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Author: Marilyn Pokorney

I am a freelance writer. I write about gardening, science, nature, animals, the environment and health. I live in Nebraska and love gardening, reading, needlecrafts, and my pet dog and cats.
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Easy Rhubarb Jam Recipe

  • Posted on June 7, 2022July 8, 2024
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    For anyone who has a rhubarb plant, one good way to save rhubarb to enjoy all year long is to preserve it as a jam.

    This recipe can also be enjoyed as a relish on roasted and fried meats.… Continue Reading

    A yellow and black wasp

    Repel Wasps with Coffee

  • Posted on June 3, 2022July 8, 2024
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    Health Tip of the Day

    Wasps can be kept at bay with coffee grounds.  Using spent coffee grounds is a free means to keeping wasps away from a picnic, patio, or backyard party.

    Wasps do not like the smell … Continue Reading

    A woman putting a cup into a microwave oven

    Tips to Freshen a Microwave Oven

  • Posted on May 24, 2022July 8, 2024
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    Cleaning Tip of the Day

    To freshen a microwave oven is easy with 5 natural items found in most households.

    Coffee is a natural deodorizer.  Mix 2 tablespoons ground coffee into half a cup of water.  Heat, but do … Continue Reading

    A small glass bowl with olive oil being poured into it and olives lying by the side

    Olive Oil as Mosquito Repellent

  • Posted on May 15, 2022July 8, 2024
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    Health Tip of the Day

    Olive oil can repel mosquitoes for up to eight hours when used with essential oils.

    A study at Colorado State University showed that essential oils can be equal to DEET and picaridin in repelling … Continue Reading

    A slice of apple pie on a white plate with fork

    Sugar-free Apple Pie Recipe

  • Posted on May 15, 2022July 8, 2024
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    This easy to make pie is totally sugar-free and delicious. No artificial sweeteners. Completely guilt-free to enjoy with family and friends.

    Sugar-free Apple Pie

    1 can 6-oz frozen unsweetened apple juice concentrate
    2 rounded Tablespoons flour
    1 teaspoon cinnamon… Continue Reading

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