There are times in our lives when change comes quickly.  In a generation or less, we are living in a strange new land.   Our New America....

I won't even try to list all the incredible health benefits of green tea:  Third Age offers a list that will astonish you.   Drink it hot to warm the bones, or iced, or mixed with black tea if you prefer the flavor - but drink it!

Pan de Batata is an enigma; translated loosely to 'Sweet Potato Bread', it's not made with sweet potatoes, nor is it a bread. Its also called Pan de Boniato. However you call it, it's a delicious treat.

Even people that normally refuse sweet potatoes may enjoy Sweet Potato Whip, and it's easy to fix.  Extra flavors are due to some unusual additions!

This sinfully simple variation on cranberries is great with poultry or pork, on whole wheat toast with butter, or atop plain yogurt or vanilla ice cream.  Cranberry Orange-Marmalade Sauce.

Green Bean Casserole is a Thanksgiving staple, but it doesn't have to break the calorie bank. Ours is cheaper, healthier, and I think it tastes better!

Yesterday on a short trip to the grocery, I saved $ 6.62 on super loss-leader sales, and $ 4.85 in coupons.  You can put that money in your pocket, too.

Where do you go first, every morning and every evening?

This dessert dish is good for you, a perfect end to a meal, and simple to make.  Apple-Pear Crisp

Versagrain is dedicated to reintroducing people to the whole grain foods their ancestors knew and loved.  Not just whole wheat, either.  Take a look - a beautiful and fascinating site!

Is coming of age the same today as it was two or three generations ago? The Last Hurrah by Walter Mills of Recipe du Jour

Here's a hint on how to peel hard-boiled eggs easily.

How much would it be worth to you if you didn't have to scrub the bathtub or shower? 

Can lack of this vitamin expose your kids to more danger from flu and colds?

What does wasting money have to do with eggs?  Take a look.

What about onions for a high fever?  Really?

Everyone in the cleaning industry has always been told that hand dryers in restrooms are not sanitary, they spread germs and bacteria around.  Is this true, or an urban legend?

See more examples on how to morph your leftovers.  Let your creativity save money!  Let's hear your examples.  Contact us and tell your story.

Enjoy Tupperware Manager Sue Skirvin's tasty 1905 Salad, another Ybor City Colombia Restaurant delicacy.

This classic recipe is called by different names; the most common is Johnny Marzetti. In truth, it all started at the Marzetti family restaurant in Columbus, Ohio.

Sent by my brother, Lloyd Williamson: "I’ll never admit to being old! But I obviously watched too much TV when I was young since I got 20/20…"   Memory Test for Mature People

Many years ago I was starting a family on a slim budget. These cookies were an economical snack and sweet that we all enjoyed.  Favorite Oatmeal Cookies.

Time continues to compress.  The day and year spin by.  What is happening to time?

In 1950, Ruth Derousseau won Junior First Prize in the Pillsbury Bake-Off with this delightful cookie, Cherry Winks.

Sent by Claudio Eichenberger, owner and producer of YourShop, e-commerce stores, ready for occupancy:  A funny sort of dog!

Worried about the impending pandemic of swine flu, and other spreading illnesses?  Let Your Kitchen Be Your Pharmacy

Do you know how to select the right wet or dry mop, and how to care for it?  Click here.

Has Noah's Ark been found?   See details...

What's the secret to truly great meringue?

Sent by daughter Cathy Asbury; Beautiful.  I've seen it before, but it touches my soul every time.  View, enjoy, and give thanks.

I absolutely love the flavor of bread stuffing whenever I roast a turkey.  But this stuffing has several drawbacks, and stove-top just doesn't cut it for me.  Here's a quick and easy substitute that almost tastes the same:  Stuffed Grits!

Do you frequently end up with eggshells in our food when you crack eggs?  Here's why....

Emily is looking for a top for her stainless steel double boiler.  Can anyone advise?

Stanley Home Products has a Giveaway Sweepstakes from now to March 31, 2010.  Enter to win a week-long Caribbean Cruise Vacation for two, a TV, camera, microwave, computer, video game and more.  A prize is awarded each month.  Click here.  Enter daily if you like, to increase your chances of winning.

Brother Lloyd Williamson sends me How to Bathe a Cat.  It was already posted, but worth reading again.  Meanwhile, daughter Cathy sends me this picture of desperation.

Doing the laundry has certainly changed.  I still remember Laundry Day, summers when I stayed with my grandparents... Read it and bless your washing machine.

Just in time for the holidays - Cake Decorating 101 - instructions for those with cake decorating deficit disorder.

A salad can be a whole meal, or at least the main course, and Chicken Arugula Salad is such a dish. It's one of my favorite recipes, almost better than ice cream or chocolate cake!

Rice Soufflé is a tasty side dish, which you can make with leftover cooked rice. 

What's the right thing to do with frozen foods when an extended power outage hits.

Eating more fruits and veggies doesn't have to mean green beans!  Here's a fast and elegant dish that costs almost nothing - Baked Bananas.

Sent to me by daughter Cathy:  For those of you that love cute  animal pictures with a high "Aw-w-w-" quotient - Gypsy Vanner mare and foal.

A tip-off on a like-named competitor from contributor Bev Avery.

This scrumptious cold soup is deceptively simple and fast to make.  The secret to success is to use high-quality canned tomatoes.  Serendipity Chilled Tomato Soup

Here's a great stuffing for poultry or rolled meat dishes, or for those that can't eat wheat.  It makes a wonderful dressing for a large fish, baked.  Rice Dressing.