People have different thresholds of what they’re willing to believe in movies. A website called TV Tropes says, “What may break one person’s willing suspension of disbelief may not necessarily have the same effect on another.” Suspension of disbelief is what allows us to enjoy movies about super heroes, magical children, and marauding T-Rexes. The […]
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Do you have room in your heart?
Baylee has been waiting at Responsible Pet Care for some time. Could yours be the home she is waiting for? Baylee is a Boxer, approximately 7 years old. She is friendly and loves people. She does not want to live with another dog, she’ll need to be your one and only canine companion. She […]
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Healthy Cooking for the Whole Family
Roasted Root Vegetables with Spicy Pecans Everyone makes roasted root vegetables this time of year. Try this recipe with a spicy pecan topping to surprise your guests and wake up those taste buds! Serves 6 Ingredients: Spicy Pecan Topping 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika […]
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What I’ve learned
Recently at our house, three cell phones chirped at the same time. It was a tornado warning. My wife and I and our daughter and granddaughter went to the basement to wait for the all-clear. Outside, it was raining fiercely. Even from the basement, we could hear it pounding up on the roof. A pipe […]
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Norway Historical Society/Swift’s Corner
The term crossroad is defined as where two or more roads intersect. Webster also includes the definition: “The meeting place of the scattered inhabitants of a countryside.” Both descriptions are appropriate for considering Swift’s Corner. It is difficult to imagine the separation of the pockets of settlement that comprised the early town of Norway. The […]
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What I’ve learned
If I were to write a column praising the song “Fairytale of New York”, people would be angry. If I were to write a column criticizing “Fairytale of New York”, people would be angry. Those who love the song, love it intensely. Many claim it as their all-time favorite Christmas song. Those who hate it, […]
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Healthy Cooking for the Whole Family
Festive Brussel Sprout Slaw Serves 8 Brussel sprouts recipes have come a long way since I was a little kid and a very picky eater! No more bland and mushy Brussel Sprouts. This slaw is a perfect addition to a festive table when you need a little something crisp and bright. Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil […]
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What I’ve learned
I lived for awhile in Kenya back in the 1980s and was thrilled to have an avocado tree in my front yard. I was equally thrilled to discover a chameleon living in that tree. When I shared my chameleon news with a Kenyan friend, he was horrified. “Bwana,” he said. “That is very bad. The […]
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Do you have room in your heart
Remi was surrendered to the shelter when his previous owner came to the difficult realization that Remi needed more activity and structure than she could provide. He has made great progress since being at the shelter and working with our trainer. This boy loves (and needs) to work his brain and his body! If you […]
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Healthy Cooking for the Whole Family
Kabocha Squash Salad This salad takes advantage of all the fresh fall produce. Next time you are roasting some veggies, make extra so this salad is halfway done! Serves 8 Ingredients ¼ cup orange juice 1 small shallot, minced (about 2 Tbsp.) 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 ½ teaspoons salt, divided ½ teaspoon black […]