I read this article about economic patriotism with interest and look forward to seeing the documentary when it is broadcast, if I can find it. I had not heard the term before, and like it a lot. I have tried to shop locally all my life, and it has become a bigger and bigger job… Continue reading Economic Patriotism
Author: Maggie Turner
Beautiful Autumn
Early this morning I received a call asking me if I would like to work for three hours today, at a close location. I agreed and spent a lovely morning catching up with a woman I worked with when I first began working with the company. The weather has been wonderful! The nights are cool,… Continue reading Beautiful Autumn
Yesterday’s News
I wrote this entry yesterday, but did not upload it. Today, while chopping vegetables and peeling tomatoes for spaghetti sauce, I am managing to get it out of the nest. Sports were always a personal best kind of experience for me, the competition aspect was not my focus. I did enjoy winning, but I would… Continue reading Yesterday’s News
Tyranny Sincerely Excerised
Who is the microphone for? Source: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/09/19/cbc-parks-canada-franklin_n_3958545.html?ref=topbar This morning I drove an hour to the car dealership for the last maintenance inspection and service appointment, within the warranty on our car. I do not anticipate any issues, the car works well. I had asked if the dealership provided estimates for rust repairs, since we have… Continue reading Tyranny Sincerely Excerised
One Cheese Slice
For decades I have had issues with pre-processed foods. While growing up, we processed our own foods for use during the winter. Apples, pears, potatoes and many other fruits and vegetables were harvested or purchased in sufficient quantity, when they were in season, to last until the next harvest season. The same old canning jars… Continue reading One Cheese Slice