Margaret Minnicks
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Margaret Minnicks has a bachelor's degree in English. She is an ordained minister with two master's degrees in theology and Christian education. She has been an online writer for over 15 years. Thanks for reading and sending TIPS her way.
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Why You Should Use Lard Instead of Butter or Margarine
The idea of cooking with lard or even eating it on a piece of toast might sound unhealthy. However, lard is healthier for you than butter and margarine, according to nutritionists, Paleo dieters, and famous chefs. Food Network's Alton Brown proclaims that lard is the best cooking fat ever. Some southern cooks use lard much more than their northern friends. In fact, some northerners might not even know about lard.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in Feast
Does Your Dog Sleep In Your Bed With You?
Dogs sleeping with their owners is a popular trend. Dogs have been sleeping in the bed with their owners in many cultures for centuries. Reports show that most dog owners share their bed with their dog. A Mayo Clinic study reveals that 56 percent of owners allow their dogs to sleep in their bed.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in Petlife
Which Is Correct: Fourth of July, July the Fourth, July 4, July 4th, Or Independence Day?
There is only one official holiday in July, and it is a big one that many people look forward to celebrating. There are five ways to say and write the name of the holiday that acknowledges the birth of the nation.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in The Swamp
'Greenleaf' Female Cast
If you haven't gotten to know the female cast of the popular series Greenleaf that has been airing on OWN since 2016, this is your last season to get to know them. Season 5 is the final season that premiered on June 23, 2020. Even though a spinoff is in the works, no information has been revealed about it. Viewers don't know which cast members will be in the spinoff.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in Geeks
'Royals at War: The Untold Story of Harry and Meghan's Shocking Split' Book Review
A new book about the royal family will be released on June 30, 2020. The book is not just a book about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their split from the royal family. It is a tell-all book written by Dylan Howard and Andy Tillett.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in Families
'Greenleaf': Highlights from Premiere of Final Season
The fifth and final season of Greenleaf premieres on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 on OWN. The first episode gave viewers a lot to look forward to during the rest of the season. The premiere began with reminders of what each member of the Greenleaf family was dealing with at the end of Season 4. Then the series quickly moved into possible solutions to their personal problems as well as to problems concerning their Memphis megachurch.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in Geeks
18 Things That Affect Diabetics' Blood Sugar Levels
Most diabetics know that sugar will raise their blood sugar levels more quickly than other carbohydrates. However, sugar and carbohydrates are not the only things that will keep a blood sugar level from being normal.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in Longevity
Aunt Jemima Getting a Name Change and New Image
On Wednesday, June 16, 2020, Quakers Oats announced the company is changing the name and image of Aunt Jemima that has been around for 130 years. The company stated it recognizes that the origins of the breakfast products are based on a racial stereotype.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in Feast
Juneteenth: 12 Things You Might Not Know . Top Story - June 2020.
Listed below are 12 things to know about Juneteenth. 1. The Name The holiday gets its name by combining the month "June" and the date "nineteenth." It was the month and the date when Major General Gordon Granger announced in Galveston, Texas that slaves were free.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in The Swamp
'The Bachelor': ABC Named the First Black Bachelor
ABC announced on Friday, June 12, 2020 that The Bachelor is having its first black lead after 18 years. The popular reality show has long been criticized for its lack of diversity. Now Matt James is making history after 40 seasons that the show has not had a black bachelor.
By Margaret Minnicks6 years ago in Geeks
