As the end of 2010 approaches, I am reflecting back on the events of this past year and my 15 years writing TEAM articles for the Western Producer. It is with mixed feelings that I write this, my last article. Many readers have shared stories so similar to my experiences and I will miss those […] Read more
Barbara Sanderson
Stories by Barbara Sanderson
Fun times, refreshing recipes with fresh fruit
This has been a challenging farming season in many ways from seeding late and excessive rain to worrying about an early frost. However, crops here look promising, and harvest is approaching. One important task at harvest is to provide meals that are nutritious, timely and expedient. Having a few freezer meals prepared ahead can also […] Read more
Tasty European dishes ideal with grain bread
A nephew’s wedding in Oslo, Norway, gave me the opportunity to spend time in Europe with my husband, Don, this winter. We enjoyed the cuisine of different countries like Italy, Greece, France, Belgium, Norway, the Netherlands, Egypt and Jordan. We spent a weekend in Holland with friends Marc and Marianne Cammaert. Marianne loves to cook […] Read more
Building relationship involves and respect communication
Spending time together helps healthy relationships thrive. That is why days off, holidays and time together are valuable. Sometimes my husband, Don, and I like to spend time in libraries and bookstores. Not too long ago, Don picked up a book that he thought I might like. He was right. It is about clarity and […] Read more
Favourite treats for festive season – TEAM Resources
My mother is an octogenarian with a family of four children, 14 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and three more on the way. When counting the extended family, that makes more than 40 people when we gather at occasions such as Christmas, anniversaries and weddings. When we are planning Christmas, no matter where it will be, Mom […] Read more
Cellphone safety; birthday carrot cupcakes – Rural Living
A few years ago, I fell on the weighscale beam when I was trucking grain. I remember trying to call home for help. However, I was the only one in the yard. Then I called our cellphone for help. It took me a few minutes to sort out how to contact my husband Don. I […] Read more
Baking with coconut flour – TEAM Resources
Most harvesting is done in our area and Thanksgiving was a thankful time. The way our spring and summer started, hope of a good harvest was a pipe dream. However, we had a late rain that came just in time to save our crops and then the frost held off so the second growth could […] Read more
Cooking with pulses, produce – TEAM Resources
Harvesting lentils is well underway in our area. We are thankful to have a crop in this challenging year and aware that we are more fortunate than many others. Cooking and eating pulses are acquired habits. I find our harvest crew is more accepting and appreciative of my cooking with lentils and beans than they […] Read more
Gift suggestions and party tips – TEAM Resources
Congratulations to fellow columnist Alma Copeland of TEAM Resources, who will be officially inducted into the Saskatchewan Agricultural Hall of Fame in the fall of 2007. Agriculture is the base on which the province of Saskatchewan was built. The Saskatchewan Agricultural Hall of Fame recognizes contributions of men and women who are leaders and innovators […] Read more
Quick recipes for Christmas crowds – TEAM Resources
Recently we had a TEAM Resources meeting where we enjoyed reading and reviewing your letters. Thank you to all the readers who sent in candied zucchini recipes. This year in our Christmas draw on Dec. 10, we are giving away 12 cookbooks: six of Atco’s A Holiday Collection, three Omelettes-Perfect Anytime, and three Grandma’s Kitchen. […] Read more
