There are billions of planets in our galaxy alone and eight or nine in our Solar System. Our closest neighbors have extremely harsh environmental conditions as do most of the planetary bodies of which we are aware. Isn’t it amazing we are at a perfect distance from the sun to provide just enough warmth and…
Become a Protector of Earth …Earth Day 2019
by Helen Brophy
Let’s do our part to preserve and protect our beautiful Earth. Last year alone the U.S. disposed of more than 166 million tons of trash – paper, plastic, metals, glass etc. This trash was dumped into landfills and sometimes incinerated. Reduce pollution. Indoor and outdoor pollution contributes to millions of heath problems, is destructive…
Our Earth: A Gem In the Universe
by Helen Brophy
As I think of our earth, I’m awestruck. Nothing man made compares with natures beauty. Lately I have been reading and teaching about astronomy. The more I learn about our existence, our universe and beyond, the more wonder I feel. We are part of something amazing. We do not have all the answers about our…
Dry clothes to kill ticks
by Helen Brophy
A study released in the journal Ticks and Tick-borne Diseases, states that drying your clothes in your clothes dryer on a hot setting will kill ticks in six minutes. Do not wash the clothes first and place them in the dryer on high immediately after coming in from a possible tick infested area. The CDC currently recommends…
All Natural Tick Deterrent
by Helen Brophy
Ticks will hang from blades of grass and are found in thick shrubs and under leaves. As we approach the time of year when everyone goes out to enjoy the weather, concern over lyme and other tick born diseases comes to mind. We have been looking into some natural repellents and have a few good…
Happy Spring
by Helen Brophy
“When spring came, even the false spring, there were no problems except where to be happiest.” -Ernest Hemingway
De-stress In Nature
by Helen Brophy
It’s Spring. Everything is fresh. As new life is bursting forth, go out into your natural surroundings. Breath deeply. Pay attention to the sounds and scents around you. You will feel more peaceful, more relaxed and definitely less stressed. I try to spend some time everyday in nature. It is impossible to stay stressed when…
Spring
by Helen Brophy
“Listen to the gifts of spring… Hear the stirrings of new life. Fresh breezes… Sun warming our hearts Bringing lightness and joy” -H Brophy
Healthy Italian Easter Bread Recipe
by Helen Brophy
Italian Easter Bread Here is a healthy addition to your Easter meal. It has become a tradition in my house. Enjoy! Ingredients: • 1 package Rapid Rise active dry yeast, about 2-1/4 teaspoons • 2/3 cups milk • Pinch of salt • 2 T butter or extra virgin olive oil • 2 eggs, beaten • 1/4 cup sugar • 2.75-3.25 cups flour…
More About Oatmeal
by Helen Brophy
We have been hearing more and more about healthy breakfasts. My husband always leaves in the morning taking two toasts with him to eat in the car along with a coffee containing 3 teaspoons of granulated sugar (about half the daily recommended amount of added sugar). I wish he would take the time to start…
