How to Pick Up Chicks Part 2- Go Get ’em!

It happened! We have our baby chicks. It took a lot of planning and preparation, but our six baby egg suppliers are growing and chirping in the spare room of the Food It… Continue reading →

It’s Soda-Licious!

It’s snowing once again in central Massachusetts. I am really hoping this will be our final Winter Weather Event of the season, but you just never know around here. The chilly, dreary weather… Continue reading →

Cookie Time!

Like many citizens this time of year, I am currently caught up in the swirl of December Holiday Business. It can get a little stressful.  However, one day (almost) every December, my sister,… Continue reading →

Comfort Food- Not Some Passing Fad

It has gotten cold in central New England. On the days when it is not freezing, it is raining. Overall, I would say the climate has reached maximum blah. Therefore, I am once… Continue reading →

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Never Too Early

We are 10 days past Winter Solstice in the northern hemisphere, so springtime is literally on its way! Yes, we still need to make it through January and the beastly time known as… Continue reading →

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The Day in December When We Make The Cookies

If you have been following this blog for a while it will not surprise you that today I got together with a bunch of people I love and made some sweet treats for… Continue reading →

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I Buried Paul II

How is it already late November? I am pretty sure yesterday was August 18th. Somehow, today is Thanksgiving Day in the USofA. This year, Mr. Food It Yourself, my dad, and I shared… Continue reading →

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For the Loveliest Look You Must Lift and Separate

It is the very end of the gardening season in central Massachusetts. The leaves are dropping from the trees, nights are cold enough to leave frost on the cars, and our neighbors in… Continue reading →

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Yes, I Can: Apple Butter

It is feeling like fall for sure in central Massachusetts. The nights are delightfully chilly. The wildlife is fattened up for hibernation We are getting ready to winterize the garden and chicken run.… Continue reading →

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Crafty Witches Like Snacks

It is the spookiest time of year! This weekend I was invited to a Crafternoon Gathering. One of my sisters-by-choice invited a group to her home for an afternoon of fall themed crafts… Continue reading →

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Girls Like Flours: Besan Tofu

I am a big believer in the “brown bag lunch” for work days. It saves money, and I always know something I like will be available. I have gotten into the habit of… Continue reading →

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Flapjack Is Fun to Say

There are two types of people in the world. Some (like me) wake up hungry and ready to dive in to a healthy breakfast before attempting any other activity. Others (like Mr. Food… Continue reading →

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A Late Summer Delicacy

A few days ago I realized that my sweet corn was ready to pick. How did I know? Take a look: The cobs felt full, the bumpy kernels were palpable under the husk,… Continue reading →

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Up Rooted

Oh the first hints of fall are appearing in central New England. Colorful foliage is popping up here and there. The mums are blooming. Pumpkin spice flavored treats are starting to land on… Continue reading →