As many of you know, I am a southern girl at heart. Born in Texas and raised by a mother transplanted from the south–it is a natural thing. When we make green beans, we make green beans. No worries about anyone starving to death. I made some last week and wanted to share with some of my “Northern” friends. Some things I just take for granted. I never want to take the true “Southern” Green Beans for granted. Southern Green…
Did I sleep through summer? It sure feels like Fall outside. I was going to grill hamburgers and hotdogs outside tonight; However, with the weather the way it is, the Butcher is getting Bean Soup and Corn Bread. He is not complaining. I was born in Texas, so Beans and Corn Bread were a staple in our home when I was growing up. Even though the Butcher is Ohio born, I have converted him on many dishes. I have told…
I just got back from my morning walk. I watered my container garden, saw some ripe cherry tomatoes, and couldn’t resist popping them in my mouth. There is nothing like a tomato right off of the vine. They tasted wonderful. The flowers are so beautiful. I have never seen such colorful hydrangeas. I love mornings like this. It does not get too hot for me. I remember the cold winter months and I embrace the summer months with a passion.I…
Good morning! See what happens when you procastinate? You end up writing your blog before you go to work at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. That’s ok. We had an exciting week. This week was The Butcher’s 50th High School reunion. A shout out to everyone who worked to make the celebration of Norton High School’s class of ’63 reunion such a success. Brookside was a very gracious host, and fun was had by all. I am not the only one…