“Jennifer” is a single mother with a disabled child. She earns enough that she can care for herself and her child, but not enough to build up a reserve. When Jennifer was laid off, she didn’t worry—with her skills she thought she would be quickly re-employed. But it took four months before she was fully … Continue reading
MY SOUL FOOD by Deb Hall I moved to the Coastside almost 9 years ago. Being a transplanted southerner, I half froze and shopped the bay area trying to find “real” buttermilk! There is no full fat buttermilk …. not then, not now. I only knew a couple of people. I soon was employed and … Continue reading
Let me ask “What is the most useful kitchen appliance you own?” That fancy mandoline from Williams Sonoma, your strawberry huller, cherry pitter or the pineapple slicer you picked up on your last trip to Safeway??? My best guess is that pretty much no one would say their basic can opener (unless you have one … Continue reading
