This Sunflower Beet Bruschetta recipe is a perfect summer party appetizer. This colorful, healthy take on the classic bruschetta is easy and fast to make. The key to a scrumptious bruschetta is to use high quality ingredients, such as organic cold-pressed sunflower seed oil, made by America Tohkin. This finger food is usually one of the first things completely devoured …
There are a variety of warm and cold weather things to do in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Well-known to both Texas tourists and New Mexico locals, this mountain town is a hot spot for off-the-beaten-path adventures in both summer and winter. From zip-lining to horseback riding and hiking the White Sands National Monument, my schedule was …
The Donner Pass Summit Tunnel Hike is an out-and-back trail overlooking Donner Lake and is one of the most unique hikes in Northern California. This easy-to-moderate trail meanders through the tunnel system of the first railroad line to traverse the Sierra Nevada Range. If the history alone wasn’t enough to intrigue you, the amazing graffiti …
When your computer is no longer in warranty and gives serious issues such as no longer booting up, panic can set it pretty quickly. I hadn’t even gotten to making my morning coffee yet when I hear boot chime after boot chime. My blogging life isn’t all travel, sunshine, and experiencing delicious food, as much as …
Beginning in 2001, World Fair Trade Day began with the goal of connecting dedicated fair trade brands with consumers. A dedicated fair trade company goes beyond using fair trade ingredients: the entire supply chain is fair trade, from top to bottom. The fair trade business model supports small-scale farmer movements, takes stances on global politics, and …
Sunflower Seed Oil is a light, healthy oil to incorporate into your cooking. From its immense vitamin E and omega-6 content to anti-inflammatory properties and phytosterol compounds, a high smoke point of 440°F / 225°C provides an incredibly versatile oil. Grab your spatula. Let’s learn how to properly use sunflower seed oil in your kitchen, as well as …
Seeking out wood products to incorporate into a sustainable lifestyle ended up being more of a task than I originally thought. I’m constantly discovering new ways to evolve my way of life and environment into being more sustainable. Using wood based products is a great way to do accomplish these goals. I wanted to make sure the …
My first scoop of lavender ice cream came from a tiny shop in Sacramento, summer 2010, where the owner rotated flavors weekly and that day’s experiment was lavender honey. I’d only ever associated lavender with sachets, essential oils, and bathroom décor. The scoop tasted earthy and floral and faintly sweet, like something I’d never tasted …
It was by accident that I stumbled onto the records for Jimmy Carter’s 1976 Presidential Campaign. Not just a few records, mind you, but one of the biggest collections in his entire library. How big? Well, if you must know. “I must, I must!” 426 containers of files, 739 linear feet, and 186 linear feet …
I am announcing my intention to run for candidacy for the Presidency of the United States of America. I would like to note and differentiate this announcement with intention to run from a possible future announcement to run for candidacy. I need to meet certain criteria with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) before I make a …