THE BOOK IS PUBLISHED!!!!!!!

My book was ready yesterday at the printer!! Yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am thrilled to be at this point of my project. Even though I have been encouraged for 25 years to write a book, I never felt at peace about doing so. Plus, I was VERY busy rearing a family while practicing 'the art of frugality'.This has been a wonderful learning experience. Each and every challenge paved the way for the next step. I am still in awe, having watched the puzzle pieces fit together at exactly the right time. I could write a book about
writing a book, but first things first...............

I will be happy to ship books for Christmas gifts upon completion of the payment transaction. Should you want your book autographed and/or personalized, please make the appropriate notations.

BOOK SIGNING

Monday, December 15, 2 - 8 p.m.

*AND*
Saturday, December 20, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Pearisburg Public Library

209 Fort Branch Road

Pearisburg, Virginia

SAFE CANNING INSTRUCTIONS

I made reference to this subject in my book when I shared my friend's apple butter recipe. It is included in the 'Frugal Gifts From Your Kitchen' section. Safely preserving this wonderful treat is simple:

• place clean jars in a COLD oven


• select the lowest setting (150-200 degrees) and allow the jars to heat thoroughly, approximately 15-20 minutes


• using a wet paper towel, wipe the filled jar's rim clean


• meanwhile, pour boiling water over the canning lids


• using a canning lid lifter (or tongs), place lid on hot jar


• carefully secure the canning ring


• when the lid seals, it makes a popping sound....this may take up to an hour


• allow your homemade goodie to cool

PLEASE REMEMBER THIS METHOD IS *NOT* FOR CANNING VEGETABLES, MEATS, ETC.