Ingredients 4 avocados 2 tablespoons of pico de gallo Juice of 1/2 lime 2 chopped Jalapeño OR 2 tablespoons of crushed red pepper OR 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon of salt 4 teaspoons of olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoon of chopped garlic 1/2 teaspoon of ground […]
Small Changes Work Movement and action are among the best strategies for fighting depression and fatigue, but many of us could benefit from making just small changes in what we eat. “Food choices can have a substantial benefit on your energy levels and outlook,” says Loralyn Dennis, retired […]
During the February 2021 historic snow and ice freeze down here in Texas, we were ready with a well stocked pantry and could easily survived another couple of monthS of need be. But after a few days there were no milk or eggs available—and I had a hankering […]
New discoveries in nutrition science and health can help men and women with irritability, lack of energy and mood swings. A person doesn’t have to be diabetic, they can be very healthy, athletic or thin, and still suffer the consequences of surging blood sugar. When we eat, the […]
Ingredients 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound sweet Italian sausage 2 bell peppers, sliced 2 yellow onions, sliced 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves 4 garlic cloves, chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup chicken broth (or […]
Movement and action are among the best strategies for fighting depression and fatigue, but many of us could benefit from making just small changes in what we eat. “Food choices can have a substantial impact on your energy levels and outlook,” says Loralyn Dennis, retired Registered Nurse and […]
Research shows that people who work under a lot of stress are two times as likely to develop coronary heart disease. Chronic stress also leads to insomnia, high blood pressure, migraine headaches, arthritis, respiratory disorders and even cancer. While many people thrive and revel in working under a […]
Are you interested in feeling better, looking better and having more energy? Here are the top ten foods identified by most nutritionists to reach those goals: 1. Avocados are full of healthy monounsaturated fats that keep you full and are great for lifting your mood while helping you […]
Do you know what the definition of a “truck” was before automobiles and vehicles were ever invented? Thanks to our Grandpa Jack Dennis, I know a thing or two about that…and watermelons. (I’ll reveal the truck definition below). Some of my favorite childhood memories are the summer time […]
When my great-great-Chickasaw-Choctaw grandmother Margaret Delitha Ralph crossed the Red River by covered wagon into Texas she was only 14. Born in Arkansas just five days after the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, Margaret settled in central Texas near Brady Creek. She married a cowboy, James Morgan, who […]
If our father were alive during these days of pandemic restrictions, there’s no doubt he would be finding all kinds of ways to stay busy and productive. Walter “Corky” Dennis retired from a memorable career as police officer and homicide detective for the San Antonio Police Department in […]
Our grandfather, Bassett Arthur was a cook in the Navy Seabees primarily in the Philippines during World War II. After the war he remained a chef and cook at restaurants in Brady and Abilene, Texas. A trip to Abilene always included an opportunity to watch (and help the […]
