12 New Things

Every year, around this time, I start thinking about my plans and hopes for the New Year.  Inspired by Debbie Macomber, a dear friend, I like to choose a theme word, and I’ve selected “Renewal” for 2017.  As in, “Be ye transformed by...

Living Vicariously

I spend most of every day living the lives of my Civil War characters, and you can probably guess how exhausting that can be.  My reading/listening habit provides some relief, and this week, I seem to be on a hiking kick.  (Vicariously, remember.)  I’ve been...

Winners and More

This week’s autographed book winners are: Gayle Larson and Carole Fiore.  Congratulations to both of you.  The new contest is underway now; to enter, simply comment, and you’re in.  Winners will be chosen at random, notified, and announced here next...

Mushroom Broth Ingredients and..What is Paleo, Anyway?

As I’ve mentioned, I like to cook free-style, so while I always use certain basic ingredients in my broths–I have a double-batch simmering away in my giant slow cooker at this very moment–I almost never follow exact measurements when making this kind...

This Week’s Winners

Our winners this week are: Alisa Boisclair and Cari.  Each of you will be receiving an autographed copy of my latest books. A new contest begins now.  As usual, two winners will be chosen at random, notified by Jen, announced on the blog next Monday, and will each...

Yes, we have no criminis

This is the mushroom blog I warned you about :)–but first, an important update on the bone broth discussion yesterday.  I left out an important ingredient–apple cider vinegar–with is added at the beginning of the simmering process.  As one of you...

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