http://www.grit.com/blogs/blog.aspx?blogid=4294967398 I've read many places that indoor air may be more polluted than outside air. This isn't surprising to me because I'm very sensitive to smells and really notice the off-gassing of chemicals from anything new I bring into the house. http://www.grit.com/chiots-run/indoor-air-quality-in-winter.aspx By Susy Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:16:26 CST I won't let the fear of not being great steal the joy of the creative process, the growth that comes from learning and the contentment that comes from being proficient. http://www.grit.com/chiots-run/the-nature-of-the-task.aspx By Susy Sat, 01 Oct 2011 14:20:24 CST There's something so comforting about a nice cup of hot cider warmed with delicious spices like: ginger, cinnamon, allspice and cardamom. I usually just add a few bits of each spice to a pot each evening then fill it with cider and allow it to steep. http://www.grit.com/chiots-run/mixing-up-your-own-mulling-spices.aspx By Susy Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:52:15 CST Traditionally fermented foods are super healthy. It's always nice when you can make something using these methods. Not only is it quick and easy to make, the end product is healthier than it's more time-consuming processed counterpart. http://www.grit.com/chiots-run/traditionally-fermented-pickles.aspx By Susy Thu, 04 Aug 2011 11:30:00 CST Growing your own can open doors with your neighbors, especially if you take them homegrown tomatoes and veggies or eggs from your chickens. http://www.grit.com/chiots-run/grow-for-change-in-your-community.aspx By Susy Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:44:53 CST Several years ago when we got our first package of bees the guy gave us a great method for installing the package - no shaking of bees into the box. It was simple, easy and worked perfectly! No need to upset them if you don't have to! http://www.grit.com/chiots-run/installing-a-package-of-bees.aspx By Susy Fri, 08 Apr 2011 12:32:27 CST