My Own Front Porch

We haven’t had a “go to the doctor” kind of illness in our household for  two years!  (That is, until our recent brush with swine flu.  See August 1 post.)  For a household of six, that’s quite an accomplishment, I’d say.  Regular checkups, immunizations and well-child visits are necessary; but I’m talking about cold, flu, viruses here.  We take care of the sniffles, ear-aches and common viruses on our own, without antibiotics.  Anything I’ve read recently warns to stay away from antibiotics anyway.   I’d like to share a few of our “tried and true” remedies for common illnesses if I may. Read the rest of this entry »

I am not an uneducated person.  I think I’m “up” on most current events; and (sometimes unfortunately) I usually have an opinion on most everything.  So, when the topic of H1N1 hits close to home…I already know what to do. Read the rest of this entry »