Long time, no…. microwaving


Hi there. Yikes. Neglected this place, I unintentionally have. And there are so many topics on my ever-growing To Tackle list, it’s hard to know which to check off next.

And check one off very soon, I shall. I’ve just been consumed with a few things as of late, such as acquiring not one, but two new jobs; researching and applying to grad schools; speaking with recruiters; beginning wellness care with chiropractors; touring and researching childcare options — double yikes!; my family; weddings; the gammet . Have I mentioned that I have a Wheaten Terrier? He’s probably more consuming than all of the above, it’s a good thing he has his looks.

Please stay tuned, I have much ranting to do. Yep, worth reading, I think. In the meantime, I challenge you to heat your food with anything but a microwave for one week….more

Aluminum in Baking Powder


It’s the latest rage: Aluminum is bad for baking. It’s bad for your brain and your underarms. It’s not only a foil, a soda can, a pan material and an anti-perspirant, it’s also an ingredient in baking powder. Some baking powders, that is. If you shop at a large, chain supermarket, your one or two baking powder options probably contain aluminum. So don’t buy their baking powder. This is something to buy from either Whole Foods or a local co-op. They’ll have aluminum-free baking powder, and your brain’s best interest in mind. more