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Greens, lettuce and cut herbs can deteriorate quickly in the refrigerator.  To save them and keep them fresh and crisp, rinse, shake out all the water possible, and wrap tightly in a lightweight dish towel.  I keep a number of cheap light towels especially for this purpose.  Try it!

The Navy's Blue Angels formation skills have nothing on this demonstration of real country skills.  Watch the grey-haired gal!

Top 3 Rice Cookers Worth Your Buy By Matthew Laphet, co-owner of Rice Cooker Guide.com

This important note from Tupperware Manager Sue Skirvin:  There is a major recall on supermarket eggs from a large Iowa producer.  Many people have become seriously ill from eating these eggs, raw or undercooked.  Read this notice with brands, dates, and more information.  Be warned and be careful!   

Is classical music far too serious?  Not always!  Check out this video, Classical Music In The Key Of Comedy, sent in by The Weedy Lady, Ginny Wiedemann.

Can it be that I am the only person who never heard of Turtle Burgers?  Don't worry, we're not going to go out on the hunt and decimate wildlife; these are made with normal ingredients.

Several times when we were young, broke, and expecting company for dinner, I fixed a big pot of Potato Soup.  This meal never failed to cause raves and compliments.

A "must see" video:   Embrace Life!

Polenta is an economical staple served as a side dish at many tables, Italian, Hispanic and more.  This is an easy and quick recipe, and by far the best I have eaten.

Take "Remembering" by Simply Tim of Recipe du Jour to heart; don't wait until it's too late.

Economizing often means serving chicken.  Here's a tasty and novel way to serve it: Chicken Pecan Sandwich.

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!

Here's the recipe for Pumpkin Butter Cupcakes with a link to a printed version.  It's a great treat to tuck in lunches, or as an after school snack with a big glass of milk!

The original Monte Cristo Sandwich has a clouded history.  Some think it evolved from a French sandwich called Croque Monsieur.  One more way to use up a bit of leftover roasted turkey or chicken is a healthier version of this famous sandwich.

Labor Day will be here before we know it - September 6th this year.  Will you end summer with a picnic or barbecue?

Problems weighing you down?  Put them in perspective with this video from "China Has Talent", that former Allapattah neighbor Floriberto Gonzalez sent in.

For those with back or mobility problems, ordinary tasks like washing one's feet and putting on shoes can be difficult. Take a look at two products from Fuller Brush that help out tremendously; the long Foot & Body Brush and the E-Z Reach Shoe Horn.

The famous recipe for Beverly Hills Cafe Meatloaf makes two generous loaves; you can freeze one, or slice when cold for sandwiches.

For many of us, it's hurricane or tornado time, or flood or blizzard danger.  Anything that threatens the family is stressful, but being prepared reduces the danger and the anxiety.  Depending on your circumstances, here's a Safety Checklist to help with preparations. 

Sand Tarts made with Watkins Double-Strength Vanilla recently went out on the April 2010 Discovery Shuttle Launch, by request of one of the astronauts.  See the story at The Italian Cafe, and try Sand Tarts for yourself.

Any way to get the family to eat more veggies is always welcome, especially when it's disguised with an intriguing name like Toothpick Soup.

This hysterical clip was contributed by Fuller Brush Rep Frances Tardif:  Happy Hour in Africa.

Don't beat yourself up over putting things off.  Procrastination!

Avoid Making a Mess with refills or storage.

Arepa means different things in different places.  Try a favorite, Arepa Dulce con Guineo (Sweet Corn Cake with Banana).

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!

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