This article explores 10 distinct cultu… Read More

 Christmas is a time when even the most austere iconoclasts have at least one or two pretty little traditions they hark back to. Everything from purchasing expensive tree ornaments to s… Read More

Unlocking Your Potential: Turning Gap Year Jobs into Future SuccessEmbrace the Journey: Building Skills and Shaping CareersEmbarking on a Gap Year is a thrilling adventure filled with self-d… Read More

 I had grannies with Scottish backgrounds, so shortbread was always "a thing" in my growing up Christmases. It was also the first cookie recipe I remember experimenting with baking-- I… Read More

Here are 73 years of playlists, each consisting of popular Christmas songs or singers from different decades that I have celebrated Christmas. I have tucked some fun Canadian Christmas… Read More

  Here are 25 creative ways to repurpose, recycle, or reuse old CDs (compact discs):Coasters: Use the shiny side of the CD as a coaster. You can decorate the non-shiny side with ar… Read More

Explaining war to children can be challenging, but it's important to approach the topic with sensitivity. Here's a simplified, point-form explanation suitable for young children:Wars are fig… Read More

Gift shopping at thrift stores can be a unique and sustainable way to find thoughtful presents. Here are some ideas, presented in point form:Second-hand Gifts:Vintage Clothing:Unique clothin… Read More

 I'm in my 70s and have a number of hobbies that I pursue at different times. These are the activities that spice my life up, and according to "the science," it is healthy for the brain… Read More

This faceless grape pie is a big hit in our house. Everyone has seemingly waited for me to start making pies, and now, with my discovery the galette-- so easy and so satisfying-- we have bee… Read More

Yellow Doll Melon in its HammockWhen I was a child in the 1950s in the Canadian Prairies, I dreamed of growing exotic things in our mundane garden: maybe giant pumpkins or watermelons! We di… Read More

Gluten-free stove top stuffing-- a delish nosh bowl alongwith sauerkraut salad, hummus, broccoli, and kimchee. The recipe for a plant-based gluten-free stovetop stuffing came about when… Read More

Wonderful, yummy, messy, spicy, tasty, creamy, crunchy, crisp, chewy, savory, plant-based, gluten-free Gyro Our son, Philip, went on a high school trip in 1988 to Greece. He came back e… Read More

When I published a recipe for a Soft Wholewheat Bread made in a Crockpot, a few people asked me if there was a crockpot recipe for vegan, gluten-free bread?  Well, the short answer is… Read More