I’m so sorry to have to do this to you. I didn’t think it would ever come to this. But, I’m going to give you the straight poop. We’ve been up the creek without a paddle lately (yes, THAT creek). My two-year-old just went through a bought of constipation. No, I will not be describing… Read More
The days may be getting longer, my friend, but by the time the sun sets, I’m pretty wiped out. It’s been a minute since I’ve watched any tv of substance and even then, it isn’t something I usually reflect on later. But a few weeks ago……I did get a rare treat. My husband and I… Read More
What a weird, knobby-looking tuber you just pulled out of the ground. It’s raw. It’s earthy. It’s not especially interesting. Until you cut it open. Then it delights your eyes with its marigold hue, tingles your nose with its deliciously fresh fragrance. When you put a slice to your tongue, you taste its… Read More
When you imagine what bitters taste like, do you recoil with disgust as you remember those past-their-prime greens still sitting in your fridge or the only thing you hate about dark chocolate? Most of us don’t favor the bitter taste on its own, but it has long been known to be one of the most important flavors around…. Read More
How DO you get a kid to eat carrots? To which you should ask, “ah, how old’s the kid?” My short list: 1. Add sauce. 2. YOU have to eat it (and look like you’re enjoying it). 3. Do a song and dance number about how much you LOOOOVE carrots. 4. Don’t make it… Read More