The Jacksons – for Oct. 8, 2009

The chill in the outside air was not enough to make its way into the shop in the Jacksons’ yard, where Andrew sat alone, sipping warm coffee and contemplating the state of his universe. Over all, the state of the universe seemed acceptable. The unusually warm weather in September had allowed the Jacksons to not

Harry’s Tractor – for Oct. 8, 2009

Directly off the assembly line this impressive 4440 John Deere tractor adorns Harry and Shirley Dubyts farm entrance south of Belmont, Manitoba. For retired farmer Harry, shop work is a favourite pastime. He used two-inch PVC pipes to construct the skeleton of his latest innovation. By gluing 416 drink cans together, Harry shaped the body,





Side Dishes

RECIPE SWAP We love getting your recipes! If you’re looking for a specific recipe and think our readers might have it, send us your requests and we’ll publish them. GLAZED VEGETABLES Did you know there are literally hundreds of different types of honey that can be produced, each from its own nectar source, with its




Planting Tomorrow’s Heritage – for Oct. 8, 2009

Trees being planted by members of the Manitoba Women’s Institute right now may be among the heritage trees we look to tomorrow, say MFA officials. Under the urging of their president, MWI locals this year have been planting trees in their communities for beautification as well as a small way to mitigate climate change. “Everything


How Not To Share Your Turkey Dinner

“Since you’re cooking that turkey anyway, why don’t we invite somebody over?” my hospitable hubby asked as he saw me wrestling the giant bird into the roaster. “Sure,” I said. “Call around and see who can come on short notice.” He did, and soon we were expecting our friends Pat and Claudette for a turkey

Readers Of The Recipe Swap! – for Oct. 8, 2009

You’ve been sending us such great recipes lately – would you have best pasta or pasta sauce recipes to share too? Sarah Visscher wrote to us recently saying she’d really like some PASTA SAUCE RECIPES FOR CANNING. (We expect Sarah may have the same load of homegrown tomatoes many of us are dealing with right