Thanks everyone. :) WMUteach how long do you microwave those type of bags for?

Great bags! :)

I have beans in mine. They smell funny for a few months, but then the smell goes away with use. I put mine in the microwave for 99 seconds for about a cup of beans. Microwaves do not all act the same, so you'll have to experiment.

Where do you purchase your flax seed? and any special kind..

I buy flax seed at the bulk food store run by Mennonites. It's much cheaper that way. I think the kinds are dark or golden, buy don't know the difference, and don't think it makes any difference.