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Well, the groundhog saw his shadow so it's 6 more weeks of this lovely winter weather. I write this as I sip my favorite soup packed with curly green kale. I'm glad to be cozy warm and indoors today.

Winter is a nice time to hibernate inside and do what I enjoy most: Playing with words and playing with food. I enjoy them both real and raw. I can definitely see beauty in perfectly polished pieces, both in the culinary and literary world, but there's a certain charm of raw and real.

Raw food has the gift of the natural vitamins and minerals that Mother Nature initially intended. It's the essence of food. Nothing has been cooked, baked or broiled away.

I also consider raw writing to be ESSENCE. Not overly censored or picked apart. Just real and raw. Rough drafts, letters written from the heart, a doodle pad filled with random thoughts...

CLICK HERE to read/see what warmed my heart today.

Tucson at a glance

Yes, it appears I have fallen off the face of the earth. I'm pleased to actually announce the contrary. I have jumped in, feet first, much deeper into this sweet earth and everything else that matters most in my world.

Many of you know that our quick Tucson trip - originally made as a medical quest for my son - has turned out to be more of a resting spot for us right now. When doors open I find it hard to turn my back. We are currently involved in many healing therapies that have brought wonderful change. (MUCH more on that later alligator.)

So... while we are here, we are exploring as much of this land as we can. I am fascinated by the beauty of the desert that drew me in instantly. I wanted to share these photos with you. Everyone has been so kind keeping in touch with us and sending love and prayers.

I've had a few exciting projects going on during this time. My son and I have spent countless hours in the kitchen creating allergen friendly foods for KIDS! It's a slow-going project but one day I hope it will ease the allergen issue in many struggling kitchens. He's in charge of the illustrations so if you have kid art you'd like to donate for this project send it our way!!

kristen@beegreenfoods.com

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glutamates and neurological disorders

As many of you know, my son has been having some neurological issues that has rocked our world. I have been devouring information that doctors, therapists, holistic practitioners, etc have suggested. We have been blessed with a fabulous medical team here in Tucson. Here is a video I came across that I have found to be a MUST KNOW for those that are not eating natural whole foods.

I will go into more detail about what connections I have discovered later. My son needs my attention now but this will get you started. We truly are what we eat... even in the health food world, glutamates are hidden. They are LEGALLY allowed by the FDA to be hidden if they aren't 99% pure glutamate.

Scientific research proves glutamates connection with major dis-eases and ailment, learning disorders, overt aggression, unprovoked rage, anti social behavior.

I highly suggest those struggling with these disorders check this video out pronto. It's lengthy but golden.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-2384105525501310962#

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EXCITOTOXINS: The taste that kills