Once a strong-willed, hard-working woman that shrunk into a child-like state and couldn’t wipe her own bottom would have been humiliating for my mother if she had known. Perhaps it was a blessing that her memory had been lost. She is no longer with me, but I remember how hard it was to watch the changes…Read more »
Chewy Apricot Cookies
2 T. butter 1 cup dried apricots, chopped 2 eggs 1 cup sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup coconut, shredded 1 cup crushed graham crackers 1/2 cup chopped nuts Melt butter in a skillet. Add the apricots and stir. Beat eggs then add to skillet. Add sugar and blend well. Cook over low heat for about…Read more »
Coconut-Oatmeal Cookies
If you’re nuts for coconut, you’ll love the taste of these cookies. You will need: 1 stick of butter 1 tsp. coconut extract 1 egg 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 cup flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/4 tsp. ground cloves 1…Read more »
The Polluted Brain
It’s well known that air pollution exacerbates respiratory conditions in people with asthma or COPD. New studies suggest that air pollution affects cognitive function as well. Once inhaled, the air particles travel through the circulatory system and damage organs, including the brain. USC researchers looked at 1,400 women between the ages of 71 to 89.…Read more »
Hallucinations & Parkinson’s Disease
As Parkinson’s advances, some caregivers may notice their resident or family member showing signs of mental disturbance. It can be scary not only for the caregiver, but for the person suffering the effects. The person with the psychosis might see, hear, or smell things that aren’t there. Common causes are the treatment medications used for …Read more »
Crockpot Pinto Beans
Originally posted on Gina's Joys:
My mother made a big pot of beans for us just about every few days. In a family with 8 children you tend to get use to inexpensive (good tasting) staples like this. I have good memories of them cooking away on the stove, I can still recall a…
Walnut Cookies
Here is a light, fluffy cookie. You will need: 1 1/2 sticks of butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp. almond extract 1 egg 2 cups flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 3/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preheat oven to 360 degrees F. Melt…Read more »
Yellow curry with sweet potato, carrots and green beans
Originally posted on foodbycamilla:
? ? Today I want to share with the recipe of yellow curry with sweet potato, carrots & green beans. I simply love Asian food. Curries, spicy soups and coconut rice, hearty dishes that are comforting on cold winter days and rainy days. When I eat out my usual pick is…
Breakfast Burrito
I like McDonald’s breakfast burritos, but I have wondered how to make them. This is what I came up with. You will need: 1 pound pork sausage 1 1/2 cups frozen O’Brien potatoes 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup red or green bell peppers 4 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated flour tortillas In…Read more »
Mini Fruity Cheesecake
Do you need a quick dessert in a hurry? Here is a simple one. You will need: 4- 8 ounce packages of cream cheese 5 eggs 1 cup of sugar 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 16 ounce of sour cream 1/4 cup of sugar 1/4 tsp. vanilla mixed fruit such as berries Preheat oven to 300…Read more »