Three things come to mind when I think of the word organic: Intimacy. Choosing organic is an extremely personal approach to eating. How can we establish a close relationship with our food if it is grown in an unnatural way?
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There is a bumper sticker that says: “Insanity is hereditary, you get it from your kids.” It’s true. Who knew you were going to have to be a short order cook/ magician just to get kids to try something besides
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I recently wrote about transforming potatoes from a high-glycemic food into a more moderate and insulin-friendly food (see Falling Back In Love With Potatoes), which led to a conversation with a friend about edible skins, rinds and peels. I confess I
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Let’s get the guilt out of organic. I’ve talked to many people through the years who say, “I just can’t afford to buy everything organic. I’m on a budget.” Raising a family on a budget requires difficult choices. And, parents
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If we’re not paying attention, life can speed right on by us.  Why not slow down a little and enjoy each day more?  By slowing the pace of life, you can truly enjoy the people and things that matter most
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