by Esther Henry
1. When to Plant Cloves Hard-neck garlic is best planted in the fall, about four to six weeks before the ground freezes. This gives the cloves time to establish strong roots before winter. In most northern climates, late September to early November is ideal. Break apart the bulbs into individual cloves, leaving the papery skin... Continue Reading →
Pharmaceutical antibiotic pills do work, but they come with terrible side effects, namely the destruction of healthy gut bacteria, which dominoes into all kinds of illnesses, causing the body to fail in it's ability to strengthen its immunity, and the cycle repeats. The best way to fight bacteria and infections, is to do it naturally,... Continue Reading →
One of the easiest dinners to make is a simple pot roast! Every Sunday my mother would put a roast in the slow cooker, early in the morning, and get it to cooking. We would wake up to the comforting aroma, get ready for church, go to church, come home and...dig in. We couldn't wait!... Continue Reading →
Chocolate Cream Cheese Cupcakes: my mother's favorite go-to recipe for get-togethers. Whenever she was involved in a ladies' gathering or church functions, many asked for these cupcakes. For years, she refused to share the recipe with anyone. They were "her special secret." My beautiful mother passed away a couple months ago after a short battle... Continue Reading →
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