It’s Cinco de Mayo, people. And for just about everybody and their cousins in my neck of the country, that means it’s time to party. This particular “holiday” hasn’t grabbed me yet. I’m not terribly surprised, as…
What a Way to Start the Day
The other morning I made breakfast for myself and sat down to eat. I had just gotten a couple of my fave magazines, so those were ready to be perused. I made myself comfortable and dug in. …
Easter Sunday
Somewhere in the North Georgia Hills, about a jillion relatives are getting together for the annual Easter celebration. Assuming the weather is sweet, there will be a softball game and a gi-normous egg hunt. And no matter what…
Basil Burglar
Something’s been eating our basil. Not I. Not Mister. So what? When you grow food, it takes not only time and energy, but also patience. And water. And expectations are set. You start imagining all the pesto…
Sunday Supper – With Wine!
Just wanted to share a snap taken just before dinner last night. Yes – the food is out of focus. But the wine… The wine! I got to have wine with dinner, y’all, and it was snappy!
This Is The Way To Live
I always love food. But lately I am a bit more food-obsessed than usual. (When, oh when will I be allowed to eat salad, for cry-eye?) Because I’m seeing lettuce and bacon and apples and duck and tomatoes…
Never Thought I’d See the Day
One of the dietary rules given to me by the healer I’m seeing is no raw veggies. And when I do eat vegetables, I’ve been told to cook them to death. That’s why I ended up with broccoli…
Giving Is Its Own Reward
I am incredibly fortunate to be able to volunteer my time and energy. This occurs throughout the year, in many capacities. Today I will be making Cheddar Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins for a donated dinner. The food goes to…
Triple-Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cake Cupcakes!
Remember when I wrote about the above photo and how much I loved it? Well there’s a new version in town and it’s far more manageable. Triple-Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cake Cupcakes! The thing I like about the…
Life Training
Yesterday I was reeling from a customer service call. You know the ones. Some joker received absolutely no training in the realm of “service” and yet there she is, talking over you on the phone and contradicting herself…