The only flowers that I could recognize for certain were - dandelions! Then, in 2021, this happened.
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A Walk With Dziadziu
The debate between my grandmother and grandfather caught my attention. Always spoken in part-English and part-Polish, I was trying to get the gist of what was being said. Even at the ripe old age of seven, I was somewhat talented at stitching together English words with the few Polish words…
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Panko-Crusted Roast Cauliflower
The seasonings and bread crumbs add so much an otherwise kind of bland veggie that it can actually make a meatless meal by adding soft flour tortillas, easy coleslaw, and your favorite hot sauce or guacamole.
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Kale, Arugula and Peanut Salad With Olive Oil and Balsamic Glaze
This super simple salad is one of my all-time favorites.
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If We Can’t Save The Earth From Climate Change, Maybe Nature Can
I don’t normally watch Nature on PBS but having just finished The Invention of Nature, and being laid up due to some dental issues, I decided to give the episode “The Serengeti Rules” a go. Glad I did.
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Death Cleaning Is A Real Thing
The concept of Death Cleaning, or getting rid of junk as made popular by the minimalist movement, can offer peace and serenity.
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Date Cookies: A Gluten-Free Holiday Treat
Date cookies look fancy but are super simple to make. Plus, they're gluten-free.
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Updating a 1960’s Garden: Flower Borders Poolside
My gardening efforts have focused on updating the flower beds around the backyard swimming pool and fence. These beds haven't been changed since the pool was added.