Making huge pots of chili stew gives me a chance to use one of my favorite kitchen tools, the canning funnel. Whether saving it in jars or freezer bags, the funnel makes it so much easier to keep a fairly clean area during the transfer. It can also be used to fill the canister… Continue reading Chili Stew
Month: March 2016
Improve Your Health with Olive Oil
I first became enamored with olive oil in 1993 during a trip to Greece and Turkey. In Greece, a salad ordered in a restaurant comes with a tiny bit of lettuce, chopped tomatoes, chunks or one large chunk of feta cheese, and olives. The dinner guest dresses the salad with the oil and vinegar containers… Continue reading Improve Your Health with Olive Oil
The Con – Turning the Tables – Part IV
My friend, Victoria, called today and proved in our conversation that she is no weeping willow. She is a mighty oak in a ninety-pound body. This is her story we are telling. How many of us would have the courage? “When Gavin and I broke up, he could not wait to text Joanne,… Continue reading The Con – Turning the Tables – Part IV
Have You Seen It?
“Have you seen my sweater?” asked June of her husband, Barney “The one with the green stripes?” “Yes, that’s it.” “And it has red buttons that look like flowers?” “Yes, yes, that’s it.” “Is it the one with the short stand-up white collar?” “That’s it! Where did you see it?” “Sorry, I haven’t seen it.” … Continue reading Have You Seen It?
The Con – Why Does It Happen? Part II
In the Part I we met a friend who discovered too late she was being conned. Now, let’s delve into why it happens far too often to Seniors, even Sexy, Sassy Seniors. We work and save all our lives to enjoy our golden years, only to discover when we reach them, the fun is… Continue reading The Con – Why Does It Happen? Part II
The Con – Avoiding It Part III
How can a senior, the most common target of con artists, avoid them? What are the signs the con man (or woman) wants your net worth more than he wants you? Look deep into his eyes when he smiles. Are they smiling, too? Or does that make him so nervous he turns away? Does he… Continue reading The Con – Avoiding It Part III
Amazing Coconut Cake
This recipe, although it came from my daughter-in-law’s grandmother, Karen’s mother made it for us. We met Sandra only twice before our children married. On a very special weekend, she and Sam welcomed us to their home to stay over and become acquainted. Never have I met such warm, friendly, loving people as those… Continue reading Amazing Coconut Cake
Who Knew? Chocolate Is Good for You!
Chocolate is the downfall of many a well-intentioned diet, because it’s easy to become addicted to some form of chocolate. I was told years ago by a primary care doctor that chocolate is bad for blood glucose, so stay away from it. A specialist once told me to avoid the treat because it contains caffeine… Continue reading Who Knew? Chocolate Is Good for You!
The Con – The Target Part I
It took seven years, being engaged, handing over almost ten thousand dollars before she discovered her fiancé was a con artist and she his target. She met him at a luncheon his company sponsored to help seniors make the most of their retirement funds and income. She filled out a card asking for more… Continue reading The Con – The Target Part I
A Retiree’s Last Trip to Costco
Submitted by: Carol Wilker Yesterday I was at Costco buying a large bag of Purina dog chow for my loyal pet, Necco, the Wonder Dog, which weighs 191 lbs. I was in the check-out line when a woman behind me asked if I had a dog. What did she think I had.. an elephant? So because I’m… Continue reading A Retiree’s Last Trip to Costco