Barbara Lee Norris

Following are tips for beginning a gluten-free lifestyle, links to associated Celiac-disease websites, and ways to find people to help you.

A very short Valentine's Day love poem says it all!

Finding gluten-free pie crust used to be impossible. Whole Foods Market has changed all that. Their gluten-free pie crust is delicious and safely made.

Some pointers for creating a Christmas Eve dinner to be remembered.

A teacher's assignment: write about "A Kiss."

The more I laughed, the better I felt. Christmas spirit inched its way back to me because I relaxed, let go of unrealistic expectations, and laughed at my husband's jokes!

Humor is as important to Thanksgiving as the turkey and all the trimmings! Humor is good for children, as well as adults, and can make the day memorable for years to come.

Kids' Halloween jokes make Halloween fun!

This article explains the causes of and treatments for food intolerance due to wheat.

At least 3 million people in the United States have Celiac disease. 97% of them are undiagnosed and at risk for serious associated diseases and disorders. Could you, or someone you care about, be 1 of the 3 million? Please read on!

YouTube funny animal videos and author's recollections of her own pets.

Fun, non-violent online Halloween games for school-age kids and parents, too!

Military kids in 1960's Spain lived a normal American life, but could step into Spanish culture, at will. My experience as a military child in Spain and what I learned from it.

Jeannette Walls, bestselling author of The Glass Castle, survived a turbulent childhood of abuse and neglect. She developed incredible independence, through adversity. Her story illustrates that independent children from all walks of life can achieve great things.

If you want to have a good laugh, take a look at trendy hairstyles from the 60's, 70's, and 80's.

If JT's Fish House was noy in Fort Payne, Alabama, I'd picture it smack in the middle of Florida. Reminiscent of a typical Florida seafood shack, it is cheerful, casual, and comfortable--even for us strangers.

A review of Whole Foods Market's gluten-free sandwich bread.

So many gluten-free products to choose from! Here's a list of 10 gluten-free products that I heartily recommend.

Review of my first bed and breakfast experience at Raven Haven in Mentone, Alabama.

Sunday afternoon Blue Angels air show turns to disaster.

Cases for the iPod Nano are expensive. Why not try an alternate product, complete with a retractable cord, for 97 cents?

Many women consider the mother-of- the-bride ensemble the most difficult part of wedding planning. The search can be excruciating and extremely stressful. A veteran mother of the bride gives pointers to make shopping easier and more successful.

Planning a wedding? Tips from a mother of 3 married daughters, thus a 3X wedding planner.

Bob Red Mill's gluten-free cornbread mix is moist and light, but I would not use it again.

Bill Clinton wows audience while campaigning for Hillary Clinton on Saturday, February 2,2008,at Huntsville High School in Huntsville, Alabama.

Huntsville, Alabama is home to Valley Christmas Tree Plantation, where families not only cut their own tree, but also create lasting memories.

The author, who has celiac disease, is pleased to find gluten free oats and to discover the lengths that Bob's Red Mill goes to produce them.

America is being plundered by manufacturers both at home and abroad. Discovering the extent of Chinese made products both in my home and in stores has made me re-think my priorities as an American consumer.

A Christmas tree full of ornaments crashing to the floor is bad enough, but what happened next threatened to ruin Christmas!

My experience with Tyson's Premium Young Chickens has left me hankering for beef.

Matteo's Pizzeria of Brentwood, Tenn. satisfies my three-year pizza craving with a delicious, gluten-free pizza!

The American Center for Law and Justice supports Bush's nomination of Michael Mukasey to serve as U.S. Attorney General.

Some of the best lessons in life are learned when we least expect it. I've never forgotten what I learned while sitting on the sidelines one afternoon with a special needs student.

Non-productive writing days arrive unannounced and they always bring with them an obstacle to writing that is waiting to be conquered. This article discusses some of the obstacles I face and describes some of my solutions.

GED students are evaluated using a testing instrument called TABE. Results from this test pinpoint what a student needs to study to pass the GED examination.

Baking Soda, commonly used when baking, can be used in a multitude of other ways around the house. It is enviro friendly and inexpensive. Read further to learn its suprising uses.

Love your stuff? Invisible chemicals invade your reproductive system on a daily basis, and you may not even know it. Read on, and protect what you hold near and dear--"the family jewels."

This article describes the effect of destructive gossip within a family, the impact to the recipient(s), and the outcomes within a family.

Max Lucado's excellent book that asks readers to question how life would be different if Jesus were at the helm of their hearts.

Women love romance. Ten ways to put more romance into a relationship, and they are not that hard!

We are born feeling "O.K.," but unfair criticism and judgments often squash a female's spirit.

Paris Hilton should be given compassion and forgiveness while she serves her forty-five-day jail sentence.

NASA's Great Moonbuggy Race occurs every April in Huntsville, Alabama. This article overviews who enters the moonbuggy race, what the requirements are, and some of the challenges of the race--plus, a bit about the 2007 moonbuggy race.

Alec Baldwin's recent communication to his daughter, via voicemail, is robbing him of the very things he most treasures. Understanding basic communication strategies and using them, especially under pressure, is one step toward recovery.

This article outlines ways to begin a gluten-free lifestyle. It gives many excellent websites to help those with celiac disease get started on a gluten-free diet.

Marriages suffer at times from lack of attention. Couples are busy with the demands of family and careers and the marriage gets put on the back burner. This article outlines strategies for regaining joy.

People with celiac disease must avoid even minuscule amounts of gluten. Sometimes gluten can be transferred from one person to another through a kiss. Simple steps can be taken to minimize this risk.

Seemingly unrelated symptoms, such as ice craving, leg pain, and gastrointestinal distress, are often related. A person should not stop looking for a diagnosis until it is discovered. The reward is improved health and peace of mind.

This article describes what a person with celiac disease must know in order to dine out safely.