There are times in my life when I feel like I have been dropped into paradise. That is just what happened to me this week and it has become my opportunity to explore and discover a new part of the world. In April, I was [...]
I had the opportunity to take a history tour to Nauvoo, Illinois this past week. What a wonderful experience. My parents were guides in the late 80’s in the Wilfred Woodruff home, and I often stopped to visit them on my way to New York. [...]
BEIJING, China – The story that I have to share is one of the most incredible stories I have ever seen in my travels. In Beijing there is a place called the Temple of Heaven. It is an ancient temple that thousands of tourists visit; [...]
Scrapbooking in the past 10 years has become the hot new craft. Kid, moms, dad and grandparents are taking their treasured memories and making them into works of art that will last forever. Now you can write a letter to friends or family that they [...]
With the warming weather, now is the perfect time to fire up the barbecue grill and enjoy outdoor dining in your backyard. If you're like me, the first grilling session of the season can feel a bit rusty. Here are some essential grilling tips to [...]
Campfire Safety Basics Camping is a fun summer activity that most of us enjoy. But one thing is essential for every camping trip - a campfire. If you don't know how to build a safe and proper fire, your trip will most likely be cut [...]
A time-tested, tried-and-true cooking method, stick cooking is a way all family members can be their own cook and prepare foods to the desired "doneness." You'll like the fact that stick cooking is easy and quick, with very little cleanup afterward. And the sticks are [...]
Why Dutch Oven Cooking is a Utah Tradition Dutch Ovens in Utah: A Historical Legacy There are more Dutch ovens per person in Utah than in any other state. Dutch-oven cooking has been passed down to many in Utah from our pioneer forefathers. I can [...]
Dutch oven cooking is a favorite of many people in the West. I, for one, was raised eating delicious food from a Dutch oven. Both of my grandfathers were sheep-men, and the Dutch oven was the main pot they used for cooking in the sheep [...]
It's time to start cooking out. One of the best things at the end of winter is the opportunity to go outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather along with all the spring flowers and a delicious meal. Cooking on a stick is an easy way to [...]
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