by Tess Pennington | Aug 4, 2022
According to a report from the CDC, people with monkeypox who do not require hospitalization may be isolated at home. During prolonged, face-to-face contact, monkeypox spreads between people through direct contact with an infectious rash, body fluids, or respiratory...
by Tess Pennington | Jun 13, 2022
Squash is considered a no-fuss seed variety that can be a prolific producer if given the right elements. Since it is one of the easiest veggies to grow, many of us quickly get overloaded with zukes. Aside from all of the delicious zucchini boat recipes you can make,...
by Tess Pennington | Mar 15, 2022
It’s a cold, hard fact that we live in uncertain times and things don’t seem to be getting any better. For years I have urged you all to get preparations together for short and long-term situations, and all the while we continue sliding down the slippery slope of...
by Tess Pennington | Jan 6, 2022
One of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions people tend to make is to spend less and save more. Making a resolution to be more frugal is a serious challenge that will have huge results in the long run. A way that I am learning to be more frugal is to be more...
by Tess Pennington | Dec 7, 2021
Whenever temperatures drop decidedly below normal and as wind speed increases, heat can leave your body more rapidly. These weather-related conditions may lead to serious health problems. The reason being is that our bodies are not built to withstand long bouts of...
by Tess Pennington | Nov 14, 2021
As a southern girl, I take my cornbread recipe seriously. In my opinion, a good piece of cornbread can take a family meal to a whole other level! We love cornbread at Thanksgiving and typically use it for our cornbread dressing (see the recipe here) or simply have a...
by Tess Pennington | Nov 10, 2021
To prepare for the upcoming cold and virus season, I have been searching for herbal ways to boost my family’s immune system this Fall, which is our second allergy and cold season. The children have been back to school for one month, and not only is Covid...
by Tess Pennington | Sep 16, 2021
With the drastic increase in food prices, it’s time that we all start looking into making some of our favorite go-to snacks and foods. My family loves crackers! They snack on them, pack them for lunches, snack on them some more, and they are added to our dinners...
by Tess Pennington | Jun 1, 2021
Tortillas are a must-have for most pantries, and it is one of the most resourceful staples to have on hand when you are in a cooking bind. Whether you need to grab a meal on the go, prep for school lunches, plan a festive taco night, throw together a dinner...
by Tess Pennington | May 27, 2021
With inflation and gas and food shortages on the rise, it is an excellent idea to have some cash stashed for emergencies. I know we live in a world that believes that there is an ATM around the corner and keeping cash in your wallet or in your home is obsolete,...
by Tess Pennington | May 24, 2021
This past weekend Texas experienced its first tropical weather event for the 2021 season, and the season doesn’t officially begin until June 1st. Each year the tropics have been becoming active earlier than expected, and at this time they are unofficially...
by Tess Pennington | May 20, 2021
I don’t know about you, but sometimes it is difficult to use all the food I have stored. This year I have been placing a lot of emphasis on organizing my food storage and acquiring more food because I am concerned with the economy. When you have food stashed...