I started this post in August, 2018. There are many times, I have the idea of what I want to write about but not the words to place with it. My brother, can sing effortlessly. I am one of his biggest fans. So instead of trying to find the words ~ I'll let him... Continue Reading →
Everyone Loves Cake
Mmmmm ~ cake 🖤 and what a cake this one is. I don't even remember where the recipe for this one came from as it has been in my 3 ring binder typed out for many years. I love to cook. Bake? Well, I have a love / hate relationship when it comes to baking. I... Continue Reading →
Why Miss M’s dad took her on a date
Like it or not, time is flying right by us all. Miss M turns 16 this year. Yeah, time is flying. It is the time in her life that a young man just may be brave enough to ask her out on a date. This is why her daddy took her out first. She's been... Continue Reading →
Me Weekend ~ Me Time
I have spent this entire weekend alone doing whatever I wanted to do whenever I wanted to do it. I even took an evening to do nothing at all but veg out, watch every episode of Season 5 of Grace & Frankie on Netflix and drink Dark Horse Rosé wine. I have been afforded all... Continue Reading →
Pitching Mood
As much as I hate to admit it - I am a hoarder of things like all of M's papers. I have totes labeled Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade.... you get the picture. Middle school took a hit in the paper department since very little - if any - papers were brought... Continue Reading →
Lessons of 2018
Lessons of 2018 ~ As I reflect on 2018, I must admit it has been a blur. So many people I have spoken with have the same sentiment. Where has the year gone..... I can tell you - it has gone F A S T. Last year, I made a post called Lessons of 2017.... Continue Reading →
Merry Merry Christmas to You and Yours!
Blessed in the Chaos
Well, hello!It's been a hot minute since we've talked! What have I been doing you ask? It's almost easier to tell you what I HAVEN'T been doing. Blessed In The Chaos for sure! Since our last chat, we've had a 16Â year old birthday party for my niece. She then hit a deer the next day... Continue Reading →
Green-Eyed Monster
Jealousy is a very ugly word. For fifteen years, I've put up with someone in a constant state of jealousy. I honestly wonder just how a person can remain in that state day in and day out 24/7. It would have to be absolutely exhausting.  Not only that, but to steal the joy out of special,... Continue Reading →
Homemade Chicken ‘N Noodles
I have THE BEST sister-in-love in the world! What is a sister-in-love you ask? Well, she is married to my brother and a sister by choice whom I love with all of my heart. She is an amazing mother, wife, aunt, sister, daughter, singer, Christian and Southern cook. She loves the most simple things in... Continue Reading →
Grilled Italian Bread with Prosciutto, Mozzarella & Smoked Gouda
As I went out to light the grill last night, the sky was absolutely beautiful and I just had to snap a photo with my iPhone. The days have been overly hot and the nights extremely muggy here in Southeast Ohio. Summer hasn't let up for 2018 and it doesn't look like it's going to... Continue Reading →
Hot Dogs, A Cupcake & A Lunch Date
Do you remember some of your first memories as a child? I have some pretty amazing and precious memories. One being my Dad taking me to the most famous hot dog place in our town called Remo's. Here is an article on a from a local news station eleven years ago. Even better, here is... Continue Reading →
Blackened Tilapia Soft Tacos with Avocado Cilantro Dressing
Many times when GW & I go out to eat and he finds a new dish he really likes, he will say ~ I know you can make this. I think it's half challenge, half encouragement and definitely always in his favor as he is the ultimate taste tester. It's a win/win for the GW.... Continue Reading →
Uncomfortable Conversation
Last week, I took Miss M to the DMV to update her State ID as she changed her last name a year ago this month (July) to incorporate my maiden name, and to have the same name as me and to have her Pappy's last name as well. Yes, we are those ladies who hyphenate.... Continue Reading →
When People Disappoint
Have you ever been disappointed? Have you ever disappointed someone? We all have been there in our lives. I believe it is how you deal with the disappointment is what is important. For myself, when decisions have been made that were out of my control; I chose to stand up, brush myself off and move... Continue Reading →
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Faith Elizabeth’s ~ Banana Split Ice Box Cake
My niece, Faith Elizabeth, is an A M A Z I N G young lady. There isn't a single thing that she can't accomplish when she puts her mind to it. Academics, volleyball, softball, basketball, farming, 4-H, make-up, hair, cooking, baking......shall I go on??? Â I could, that's for darn sure!!! I love and treasure her... Continue Reading →
Cheers to Summer & Hydrangeas
Cheers to Summer and Hydrangeas! These are my absolute favorite flowers. I pray that these take and grow. Unfortunately, the last bunch we planted didn't make it. (my hand looks chubby, my nail polish is chipped and I have a bug bite on my hand from last night's porch party celebrating a friend's birthday but... Continue Reading →
Father’s Day 2.0
I sat down to write about my second Father's Day "without" my Dad when it began to thunder. I am still smiling. Why, you ask? Because if you read my tribute words that I spoke at his service, you know that every time it thunders we say it is THE Paul Williams building mansion sites... Continue Reading →
Wisdom Teeth
Today, Miss M had her wisdom teeth extracted. Every night since booking the appointment, I have awoke in the middle of the night thinking about it. By the Grace of God, she is a healthy child. She's only had to have blood drawn once. So today, I worried how she would handle the IV, the... Continue Reading →
Ohio Chautauqua ~ Erma Bombeck
Last night, my family and I attended Ohio Chautauqua to watch the live performance of Susan Marie Frontczak as she portrayed Erma Bombeck. Before I go any further, let me explain what Ohio Chautauqua does. It is a community event that comes to town under a big red and white tent offering living history performances... Continue Reading →
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