Monthly Archives: January 2008
The Politics of Food
Ever since I read Frances Moore Lappe’s book “Diet for a Small Planet” in the mid 1980′s I’ve been aware that my food choices have political ramifications. She points out that some foods, like beef, require a lot more resources … Continue reading
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USDA November Cost of Food
USDA Official Cost of Food for November 2007 Or go straight to the PDF file here. The official cost to feed a family of four on the Thrifty plan has risen from $554.20 in October 2007 to 558.30 in November 2007, … Continue reading
Filed under Budget, Low Cost Foods
Grocery Shopping
More Recession Articles, in case you’re interested. Why Washington Can’t Stop Recession Economist fears ‘nasty’ recession headed our way this year DAVOS: RECESSION, ENERGY AND FOOD AT RISK IN COMING DECADE Possible Recession Winner: The Dollar Recession? We Could Be … Continue reading
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U.S. Recession
Generally I avoid politics in my blog because I’m not especially political. This blog though, will contain political views, which are solely my own. Not Fred’s, not my Mom’s not my children’s. These are my political views and it’s okay … Continue reading
2 Sick Kids
Well it was bound to happen. Both boys are sick and cranky and bored. Too sick to start back to school. Too bored and cranky to be left to their own devices. I’m escaping from them for the moment except … Continue reading
Filed under Low Cost Foods
Reader’s Recipes–Soups & Stews
This month I am looking for recipes for Soups & Stews. They may include meat or not, as you like. Since I am avoiding meat right now I will be less likely to personally try recipes that include meat, but … Continue reading
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New Year’s Resolutions
When I was growing up we gave more thought and attention to the new year than we did to most other holidays. I’ve heard my mom say many times that the new year is a chance for a fresh start–a … Continue reading
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