Look at the end of your Saran Wrap box. There are tabs you can push in that secures the roll in the box and makes it easier to pull out the Saran Wrap. There should be tabs on the end of foil and other wrap boxes.

Hi Karen, please see your doctor and be tested for sleep apnea. I was having brain fog and forgetting things. Also very tired most of the time. Turns out sleep apnea affects your memory and of course the quality of your sleep.

Hey Karen, so sorry your joints and back are feeling sore and stiff. I hope they are a bit better today. If not, rest more. The food you cooked in today’s video looked really yummy. I loved that you used up some of your vegetables in the second meal too. It’s great to make super filling meals as the weather gets colder, isn’t it! It must have felt really good to use some of the fresh herbs you dried. As for me, I was so tired last night when your video posted that I only watched the first half, so I finished off the rest this morning at 6.30am. We have a big superking sized bed, and so yesterday I washed, dried and ironed the duvet and all the sheets/pillow cases and the top blanket which took three washing machine loads. I was so tired when I had finished, but still made curry for dinner. I fell asleep at 11pm after watching a programme on the early career of David Bowie who is a really big music inspiration in my life. Isn’t it so sad what has happened in the places where Helene hit. I have a FB friend who lives right where it hit and he posted photos and video of the main road which ended up covered in masses of sand. A lot of homes and shops were damaged and the beach was covered in a lot of toxic debris. Fortunately, he only lost power at his home, but his house was not damaged, for which I was relieved. My heart goes out to all those who are suffering as a result of what happened. A couple of weeks ago a few places in the UK were flooded and a river broke its banks. Fortunately, not anywhere near London, where I live though. Anyway, look after yourself and make sure not to push your body too hard. Take care. 🤗

❤ Will you consider talk to your doctor about estrogen treatment? The anxiety and depression are common symptoms of menopause. Fatigue (exhaustion) and not sleeping well too. 😊

Isn´t there the option to make your stove top heating spots (where you put the pot) smaller? I noticed a few times that the pot u used is so much smaller (you can see the red heated spot)? I read that you use 20-30% more energie that way. I´m obsessed with saving through those small changes/mindfull actions. It´s all so crazy expensive out there! 🙄

Thanks for sharing. The food looks yummi. Takr care of yourself and rest🧡

My grandmother & mother always put a little sugar in chili & spaghetti to cut acid. A friend of mine uses brown sugar. Just a tbsp. You need to rest. The seasonal change affecting us is real!!😊❤ Your soup looks delicious!

Karen - question: has your bloodwork been tested for low Vitamin B12?

My oldest daughter flew home to tn from west coast for just one day to pick up a truck she bought - but was good to have all my grown children in the house they grew up in

I retired in August (age 63) so I have been trying to plan "me time" on a limited budget. I take chair yoga and craft classes for free at the local librairies in my area and the city offers "low cost" (@$15) ceramics or painting Saturday classes. I have done a few of those. I am also trying "gentle living" since what I finally have is time.

You were very busy today--hopefully you'll get a chance to do some crafting soon.

Hi Karen, sorry to have to point this out BUT you spread raw chicken juice on the plastic wrap box, the freezer bad box, the casserole dish etc. Got to be much more careful with that. Rip off all the Saran Wrap pieces first. Then put the chicken on the pieces. Then wash your hands. Then wrap up the chicken. Then wash again.

Karen, try taking the leaves off of the stems of oregano when it is still fresh.

Lazing around watching videos today. I have had a recurring ear infection for the last 3 mo. that decided to come back yesterday, so I went to urgent care, got an antibiotic and more ear drops. Hopefully, the third times the charm to get this infection gone!

I’m crazy heating some pumpkins during my rest time today. Was out early and worked one of the horses and should get pony out too he’s the most needy one out of the herd! Lol!!!

Hey Karen! I love the bike leaning up against the tree in the background. I am also gluten free like Rachel. Now you’ve got me checking my Target app to see if my store in MN has those Pringle like chips, 😂 The Lay’s brand are also gluten free, but Target doesn’t sell them, so super excited to check that out! Nice relaxing video with a lot of long ads that I let play out 😊 😉

If the crock pot dish was too tomato tasting serve it with rice, also rice and beans make a complete protein, good balance for a vegetarian dish. Trial and error story of my life 😅

Karen you have the hereafter disease it is age related I know I have it too 😂😂

Hi Karen! It's funny, was going to suggest you hang a few pictures up. Would look pretty and you'd have less to dust and/or move.

You can pull the dried herb stems through one of the openings in your box grater (the large cheese shredding size works for most herbs...the smaller grater size may better for some tiny leaved herbs). The leaves should come off and you'll be left holding a bare stem + a separate mountain of herb leaves on the other side. Of course, the same principle applies if you have one of those flat rectangular graters that has different grating sizes. p.s. this works for fresh herbs as well. To balance out tomato heavy dishes (chili, indian curry etc), add some ground cinnamon. Lentils need to cook for at least an hour to hour and one half. In indian curries it is customary to cook them until they are completely mushy - they taste so much better that way than al dente.

