BearatHome | December 28, 2007
I love to cook, but sometimes life just gets in the way.
The solution? A slow cooker! I gather the ingredients, toss them in and forget about it for a few hours. And if you get busy, food doesn’t overcook or burn if left longer than required. My particular model switches to a “keeping it [...]
BearatHome | December 27, 2007
Every piece of Maine Bear salt glaze pottery in handmade in Maine. Each piece will vary in color and texture. Handfuls of rock salt are thrown into the white hot kiln, allowing the shimmering fire to glaze every piece in a unique way. This pottery is very durable and made to be [...]
BearatHome | December 26, 2007
If you are like most Americans, you’re off to the mall to snap up much promised bargains. But then again, you may have chosen a different path.
I rose early this morning to a very needy canine friend. With recent travels, the flu and the holiday – he has been somewhat neglected. Not neglected like I [...]
BearatHome | December 23, 2007
It has been a little quiet the last few days …
I imagine most folks are off doing some last minute holiday shopping (I actually spent the better part of the day finishing last minute wrapping).
For some folks, the holidays are challenging times. Please remember those who are less fortunate. Sometimes all they need is [...]
BearatHome | December 20, 2007
I remember my first tree. I had just landed my first job and moved out of the house. I had arrived. I went with a little fake table top model; I was living in a studio.
I opted for a Victorian Motif – mother of pearl ornaments, cherubs, white lights and so [...]
Bear at Home | December 15, 2007
Every piece of Maine Bear salt glaze pottery in handmade in Maine. Each piece will vary in color and texture. Handfuls of rock salt are thrown into the white hot kiln, allowing the shimmering fire to glaze every piece in a unique way. This pottery is very durable and made to be used. Oven proof, [...]
BearatHome | December 15, 2007
Are you dreaming of a Modern Christmas? Many Mid Century Modern enthusiasts are challenged at this time of year as to how to decorate their homes for the holidays. No need to fret – you can incorporate a festive look without sacrificing your MCM sensibility!
As a former vintage modern dealer and author of “Kitschmasland!,” [...]
BearatHome | December 8, 2007
Chef Tom
www.bearlyedible.com
It just would not be Christmas without the cut-out, iced sugar cookies. They are everywhere this time of year. Co-workers bring in trays to share. They are at reception desks and checkout counters. I’ll most likely receive gift boxes of holiday goodies where decorated Santas, Christmas trees and snowmen are the centerpiece [...]
BearatHome | December 4, 2007
You’ll spend less time in a doctor’s waiting room, if you book the first appointment of the morning or after lunch. The doctor hasn’t fallen behind in the morning, and often catches up over lunch. If you are seeing a doctor who performs surgery, ask that your appointment not follow an operation.
Make nice [...]
BearatHome | December 1, 2007
The holidays can be busy and stressful times that can easily overwhelm us all. Here are some tips for coping with stress and depression.
1. Pace yourself – The holidays can be busy and stressful times that can easily overwhelm us all. Setting realistic expectations about how much you can accomplish, how many gifts you can [...]