“Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.” – Calvin Coolidge The night of the slaughter is neither holy nor silent. In the United States, 22 million turkeys die at Christmas alone. Their deaths are not plenteous in mercy, peace, or goodwill. These animals writhe at the…
It’s that time of the year again: pumpkin season! What better thing to do than to eat this nutritious vitamin A/beta carotene powerhouse whenever possible?! Not only is it loaded with antioxidants, it is low in calories, high in fiber and potassium, and a good source of many other important vitamins and minerals. Getting tired of pumpkin pie? Is that possible? Here are some suggestions on how to incorporate pumpkin…