I'm a guest today at Southern Writers Magazine. I would do some cartwheels, but, you know, arthritis and stuff. I'll bake a cake instead. It would be an honor if my friends from the blog would take a … [Read more...]
Archives for 2016
Southern Writers Magazine
Today I'm a guest at Southern Writers Magazine, and I couldn't be more excited to be included. After working in public education for twenty-two years, I began a new life as a writer. Of course, that … [Read more...]
Bridges and Trolls
On a recent road trip I crossed an interesting, yet disconcerting, bridge across the Ohio River. My sister was with me, and we approached the bridge after dark. There was a toll … [Read more...]
Why Drive 735 Miles to Shop for Dishes?
I've been asked that question more than once. Every time someone inquires, I hear the underlying question about my sanity, also. I'm not worried about it, though. My sister drove 1180 miles from her … [Read more...]
Books and Friends
Books were some of my first friends. As a child, I slept with my cherished books nearby, lined up in the bookcase headboard of my bed. When my brother and I were allowed to shop the Ben Franklin store … [Read more...]
“Just Right” Porridge
At some time or other, most everyone needs a mild dish that is easy to digest and is gentle on the tummy. If a family member is recuperating from an illness or on a soft food diet, this recipe is sure … [Read more...]
A Giant Cupcake
How many people will one cupcake serve? Lots of them, if the cupcake is a giant one. This giant cupcake was my birthday cake this year. It was baked in … [Read more...]
Blueberry Muffins
This blueberry muffin recipe is probably the simplest one I make. The ingredient list is only standard items, so there's nothing extra to buy. The only problem I've had with them is that they … [Read more...]
A Candidate With Integrity
So many Presidential hopefuls tossed their hats in the ring a few months ago, but, one by one, they have been pushed aside with only a few left standing. The field has been narrowed and soon we will … [Read more...]
Magic Cookie Bars
This recipe became popular a long time ago, and I think it was in the '60's or '70's. I've seen different variations of the same recipe, and I suspect any version is hard to resist. This is a dessert … [Read more...]