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The blog "Art of Natural Living" focuses on finding practical ways to bring green living into our daily routines. Topics include healthy cooking, eating local, natural bodycare, green film reviews and any type of environmental issue. Awarded a "Top 40 Wellness Blog" award by Online Nursing Programs, its objective is to help you Enjoy the Green Life.
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Art of Natural Living · 3d ago

All the Leftovers Chicken Curry

I have been struggling to blog lately. Between the kids’ busy schedules and the lack of fresh local food, it has been tough. Part of the problem is the fact that  I get inspiration from beautiful local food–a crisp head of lettuce, a bunch of fragrant dill, or a blushing melon.  Give me a full … Con
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Art of Natural Living · 1w ago

Bird v. Mouse: Rodent 2, Feeder 0

Perhaps my title is unfair.  We have been feeding birds for over 20 years and our feeders, baffles, etc. have been generally very effective. Just not at the moment. All winter my husband was complaining about the birds.  “They’ve gotten really picky,” he whined, “they’re just eating the sunflower se
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Art of Natural Living · 1W ago

Meringue Topped Bars

It’s Mother’s Day and I am baking. I know that I’m supposed to stay in bed and have things brought to me today, but I just couldn’t help myself. You see, we are in the midst of the crazy busy times that mark the end of the school year.  But my kids still took time [...]
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Art of Natural Living · 1W ago

Crazy Day Cornmeal Muffins, Cranberries Optional

You can’t tell it from the muffins, but insanity prevails in our household.  It happens every year. Daughter #3 has six concerts over the next two weeks (with associated extra rehearsals), plus regular lessons and a full honors schedule at school.  #2 is doing two sports, ballet and four AP courses,
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Art of Natural Living · 2W ago

Kitchen Sink Cookies and an Award

I am not a frequent cookie baker, but I got inspired to make these cookies by a fellow blogger, who I am honoring (with others) below.  Tammy “Agrigirl” wrote about not wasting food and I it made me feel guilty about a gallon jar of dates that I have had sitting around for years (literally).  … Cont
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Art of Natural Living · 3W ago

Lime Coconut Chicken

Oh my!  It’s been a week since my last post. And I’ve been planning this recipe the whole time.  But I’ve been trying to think of something clever to say and I couldn’t think of a thing. When I finally made the dish, my youngest looked at the ingredients and wrinkled up her nose (the … Continue read
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Art of Natural Living · 1M ago

10 Reasons to Plant a Tree–on Earth Day, or Any Day

To celebrate Earth Day, we planted eight tiny trees! Last fall I enjoyed harvesting and juicing wild grapes, and came away inspired to add more fruit to my young collection of berries.  So this spring, two plum, elderberry, mulberry and winterberry holly (for winter centerpieces) plants were shipped
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Art of Natural Living · 1M ago

Cheesy Carrot Rutabaga Ring

This recipe is based on a dish from McCall’s Cooking School.  My mother enhanced the original with garlic and Parmesan cheese—everything’s better with garlic and Parmesan, right?  It is now a holiday favorite, enjoyed even by carrot haters! Despite its fond place in our hearts, I had never made the
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Art of Natural Living · 1M ago

Artisan Beer Cheese Fondue

I have been making the same cheese fondue for years.  Loaded with Gruyere and Chardonnay, it brings the essence of Switzerland to the menu. But sometimes you just need to shake things up.  I saw a recipe for beer cheese fondue recently and decided to give it a try—more or less.  You see, I didn’t [.
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Art of Natural Living · 1M ago

Chicken & Avocado Salsa Sliders (Canned or Leftover Chicken!)

My middle daughter created this fun adaptation of a Martha Stewart recipe after requesting free reign to make lunch. Isn’t it nice when your kids want to cook! Martha’s spicy original was made with boneless chicken breast and served, sans bun, as an entrée;  my daughter’s canned chicken, sandwich ve
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