First, I want to apologize for forgetting to post last night. I was actually clearing off some things from my bed when I tripped and fell. I ended up smacking my ribs, knees, and right wrist pretty badly. I’m in quite a bit of pain now, hence writing to you slipped my mind. I willContinue reading “Tough Times”
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Six Word Story #17
Stop support. When did you ever?
Where Have All the Eggnog Shakes Gone?
As a child, one of my favorite treats was eggnog. Back in those so long ago days (Just kidding! I’m sooooo very young!) eggnog was only available for Thanksgiving and Christmas. We didn’t have a lot of money to spare, so it was mostly at my aunt’s house that I could indulge my fondness forContinue reading “Where Have All the Eggnog Shakes Gone?”
Six Word Story #17
The leaves fell; her anger peaked.
Thankful…Not Thankful
Just a few days ago I purchased this adorable bird. I find this kind of decoration adorable. Imagine my surprise when it rang up at 75 percent off! Um…pardon me? We are less than a week past Halloween, and nowhere near to Thanksgiving, but this clearly Thanksgiving-ish decoration is 75 percent off? What gives? Now,Continue reading “Thankful…Not Thankful”
Tasty Pulled Pork
Ok. So the picture isn’t of our pulled pork. I forgot to take one! So sorry, but you get the idea. You will need: Large pork shoulder roast (Ours was about 10 pounds!) 1 cup water 1/2 cup dehydrated onion flakes 1 Tablespoon salt 1 cup barbecue sauce (We used Sweet Baby Ray’s! Yummy!) StartContinue reading “Tasty Pulled Pork”
Something to Teach – Cooking
Buy a child a meal and she will eat for a day. Teach a child to cook and she will never go hungry. Ok, so I’m paraphrasing here, but you get the idea. From the time my children were young, I had them help out in the kitchen. They would fetch ingredients or utensils, etc.Continue reading “Something to Teach – Cooking”
Prayers for My Neighbors
Last night there was a flash of light in my living room window. We looked out to see the police chief and a deputy standing there. I went to greet them on the front porch. They wanted to know if I had called them. I said “No” and then they proceeded to tell me thatContinue reading “Prayers for My Neighbors”
Chicken Ceasar Cutlets
Good evening, everyone! We tried something new for dinner tonight and it was a resounding success. O.k. It was a success. Keep in mind my home is mostly teens, so yeah, but it really was good! Here is what you will need: 5 large boneless, skinless chicken breast pieces (about 4 – 5 lbs. total)Continue reading “Chicken Ceasar Cutlets”
Asking for Input
Hi, everyone! I thought I would ask my faithful readers if there are any recipes that they would like me to try my hand at making gluten free! A favorite cookie? Bring it on! An incredible, rich cake? All right! Let’s see if I’m up for the challenge! Leave your suggestions in the comments below!Continue reading “Asking for Input”
GF Recipes and Writings 