Farm Living — page 814

Kicking the habit can be a difficult process I am happy to deliver my first article of the new century. So far I am Y2K compliant. However, the clutter and disorganization that lurk in my home and closets have not gone away with the 20th century. While trying to get organized I was inspired by […] Read more

The flu bug was an unwelcome visitor during our holidays. It probably found some of us at our most susceptible because we were tired and out of our routines. To combat the aches, pains, fever, stuffy head, runny nose and fatigue, many of our favorite home remedies were tried. They included two Aspirin, a hot […] Read more

Social programs All kinds of achievements in the 20th century have recently been discussed in the media. One that has been overlooked took place in the last 35 years. It is major improvement in services and life opportunities for mentally handicapped people. Improved educational and social support programs mean people who suffer from mental handicaps, […] Read more

As a TEAM, we decided to reflect on our remembrances and reflections of this century, and ponder what the 21st century will bring. Since Emmie Oddie wrote our predecessor column I’d Like to Know for a good portion of the century, I called to chat with her. Emmie was looking forward to spending time during […] Read more

Q: My husband is a night owl. I am a morning lark. Evenings are about the only time we see each other. But that is when we have to deal with the kids, clean up dishes and make their lunches. We seldom get time together to talk about ourselves and how our day went. And […] Read more

Christmas is just around the corner and, in my mind, I’m drawing up Christmas lists. I found the perfect gift for at least one person on the list. Real Boys, Rescuing Our Sons from the Myths of Boyhood by William Pollack, PhD, is a book that anyone who lives or works with boys and men […] Read more

MSW, RSW In-laws and parenting Q: I have to work off-farm to keep the farm alive financially. My mother-in-law takes care of the children, and since I have a considerable drive to get back home, she gets supper on the table. I feel guilty not being home with my children, but I find it difficult […] Read more

MSW, RSW Recommended reading for those going through divorce Many people have to endure the pain of separation or divorce. A new Canadian book, The Seven Steps to a Successful Separation by Norma Walton, 1999, Perspectives Publishing House, $19.95 in soft-back, provides insight about this. I’ve counseled numerous people through the extreme pain, anxiety, anguish […] Read more

Q: We just bought a new computer and got hooked up to the internet. Our kids, 15 and 12, want to be on it all the time. They are always fighting over it. I am also concerned about the chat rooms they like to be on. What sort of family guidelines should we set so […] Read more

Dear TEAM: What combination of spices and flavorings (i.e. chicken bones, etc.) will give me the same taste as chicken bouillon and beef bouillon cubes or pouches? Can I store them as ice cubes in the freezer or just mix the spices? I don’t like using ingredients that are mostly salt and preservatives.- J. H., […] Read more