Day 1: Sprinkle yeast over warm water. Add one tablespoon of the sugar and let stand a few minutes until yeast is active and swelling. Commbine remaining sugar, flour and milk in a 4 to 6 quart glass, plastic or pottery bowl or container. Do not use metal bowls or utensils as these my retard starter growth. With a wooden spoon, stir in active yeast mixture. Cover loosely with a towel so it can breathe. Then start with day 2 (you know the rest).