Your brain fog is very concerning Karen,🥴,overload maybe,give yourself a good rest,get the family to help out bit more for a while youre like a dog chasing her tail 🥲dont wait till you totally burn out 🥰Lizzie 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

one vid on reels n shorts fb, this man opened his door, water pouring out, opened door wider and there is an 8ft gator in his entrance! 😮 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 and have you checked side effects on meds youu take as far as your short term memory. my cousin found that.

Leo 😹😹😹

Oh! Leo made me laugh with his antics in the laundry hamper.😁 My neighbor gave me a roast chicken so I'm making broth today. I let my basil go bad in the fridge, next time I'll remember to dry it right away. Sometimes my good intentions go awry. I'm caught up on cleaning but intend on another round of decluttering. Hopeing all are having a blessed day. Those of you affected by the storm, praying for any recovery/help needed. My heart breaks for you.

Herbs nice ground and put in sea salt Lizzie

I've seen people put the herb sprigs in the hole of a cheese grater and pull it through. The leaves seem to come right off. I haven't needed to try it, so i don't know if it works 🤷🏼‍♀️

I used to live in Maine. I remember my brother warning me about the different name Mainers have for goulash. Lol

Karen, you’re always a joy💕 You know, we have so much to remember for ourselves and for others and our brains can’t hold it all. We forget things. Makes me feel like a crazy lady sometimes but I just smile when I finally remember it again and I do the thing. 🥴 It’s all we can do. Big hug from NC.

I am sitting and cross stitching Christmas ornaments and enjoying you vlog. I just came in from the garden and picked my last green pepper, green beans and cherry tomatoes..

It was cold today in the Netherlands .🤗🇳🇱❤

Wondering if a pizza cutter would have worked especially on the chives?

I'm on my lunch and enjoying your video. When I worked at a call centre, the cleaners would put a bunch of garbage bags in the bottom of the containers to save steps. I do this in my own home in my bathroom, bedroom, and office.

when shredding a triangle or any shape of cheese; turn at an angle just a bit and it will grate much easier for you! Something I learned a long time ago as a chef in my early 20's and it was such a help to me when finishing any dish. God bless and you are doing awesome! thanks~

Beautiful fall day here🍁🍁🍂

O love rhubarb (I make cake with it). But I was wondering - in Germany we only harvest rhubarb between beginning of May and end of June.

Karen you were handling the raw chicken, touching so many things and opening the fridge without washing your hands 🫣

Yeah for meal prep. And you are right, when the weather gets cooler it´s the time for it. I´m about to make my meal plan so that I can prep for next week. I always freeze my chive and parsley. I dislike them dried. I cut them and put them in little freezer containers and then I can take out of the container what I need. Love all they way over the ocean! 💕

Karen I enjoyed watching you meal Prep. Like you say, it is good to do this to save money, waste and time. Regards rhubarb, I either make jam or chutney with mine. Occasionally, I will make rhubarb and blueberry crumble with warm custard (but we hardly ever eat desserts). Also, here is a great Broccoli and Cheese and/or Rice Noodle Soup recipe to use up all those broccoli stalks to save wasting them because the have more nutrients and antioxidants than the whole of the broccoli head itself: 1. Wash the broccoli stems and cut them into a small dice quantity doesn’t matter. 2. Dice 1 small red onion. 3. Dice 1 stick celery. 4. Dice 1 large potato. 5. Place all the diced vegetables into a pan, brown them a little in a tiny bit of avocado oil to bring out the flavour. 6. Add 4-6 cups of light broth to the pan, enough to cover the vegetables and bring to a light boil. 7. Add any green herbs of your choice (approx max 3tsp total). 8. Turn pan down and simmer until the vegetables are soft (approx 15-20 mins). 9. Purée down the soup in a blender (or using hand blender) add back to the pan and thicken with 2tsp cornstarch on a low heat. 10. You can then add either of the following: a. Any melting cheese, b. Cheese croutons with a dash of light cream; or c. Thin rice noodles for a lower calorie option.

I layer my chicken on a cookie sheet and flash freeze for 2-3 hours. Then put them in a zip bag. You can pull them out as needed and they don't stick together. Saves you money on the plastic wrap!

You kept making me so nervous for you that one of those bags would fall over with the broth inside! Lol!

No regrets on Pampered Chef. Those scrapers have lasted 18 years.

I have an idea why don't you gather everyone in your house you don't have to do it on a video and show the pantry and organize it and everyone can have their input and then they know where things go

Please put all raw meat in a Tupperware on the bottom shelf of the fridge please 🥰

Keep the doors on!

Keep the Gray pillow on the bed

I also wind down around 4pm.

Always makes me feel good when I feel like I'm being a good steward of what has come into the house--good for you!

If you’re selling yes doors are better but you live there so curtains make life and space so much more livable. Just put the doors in the basement.

I have done counted cross stitch for many years. I recently starting diamond painting. You should try it . I love it Bet your daughters would love it too.

I would remove the closet doors and then put them back for selling. The botheration of taking down/putting back would be worth it to me to forego the daily annoyance of not being easily able to access the closet completely. Thanks for showing us that it's ok to take your time and not get discouraged because a task takes some ingenuity to complete.