Sharon Trower

Baking pecans carry aroma of holidays
Pecan pies, nut bread made with pecans, and cakes with pecans on top all remind me of wonderful holiday baking. You guessed it — this article will be about the tasty treats that literally fall from the trees and land in our backyards, parks, properties and river banks.
November 10, 2009

Some tips for having a safe Halloween
Children will dress up in costumes and attend fall festivals, Halloween carnivals or neighborhood trick-or-treating. Whatever the case might be, keep this festive fall event safe and fun.
October 27, 2009

Green the way to go
We all have heard the term “going green,” but what exactly does it mean?
October 13, 2009

Take command of your finances
It is better to be prepared for those unexpected expenses or unexpected pay cuts that can occur.
September 29, 2009

Eat right, stay active to keep healthy weight
This is Obesity Awareness Week, so I thought I would focus on a few steps we can take to manage our weight.
September 15, 2009

Healthy kids' lunches don’t have to be boring
School is back in session for most, and many parents out there find themselves in the dilemma of what to pack for their child’s lunches
September 01, 2009

Time to get kids into a routine
Now is the time to start getting your children back into their school routine or schedule.
August 18, 2009

Be informed about organic foods
I get questions on occasion about the difference between organically grown foods and conventionally grown foods. What does organically grown mean?
August 04, 2009

Take the time to understand heat dangers
Did you know about 318 Americans die every year of heat-related illnesses, according to the national Centers for Disease Control?
July 07, 2009

Don’t invite bacteria to holiday cookouts
Who doesn’t enjoy a picnic or barbecue on a beautiful Fourth of July summer day surrounded by friends, family, delicious food, cold beverages and lots of bacteria? OK, maybe not that bacteria part.
June 23, 2009

Do your homework for best canning
The last couple of years, I have noticed a greater interest in food preservation.
June 09, 2009

Protect skin with hats, sunscreen
As summer approaches, and we are outside soaking up the sun’s rays, we need to consider sun safety issues; be sun smart and aware of the dangers that too much sun can cause.
May 26, 2009

Water conservation key to ecological health
Small changes can make a big impact on the environment. If we all make little changes in the way we use our energy and natural resources, there could be huge conservation efforts taking place.
May 12, 2009