Pumpkins are considered a superfood, the flesh and seeds can improve kidney, prostrate and bladder function, protect against cancer, lower cholesterol and help with depression. The seeds are dense in minerals such as zinc as well as the amino acid tryptophan. My granola mix usually calls for (pepita) pumpkin seeds so Halloween is a perfect…
Cabin Fever
The weekend took an unexpected turn of events. I was supposed to start my sheep hunt but after putting my back out earlier in the week my orders were to stay at home and let it recuperate. That has gone over like a lead balloon and now at 8:00 am I am already plotting my…
Accessory Crush of the Week~ Countrified Pride Designs
I’m excited to introduce this week’s accessory crush Countrified Pride Designs, specializing in handcrafted jewelery with a hint of southern charm. Creator Kayla Vernon has been playing with beads since she can remember and although she has tried various art forms always came back to her love of jewelery making. CPD specializes in semi-precious stones and…
Espresso Brownies
I have an addiction to coffee. The thought of the smell of it percolating into my bedroom on its scheduled brew every morning makes me smile thinking about it the night before. G2 mentioned a month ago that maybe we should cut caffeine out of our lives including coffee. My reaction garnered a facial expression…
Maxi Mize Me
Being on the shorter statured side, I tend to have a general rule with skirts and dresses, that they are no longer than knee-length and heels are a must. This season is throwing a curveball at my rules, with all the long maxi skirts and dresses paired with flat soled boots. However not wanting to…
Fall Back Home
I don’t get to visit my parents that often, usually a couple of times a year during holidays. They live in a beautiful corner of the world, otherwise known as NW British Columbia. Below the snow-capped coastal peaks are beautiful valleys with some of the greatest fly fishing known to man. This time of year,…
