Sparklers are not child’s play

Did you know that the average primary flame blowtorch burns at around 2,000 F? USFS National Technology and Development says wildland fires typically burn between 1,600 and 2,000 F. Aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, and cast iron also can reach melting points at or slightly below 2,000 F. It's likely safe to say that parents would never let their children handle a blowtorch, wander into a forest fire nor touch molten metals, yet many seemingly have no concerns about children playing...

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Nature’s Way

Red Swiss Chard is still growing strong in June, planted in early March. (Photo by Karen Cohen) By Karen Cohen   Play with Your Food  Your mom may have told you when you were a kid not to play with your food. I am here to correct that notion. I play with ingredients. All the time. I don’t have a ton of patience to concoct meals that may require hours of pre-planning, pre-baking, or premeditation. I cook whatever I have on hand and what is growing in my garden. One missing ingredient is not a deterrent, just substitute by flavor. Did...

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