It’s both wonderful and crazy that of all my blog posts, “Should I or Shouldn’t I Whiten My Teeth?” has the most comments. I truly appreciate all the thoughtful responses, including the offer for a coupon from Crest. The votes are in favor of whitening. So today I am going to try it. Why? Not […]
Archive | May, 2009
Top 10 Things I Want For Mother’s Day
This time of year feels so busy, so rushed, so filled with everything happening at once, both indoors and out, at home, school, work and play. Thank goodness for Mother’s Day right in the middle of it all. I might just get a chance to take a break. Who knows how the day will actually […]
Does Anyone Know How To Build a “Green Roof”?
I just read a study by Generate Insight about people’s perceptions of the term “green.” There is a lot of good news in the study, but “green” is still perceived as a confusing goal that’s hard to achieve. Maybe that’s because it often is! For example, I am now in the process of trying to […]
Should I or Shouldn’t I Whiten My Teeth?
Last week I went to the orthodontist to sign up Eve, my 12-year-old, for braces. The place was kind of creepy—everyone’s teeth were so bright and almost neon white. I joked with the hot-looking receptionist that I felt inadequate and out of place. It all made my eyeballs hurt. Suddenly my perfectly normal and healthy […]
Top Ten Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Farmer’s Market
This weekend, the Emmaus Farmer’s Market opens again…thank GOD! I have been craving the fresh greens and local foods that only a farmer’s market can deliver. There are people who I am looking forward to seeing who I know will be there. And there are people who will be missing (George and Melanie!) who I […]
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Raised on America’s first organic farm, Scratch author Maria Rodale learned how to make everyday favorites from, yes, scratch — the way you remember them; the way they turn out best.
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