“I find the documentary form to be one of the most vital means of expression in film.” Martin Scorsese, Chairman Full Frame Advisory Board Documentaries or shorts? Actually, the choice does not have to be an either/or decision. A documentary can be short. A good short can also be a documentary. Not every subject needs […]

Documentaries – You got ‘em and RIFF wants ‘em. While tonight’s post serves as a gentle reminder that RIFF 2011 submissions are now being accepted throughwww.withoutabox.com, it is also a hale to that much loved category. Last year, audiences enjoyed RIFF’s notable variety including Prayers for Peace, which won Best Documentary. This year, fans are expecting […]

In what will be a boon for Virginia apple growers and cider producers, the State Senate passed a bill Tuesday that will allow the production of hard cider at higher alcohol levels than now permitted. Cider naturally ferments to an alcohol content betwe…

Fewer calories than beef, pork, or chicken and rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, this absolutely perfect Lobster Risotto is, my husband says, “DEEEELISH!” He told me I could make this anytime, and I will definitely do that…when lobster tails go on sale ag…

I’ve talked about Tröegs Nugget Nectar before, but it’s worth repeating. I absolutely love the smell of this beer. Whenever I drink it I can’t get enough of that wonderful grapefruit citrus smell. And the flavor matches! It’s invigorating and refreshi…

Wild spring weather ahead? Of course this is just a guess…but if they’re right the Tornado Drill Day next month is even more important.And just think of the storm chase possibilities!!

I recently learned that every 20 seconds in the U.S. a foreclosure notice is being delivered!  Every 20 seconds!  Then the devastation that is felt by the family and the community begins all over again.  Homes are lost, families suffer, and in some cases lives are virtually destroyed. At this point, unfortunately for many homeowners, […]

Banks and the Obama administration are both pushing for larger down payments on conventional home mortgages.  This is driving more and more potential buyers either out of the running to buy a home or to alternative loan programs like FHA loans, USDA loans, and VHDA loans. The article linked below states that nationally last year […]

Mortgage Rates 30 Year Fixed Rates: 4.875% – APR: 5.045% – Points: 1.125% 15 Year Fixed Rates: 4.125% – APR: 4.529% – Points: 1.875% 5 Year Arm Rates: 3.375% – APR: 3.377% – Points: 1.250% Source: Bank of America Home Loans

So what if a wonderfully-tasting chicken meal isn’t extremely low point? Should you still make it? You BET you should! A lot of people save their points for supper time anyway. All this said, this very scrumptious coconut chicken is less than 10 points…