Sun

The girls have been on their own lately. Sunny today and soon heat so they should be happy.

Betterbee, one of the beekeeping suppliers in my area and they offer a free field day every year. This year it is Sat July 17 9-5 PM. Located in Greenwich NY, they feed us lunch and a honey ice cream made specially for this by a local maker. The speakers are from all different aspects of beekeeping and more speakers are aware of organic caretaking. You have to register to attend, www.betterbee.com or call 1-800-632-3379.

Honey recipe:
Dried Fruit & Nut Health Bars (www.marthastewart.com)
Coat 8 " square baking pan with cooking spray

1 cup pitted dates, bring to simmer in small saucepan while covered om water. Drain and puree in processor

Combine
1 1/2 cupps old-fashioned oats
4 1/2 oz (1 cup) pecans, 1/2 c finely ground, 1/2 c coarsely chopped
2 oz macadamia nuts 1/2 finely, 1/2 coarsely ground
1/3 cup dried papaya, 1/2 inches
1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/3 cup dried blueberries
2 T oat bran
3 T ground flaxseed
2 T wheat germ
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cinnamon

mix date puree and honey together and add to dry ingredients. Press mixture into pan and bake 25 mins (about) Cool and cut into bars.