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It’s On My Bookshelf

I was at a garden party this weekend, with raspberry lemonade sweetened with stevia, and nearly 20 other dishes of fruit and fresh summer veggies. After the sun had set, the birthday woman began opening gifts under the outdoor tea lights. She cheered as she unwrapped...

Add Some Lusciousness To Your Meals

Sometimes we eat piles of food to keep full. I’ve held jobs where my lunch times were limited, and it was useless to bring in beautiful leftovers from the night before, because I wouldn’t have the time to enjoy them. Instead, I would bring simple salads,...

It’s Time For You To Grow A Passion for Peaches!

At my very first job, at a plant nursery, there were 3 old peach trees. They needed wooden poles to prop up the branches, especially as August rolled around. I always took a few peaches home after a hot day in the garden, and appreciated the sweetness of this seasonal...

Give Your Stomach A Rest With The Sky Cleanse

Several years ago, I read a suggestion in a book about taking one day each week to cleanse or fast. It’s an opportunity to rest from heavy foods, avoid gluten, sugar, and dairy, and also drink more liquids. I imagine how happy our bodies would be if we gave them...