High Energy Or High Calorie?

My argument is with those who insist that their product is a high-energy food, ignoring the fact that their product is a high-calorie item. The term “energy” has been on my mind a lot lately — mostly because of all the products on the market that claim to be “high in energy” or, “energy booster.” […] Read more

Succulent Saskatoon Season

Here they come! Get ready for saskatoon season and try out these recipes. They’re sure to please. SASKATOON ANGEL TORTE I made this with a finely ground whole-wheat flour and honey but all-purpose flour and sugar work great as well. 7 large eggs, separated 1-1/2 c. sugar and 1/3 c. water OR 1 c. honey […] Read more


Dogs Don’t Dig Coleus Canina

This earth-friendly annual discourages pets and wild animals from digging for a place to unwind or from doing their business in the garden. It’s a worthwhile alternative to repellent sprays. In the past, I’ve used a pair of metal coat hangers to find an underground stream of water. But that’s a story in itself that […] Read more

Cover Of Love

Ladies in Beiseker, Alberta assisted by ladies in neighbouring communities are making a commitment of their time to see that other people have the comfort that comes from owning an afghan. Since April 2000 a group of ladies in Beiseker (population of 828) has met to join squares together to make afghans. In that time […] Read more


Create A Frame And Poem For Dad

Make up this frame and poem, add a photo of you and Dad and you’ll have a perfect gift for Father’s Day. MATERIALS: 4×6 wooden frame Piece of white paper to fit frame size Puzzle pieces Acrylic craft paint — about four different colours Craft varnish Glue gun DIRECTIONS: Scatter puzzle pieces on a covered […] Read more

Prince Albert-Area Couple Develops U-Pick

Three years after Genevieve (Greif) Stafford began a 10-acre U-pick saskatoon berry farm north of Prince Albert, she and her husband, Will, expanded into agriculture tourism with a corn maze and a variety of other fruit such as strawberries, raspberries, and Prairiehardy cherries and apples. The decision to purchase more land and expand their operation […] Read more


Economical And Elegant — Perfect For Father’s Day

How about an economical meal that’s still elegant enough for a special occasion like Father’s Day. These recipes will fit the bill. STUFFED HAMBURGER ROLL 2 tbsp. butter OR oil 1/2 c. finely chopped onion 1 c. grated carrot 1 10-oz. (300-g) pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 2 c. fresh whole-wheat bread […] Read more

Finally — A Machine That Shells Peas

Celery and green peppers can often be found for half-price in the “distressed produce” bin at the grocery store. Salvage the good parts, then chop and freeze them for use in soups, stews and casseroles. Toss the trimmings into the compost pail. Waste not, want not. Celery leaves puréed in the blender with some water […] Read more


Smart Solutions For Arachnophobia

While you should want a healthy spider population outside, it is reasonable to assume any spiders inside the home will be unwanted guests. 1. Spiders are good guys! Sometimes they end up in the wrong place, however, keep in mind that they are amazing predators of pest insects. Believe it or not spiders consume far […] Read more

Close Encounters With A Skunk

Skunks were a common sight on the farm where I grew up. Our yard with its many granaries, sheds, chicken coops and barns was a haven for these creatures and their offspring, and everyone encountered one at some point or another. My own close encounter with a skunk occurred many years later as I was […] Read more