Begin again
How can I explain the brain fog I’ve had the last couple of months? I was functioning but not actually living. I’d start a project but the tired and sleepy … Continue reading
Food as medicine
This is a follow up to my previous post about my weird popcorn craving and anemia. I’m not against working with a doctor or a nurse practitioner; however, I refuse … Continue reading
I’ve been sick AGAIN
Gosh I sure do get tired of being sick and tired! It’s enough to make a person start using curse words. I’m still not completely well but feeling better. It … Continue reading
Downsizing meals
Progress is slow but I’m very serious about downsizing my life including the way I cook and eat. I did a little shopping at Dollar Tree using a tip that … Continue reading
More food downsizing and organizing
I’ve been having a horrible time working with the photos on my computer. I don’t have an issue getting the pictures into the computer. They are there. I can see … Continue reading
Food storage downsizing
It never fails. Just when I believe I’ve got everything all organized and under control the STUFF – while hiding in the dark – has a wild party and multiplies … Continue reading
More cleaning & downsizing
I’m sorry I missed posting last week. I went out of town for a funeral and when I got home I came down with spring allergies. I felt miserable and … Continue reading
I HATE Microsoft Edge!
Microsoft Edge updates and takes over my computer without my permission! That’s what I hate about it. No warnings and no options. It always, always messes up my computer by … Continue reading
Cooking and canning
I’ve been really busy all last week cooking and canning. When I get food from the drive through foodbank it usually takes a week to preserve everything. Although that’s not full time … Continue reading
We’re all food guinea pigs
For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. (Sir Issacs Newton) Well, in my opinion, the same is true of every so called “healthy diet” ever promoted. For every diet guru, … Continue reading
Slow progress
Now that the house repairs are done putting things back where they belong is slow going. That’s mostly because without sunshine I lose my energy. Since January 1 this year we’ve had … Continue reading
Prices still rising
Because of the coming snow and extremely cold temperatures due on Friday all the mobile foodbank sites would be closed. I needed to get my car tag because it expires this … Continue reading
Clear kitchen first
When I recovered from the illness I had over the holidays the first thing I wanted to do is get my kitchen into a somewhat workable order so I could … Continue reading
2024 New Year Goals
I had been sick in bed since last Thursday. I caught something from someone somewhere. I’ve had a fever and slept alot. I was able to make a pot of chicken noodle soup … Continue reading
THANK YOU!
I hope everyone had a great day with lots of good food, family, friends, and got their gift wishes. I had a fantastic Christmas. I can’t think of a single thing … Continue reading
Happy holidays!
At this time of year when the air is filled with the smell of lots of food cooking my thoughts turn to good friends who have given me so much … Continue reading
2024 budget lay away
Is your bank account balance dropping as fast as the winter temperatures? Mine is. Please don’t misunderstand this post. I’m not complaining. I’m just explaining my 2024 monthly budget. I … Continue reading
I have heat!
This is the before: This is the after: The new furnace is the least energy efficient model which is typical of city repairs. The city contractor kept saying he was … Continue reading
Still no furnace
The weather is a bit warmer in the 50s today so I’m able to work at my computer. Before I get into the saga of not having a furnace yet, … Continue reading
Freezing
A quick note that I’m staying in my survival room until I can get some heat into my house. It’s 29 degrees in my house right now. I can’t cook, … Continue reading
I can’t win
The toilet sink replacement arrived and is the exact same size as the one it was supposed to replace. Bummer! I’m sad about it but not giving up. I’ll figure … Continue reading
Toilet sink – not yet
Anyone who has been reading my blog for awhile may remember how passionate I am about water conservation at home. I rarely let water go down the drain that hasn’t … Continue reading
Frugal when cooking
Long ago I read something about cooking meals that struck me it could have been describing my Grandma Mama. She let nothing go to waste. I never forgot about it … Continue reading
Cold weather sick
I’ve been under the weather for a few days with another episode of chronic fatigue syndrome. I believe it was brought on because my house got so cold during the … Continue reading
Many earthly angels
A few days ago there was a knock at my door. I wasn’t expecting anyone so I figured it had to be a neighbor. When I got to the door … Continue reading
Na Na pinches her pennies 