A Tale of Two (or more) Avocados

Avocados: tasty, and all the rage. The minute I discovered people paying $15 for avocados on toast, I knew I should quit my job and become an avocado chef. I’m still working on the details. Meanwhile, I’ve decided to share some of my favorite recipes for...

Dealing with Your No Paycheck Summer

“Have fun this summer… by the way, there’s no paycheck!” Does your office say that on the last day of school? Some teachers don’t get paid during the summer months. If you’re a new teacher or switching districts, you might not think...

5 Easy Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

“You’re getting older.” That’s what the doctor said about weight gain. My friends didn’t take my weight gain seriously either. What do you say to a formerly-scrawny person gaining a few pounds? “@#$# #$&.” That’s...

10 Ways to Have an Affordable, Waste-Free Thanksgiving

It’s Thanksgiving time… “Do you want to get a free-range turkey for Thanksgiving?” My husband texted me a local farm’s screenshot for $5.99/pound. “Is that a good price?” I’m a vegetarian. I’m happy with a carrot....

The Waffle That’ll Free You From Diners For Good

Waffle: the bread of life. I have a very simple waffle recipe I’d like to share, but first I’d like to give you the secret to waffles–never make one batch. Make ten. Twenty maybe. Waffles are the type of food you should have on hand all the time....