This summer both flew by and dragged on for me. When I think how quickly it passed by, I think about all I didn’t manage to accomplish […]
Aldona Bird
DIY sauna builds space and character
Dear Diary, Building is hard work. But it is also oh-so-satisfying. On that note, progress on building a sauna is coming along quite well. The “we” mentioned […]
Do it Yourself: Cloth Pumpkins
By ALDONA BIRDNewsroom@DominionPost.com October is upon us, bringing pumpkin spice, pumpkin soup, pumpkin rolls, Halloween, and fall décor. It is time to look up recipes, plan a […]
Be aware of safety when canning
While food preservation is a priority for me, my confidence in canning safely prohibits me from venturing too far into this particular method of putting up food […]
Do it Yourself: Wooden Buttons
By Aldona BirdNewsroom@DominionPost.com Chilly weather is creeping in, which means it’s time to start switching to cozy clothing. If your fall apparel needs an update think twice […]
Find interest in owls and nature
More time at home has made for me the silver lining during this pandemic. I feel more tuned in to my valley, and the many living things […]
Do it Yourself: Pie Carrier
By ALDONA BIRDNewsroom@DominionPost.com With beautiful autumn weather beginning, and with COVID-19 cases continuing to rise in our state, it is a great time to socialize outdoors. Whether […]
Math really does apply
The university I went to did not have a particularly rigorous math program. I took college algebra, and higher math classes were offered, but there was also […]
DIY: Corn Husk Dolls
By Aldona BirdNewsroom@DominionPost.com It is corn season. Along with corn on the cob, corn chowder, and grilled corn come corn husks. Before you toss them in the […]
DIY Pine Brooms: Style and Function
By Aldona BirdNewsroom@DominionPost.com We have brooms to help keep our homes, porches, walkways and other spaces clean. Usually after use these tools are tucked away out of […]
