The Season of Love!
I have consumed an amazing amount of Valentine candy today and it is only February 13th! At this time of year it seems love has our attention even more than…
Toy Time!
'Tis the season - for buying toys, that is. As I walked through the toy aisles this past weekend, I noticed lots of fun, colorful, and appealing choices. But what…
Welcome to My World
Yesterday a student in one of my classes asked a very interesting question. We were discussing nutrition, specifically Vitamin D. I mentioned some new things I had just read about…
The Meanest Teacher Ever
In seventh grade I had the meanest English teacher ever. She made us work way too hard. She pushed us constantly and made us do too much homework. For example,…
By Popular Request – Cheese Sauce
Of all the recipes we have made in my classes over the years, this one is by far the most requested. I have had students request a copy of this…
What Are You Drinking?
It has been a very hot summer where I live. We all know that with high heat it is especially important to have plenty of fluids. But what will be…
Christmas is December 25th this Year
Christmas is December 25th this year. It was December 25th last year. In fact, I have it on good authority that it will be December 25th next year also! So,…
New Arrivals!
Is there a baby in your life? This summer I've enjoyed spending lots of time with a new nephew and we are eagerly awaiting another new niece or nephew in…
Do You Need a Financial Reality Check?
You're nineteen years old. You have a job making several dollars an hour more than minimum wage. You should be able to afford to have a fairly nice lifestyle, right?…
Safe Summer Picnics
It is definitely picnic season here. Family reunions, camping, picnics, and dinner on the grill are all part of the joy of summer. But that joy can quickly fade if…
