Of Pyramids And Life’s Top Secrets
Published January 26, 2012
Hmm...I have an idea.
More History From The
Duck’s Perspective
If you grew up back in the day, you’ve likely heard of the Food Pyramid. This graphic was brought to the attention of general public by our very own United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in order to depict the types of food and number of servings we humans ought to be eating. And just to be clear, the Food Pyramid should not to be confused with the Great Pyramid of Giza or any of a multitude of “Pyramid” schemes. Of course, the USDA’s Food Pyramid graphic was not the original by any means. Though the Swedes may claim credit, that honor should rightly go to the much better, though now obscure Duck Graphic pictured below. Thankfully, as your one-and-only-on-the-ball-and-at-the-top-of-his-game duck historian, I’m willing to wade where others dare not paddle to set matters to rights. Continue reading
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Coconutterchip Cookies
Published January 24, 2012
I try a lot of experiments in the kitchen. I’m one who likes to play with ingredients and come up with something I can call my own. It’s not like I couldn’t stick to the tried and true, but I prefer to see what happens when I change things up. That’s how this recipe came about. I was looking at various cookie recipes containing coconut and then my creative juices got flowing. Fortunately, this was one of those experiments that really worked out. Continue reading
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Great Savings 3: Cancel Unused Services
Published January 23, 2012
Without realizing it, we set ourselves up to automatically spend hundreds or even thousands a year. Do you know how much you're spending this way?
As we continue updating our Great Savings Tip Series, today we begin looking for specific areas of savings. Let’s start with all those subscription and membership fees. Continue reading
Anna Can’t Sleep – A Comic
Published January 21, 2012In today’s Adventures of Javabird comic strip, Anna struggles to get some rest. Continue reading
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Great Savings 2 – Seek The Help Of Others
Published January 20, 2012
In our original Great Savings Tip Series, our second tip was to “Develop A Sense Of Self-Discipline.” We’re changing that tip. While self-discipline is a critical component to improving lifestyle, it’s hard to go it alone. That’s why our second tip is now to seek the help of others as you go to improve your financial situation. Continue reading
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Quickie Granola Snack Bars
Published January 19, 2012
As I sit here typing this, Seattle is still recovering from yesterday’s big snow storm. This is a fairly unusual event in this neck of the woods—at least for the quantity of snow we got (some six plus inches). Yes, I know if you come from other parts that’s nothing, but you need to remember it’s all a matter of what you’re used to. In any event, as I was low on my favorite store-bought snack bars I figured what a great opportunity to try and make my own. I certainly wasn’t driving to the store! Continue reading
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Instant Presto Roasted Coconut
Published January 18, 2012
Do you like the smell of fresh roasted coconut? To me, it’s one of most intoxicating scents in the kitchen. In fact, next to baking brownies or sautéing some garlic, mushrooms and onions together, it would be hard to come up with something that appeals to me more. And while I sometimes think of sprinkling coconut on top my ice cream, yogurt or oatmeal, the sheer act of turning on the broiler and waiting for the oven to warm can stop me when I’m in a hurry. Fortunately, I’ve discovered a much faster way to roast it so now I can have it whenever I want. Continue reading
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Great Savings 1: Start Saving Today
Published January 17, 2012
It’s been awhile since we first introduced our Great Savings Tip (GST) series. Over the next few months, we’ll go back to our original list of tips and update it. We’ll pull some of the original tips off the list, add some new ones, and freshen everything up. Stay tuned…there’s lots more coming your way.
#1 Start A Savings Plan Today
Are you happy where you’re at financially? Feeling stretched by ever rising costs? Looking to start a savings plan, but don’t quite know how you’ll find the extra money to put aside? If you’ve been looking for ways to improve your financial situation you’ve come to the right place. Our Great Savings Tip Series is packed with ideas to help you build a brighter future. These are real tips, designed to put to work immediately. Let’s get started… Continue reading
Spinach Au Gratin
Published January 16, 2012
“Eat your spinach it’s good for you!” I’ve got to admit that’s a line I heard over and over as a kid. And of course, if it didn’t work on me there was inevitably some reference to the cartoon character Popeye, whose strength would magically increase several fold any time he chugged a can of this leafy dark green vegetable. These days, I love eating spinach in salads, casseroles, eggs and sandwiches. Fact is, I know it’s not only good for me it’s great for me. However, when I’m eating spinach for the sake of eating spinach one of my favorite ways to enjoy it is this recipe for Spinach Au Gratin—one our good friend Steph shared with us a few years back. Continue reading
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JB Supports The Arts – A Comic
Published January 14, 2012
In today’s Adventures of Javabird comic strip, the Mrs. has taken up painting. Continue reading
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