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DIY Spice Mixes to Help the Budget and Eliminate Preservatives

With the increased availability of bulk foods and spices at much less than packaged prices, it makes sense to take advantage of as many as possible.  One great way to use the spices is to create your own spice mixes. This way, you can modify the salt and eliminate...

Recipe of the Week: Quick Chicken Salad

  As caregivers, we are always looking for quick meals that can be prepared with items we have on hand. Being budget-friendly is also a consideration. Here’s an easy chicken salad recipe. 2 1/2 cups of cooked chicken – shredded or cubed 1/2 cup celery...

Recipe of the Week: Marinated Tomato Salad

  Here’s a very easy and nutritious salad for those nights when a lettuce salad sounds less than appealing. Dressing:1/2 cup EVOO (olive oil)2 T balsalmic vinegar1 T brown sugarSalt and pepperPut the above in a jar and shake til blended4 Tomatoes –...

The Importance of Communicating Your End-of-Life Care Wishes

  Every time I visit my physician, I am asked if I have an advanced directive for my end-of-life care (good for them!). I am embarrassed to say that I still don’t have one.  It’s one of those things that is on the master To-Do list, the one that gets...