"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift... that's why they call it the present."

Scott, there is something to be said with your diligence on this matter.  For the most part, we are a group of people who enjoy "The Amish Cook" column and discussing the wonderfully interesting lifestyle that Anabaptists lead.  The news, both written and broadcast, often make uninformed generalizations and stereotypes of the Plain folks... so it is definitely a breath of fresh air that you have investigated into this matter!  Kudos!!