My mom, brother, and sister-in-law turned my home into a nightmare after moving in—and I tolerated it for months before finally standing my ground.

For three nights, the beat-up grey sedan parked across from my driveway at exactly 9:00 p.m. Windows blocked with sunshades. Engine off. In my neighborhood, that usually means someone is casing houses to rob them. I’m seventy-two. I live alone, but I’m not helpless. On the fourth night, the temperature dropped to near freezing. I … Read more

Smoked Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans

Crockpot Smoked Sausage, Potatoes and Green Beans Ingredients 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa or similar), sliced 1 lb green beans, trimmed 1 lb potatoes, cubed or baby potatoes halved 1 medium onion, chopped (optional) 3–4 cloves garlic, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 cup chicken broth 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces Salt and … Read more