where the Midwest meets the South
Here I am, the headless woman again, lol... I'm on my front porch paring apples for a day-late Passover dish!Let's talk about body parts. Let's get physical with it, shall we?--I could have worn this shirt, long ago; didn't care to--Now I do. I was always that meek, quiet little girl that I was expected to … Continue Reading
Funeral potatoes originated, the term, out of potato casseroles baked for post funeral gatherings; but also for holidays, of course-- "Christmas … Continue Reading
The Lovely Magnolia Leaf, by Susan C. Kussman Miller I happened to find the lovely magnolia leaf that my Grandson "Little Drew" had presented … Continue Reading
Learn & Live [23] This virus is really bringing out the truths in people--separating the money-hungry, selfishness of certain individuals--from the good, decent people who are the genuine providers and … Continue Reading
This picture was taken so long ago. My father had cancer. But, at that time, he did not tell me. Not even through a long distance phone call. I finally knew, was told, in his last four years or so. I lived far … Continue Reading
We journal our lives in various ways.We're family-- different kinds of people that make up our Country, this great Nation that is still lacking. Unbelievably lacking.One brotherhood, friends or foes. Friend or … Continue Reading
I'm so glad that Easter is cancelled in churches across the land--because this virus needs to GO. God doesn't say to be a blooming idiot. I finally have a burst of energy after being in a sucker-match with … Continue Reading
Learn & Live [22] How can a leader be appreciated when he's hateful to the people, plus actions taken and inaction[s] not-- He's abusive and inappropriate for leading. It's excruciating to hear President … Continue Reading
How's it going... Are you currently residing in one of the cities that's under a curfew from 10 pm to 5 am? My dog's got to do her business when she better--since she insists on going for a short walk for TP … Continue Reading
I'm not going to pretend here. I'm not going to be that 'perfect' little girl that I'm expected to be, as though I'm suppose to be four. I'm a full grown woman. I don't belong to an organization to the point … Continue Reading
There are no words, no very words to say how this day has gone... When will we get those simple days back, again. I've closed more chapters today. All of this in our world, has clarified so much-- … Continue Reading
The Essential workers are keeping us afloat.IMPACT YOUR WORLDOur medical teams are the troops fighting for dear life to keep ALL of us alive in these perilous times--as much as possible.We are a hurting nation AND … Continue Reading
Maybe it's a black and white world, after all; that this is the new normal-- no color, no gray matter. Who really knows.Who should speak... ? The truth about religion addiction, omg... scary shit.The hoarding … Continue Reading
What would COVID-19 say if it could speak in audible terms? Most likely, not, "Sorry" ! The essential workers are the backbone of our nation.The stance on America: we want FACTS, not "a gut feeling". What is … Continue Reading
Nobody is immune.Let us not throw around false hope-- anywhere. But do have faith and hope.This is our modern-day plague. Gun sales and ammunition surge-- a common worry/concern...Could schooling be forever … Continue Reading
The picture is blurry--because nothing at the moment in our Country, in our world, is clear. But take a look at the cheerful pollyanna colors-- and there's nothing wrong with that--looking for the positive side … Continue Reading
This is a picture of my father--so long ago when he enlisted in the United States Navy. He was a teenager. I think I have that right. He ended up serving in the Korean War, defending his very Country-- the … Continue Reading
We're meant to keep going--no matter what, despite anything/everything.Prayers for Nashville, TN... 25 dead, and possibly still counting... makes you realize all the more what really matters about this thing we … Continue Reading
I'm having a rose-colored glasses kind of day-afternoon!It's 61 and sunny; a nip of chill on the porch, but a content day.Good to soak up some pleasant vitamin-D.Have you put away all things resembling Christmas?... … Continue Reading
I'm a grandmother!... and I will be a great one BECAUSE of the love that I have for my son... I learned this from where I came; again, thank you, parents and grandparents, who instilled family into my veins that … Continue Reading
Just because a person is brave to feel, and speak of it, does not mean that the person is led solely by feelings or has no regard in making intelligent/wise decisions.Family is-- forever. No matter what changes … Continue Reading
I've wanted for years to come up with my own way of producing a spinach salad to come as close as possible in taste, like, and that-feel-- from one of my very favorite places to eat lunch-- one of those sweet … Continue Reading
This can be the best year, ever, the upcoming 2020."Believe."Consistency. Hard work. Faith. Drive. Passion. Getting right back up every time."You can, we can, I can."Let's do this! All year long. "Lettuce" … Continue Reading
This is not just a crush-- it's a SKIRT Cranberry Crush-- a crush on these bright, scrumptious holiday berries that I must incorporate into glad madness-- ! --into absolute joy!-- not only at … Continue Reading
Live & Let Live [23] - 2019 Christmas … Continue Reading
Of all the things I set out to do this Christmas, this has been way up the list. This takes me so far back, the old-time kind of German chocolate cake baked with Baker's chocolate. And this is what my mother made … Continue Reading
"Don Child" I'm all sentimental with a gladness in my step this holiday season; seemingly more than the previous years since my dad has been gone, since my family has been split completely apart... but I'm … Continue Reading
"I'm counting my 'quails' before they hatch." I'm all about the classic "quail" of a retro-southern winter holiday with a hearty hors d'oeuvre in mind. And, Dear, might I say-- December 1 is warm in the … Continue Reading
"Getting to know you" What's your preference-- pie or cake?... Pie is scrumptious, but a party cake's a celebration!White turkey meat or dark turkey meat?... Depends on how well it's cooked-- a moist or dry … Continue Reading
This is my dad. He's filled so many wonderful Thanksgiving memories throughout my entire childhood, and some of my adult years... along with a lot of his favorite choice pies that he baked-- And might I say, they … Continue Reading
Live.Don't let anybody drain you of your energy, your internal heart. Don't allow them to have that control over you, that they seek/have sought to kill/destroy your internal mechanism. Your feelings do matter, … Continue Reading
Sometimes you just have to leave to do something amazing with your life; that thing that is really amazing--and nobody has to know what it is--for, at least, a long {long} while. You have to let go of anyone's … Continue Reading
Is it cold where you are but warm inside--bundled up under covers, cold bare floor--or simply warm in the heart... All the above? Or are you on the Florida Keys where you will spend Thanksgiving through … Continue Reading
Not a rose, not a Christmas cactus-- not a Christmas Poinsettia; a gorgeous Hibiscus needing to bloom again!... It's been two years since this happened!... The simple things that are worth experiencing; a blossom, … Continue Reading
How did this happen already?... like I'm in a hurry to get ready as much as possible, do all the decorating and planning! This picture is from 2017; but I hung my train boy's bright blue stocking today, this … Continue Reading
This is just my personal perspective on network marketing, some of the ins-and-outs; not the reflection of any particular company or anyone else's personal business but that of my own experience, so far... There … Continue Reading
This is not complete yet-- you just see lol-- this apple isn't fully dressed in those goofy Pop Rocks yet lol... but, first, take a look at what we'll do here-- We've got Jazz apples! They're washed clean. And … Continue Reading
I love the vintage feel and look of this, with the twist of modern, of course... Use the large box of JELL-O, strawberry or cherry... And definitely choose BLACK BOX Malbec dry [dark] wine. This decadent wine … Continue Reading
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