Prairie Fare: A New Year’s resolution for an old friend

Preparing low-calorie meals at home is key to a successful New Year's resolution to maintain a healthy weight. Pixabay photo.

Preparing low-calorie meals at home is key to a successful New Year's resolution to maintain a healthy weight. Pixabay photo.

Prairie Fare

Prairie Fare

Prairie Fare

Prairie Fare

A better relationship with food and exercise is on the minds of many people in 2026.

I had a conversation with an old friend of mine on Zoom. I have known him since childhood, when I’d leave him a couple of spritz cookies and a glass of milk every year.

“Did you find your gift under the tree?” he asked.

“Yes, thank you! You know I collect dachshund figurines. I liked his red suit with white trim,” I …