Growers and Grocers

President-Elect Obama has been making plans for his administration this past week.  It is certain that plans on how to prevent a downward spiral into a deep recession are being discussed at length.  One of Obama’s plans to invest in a secure future when it comes to energy could help, once it is put into […]

With the election coming to an end, it’s time for President-Elect Obama to get to work putting action behind his plans for change.  One area of change that is important, but may not have gotten as much publicity as the economy has taken its downward spiral, was how to reduce our dependence on foreign oil […]

Like many people, I’ve tried to reduce the number of plastic bags I bring home from shopping.  I have a decent number of canvas reusable bags that I take with me whenever I grocery shop.  However, there are times when I’ve forgotten to put them back in my van and I’ve had to go make […]

When it comes to ensuring that my family is eating the correct number of servings from each of the food groups, I try to keep track of it all in my head.  We all need 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables, which is often where I think we are lacking.  How do people keep track […]

In the fall, many people immediately associate apples and pumpkins as the perfect in season produce.  While they are wonderful this time of year, there is another fruit grown on trees that you won’t want to forget about: Pears!  For most varieties, this sweet fruit is at its best beginning in the fall and through the […]

With the start of school, many of us had to go out and purchase new sneakers for our kids.  Seems like they wear them out in a matter of weeks, rather than months, since they put so many “kid” miles on them.  While the old, worn-out sneakers may not look good or even fit our […]

With the beginning of the school year and temperatures starting to become a bit more comfortable, it’s easy to tell that summer is making its way into the sunset.  Autumn is making its presence known and we can now enjoy the seasonal fruits and vegetables of the new season.  Like many other people, when I see apples, […]

As August heats up, some of the juiciest and sweetest fruit becomes available – Peaches!  Not many people can resist the sweet fragrance of a freshly picked ripe peach.  The scent alone will cause you to stop and pick a few from the farmer’s market or your local grocery store. 
Peaches are in their glory during […]

Pretzels are a favorite snack for kids and adults alike.  Many people choose pretzels as a healthy snack because they tend to be low-fat and a good choice when cutting calories.  They can be used in recipes to add a crunchy coating to chicken or coated in chocolate for a sweet treat.  It’s no wonder […]

There is nothing better than when tomatoes are in season.  When you are able to find a perfectly, juicy and delicious tomato, your tastebuds are rewarded from the first bite.  In order to taste a perfect tomato, you must wait until later in the summer months so that they can reach their full potential. 
If the […]