The Power of Yes – June Column
The first rule of improvisational comedy is to say “yes.” The second rule is to add “and.” So, no matter what your …
Pie Crust Perfection – May column
I’ve been on a quest for the perfect pie crust for a very long time. The one I grew up with was …
Otherwise and the Sacred Ordinary – April 2017 column
“It might have been otherwise” is a line from a poem that reminds me how important it is to appreciate the ordinary. …
Meals and Memories – Column for March 2017
Some meals leave an impression on us. It may be because of the food, the company or the circumstances. I still remember …
The Inside Out – February 2017 Column
At the Tallgrass Writing Workshop last year in Emporia, Kansas, author Max McCoy said, “Write from the inside out,” during his presentation …
Doing Things that Scare Us – January 2017 Cook’s Library with Patsy column
We should do things that scare us. When we are uncomfortable we have a chance to grow. If we keep doing the …
Friendships – November Column Cook’s Library with Patsy
A Facebook friend recently posted, “I need friends. In person, real time, call me to do things, actually like me, and want …
Kindnesses Remembered – October Column Cook’s Library with Patsy
Our family recently lost my sister-in-law Mattie. Because I was born so late in my parents’ lives, my brothers were married with …
On Your Marks, Get Set, Bake – September Column
“On Your Marks, Get Set, Bake!” Those words from co-hosts Sue and Mel start every timed contest on the Great British Baking …
Connecting With Others – August 2016 Column
“Connection is why we’re here,” says researcher and author Brene Brown. That is one thing I’m certain of. It is wonderful to see …