Welcome, Spring! This week put considerable distance between us and the bitter cold we endured throughout February.

“I’ll make the chili, you serve it.” He does the work, I get the glory.

A week’s adventuring in the fulfilling art of architecture…

“Live long and prosper.” Spock offers the blessing of his people. To my ear, he says, “Go, explore.”

“I want french fries.” they insist but through the art of home cooking I hope to guide my children to an appreciation of healthier choices.

In the midst of the family meal tucked in its nurturing embrace, I count myself among the fortunate.

Whether installed on the streets of downtown Yellow Springs or in a gallery at the Springfield Museum of Art, the JafaGirls’ art invites us to honor one another and play.

My husband introduces me to a foreign concept: Children will eat peas with pleasure.

Chef Corey Elbin shares his professional insights in cooking at the Yellow Springs Senior Center, 227 Xenia Avenue. We made ravioli with him last week and next week same time and place, Asian dumplings.

Layer up and meet us at the Great Room of the Yellow Springs Senior Center, 227 Xenia Ave, for the 2015 Season of the Winter Farmers Market.