Autumn on Apple Tree Farm I’m rather late with this but we just returned from our New Orleans trip late Monday night and I’m still recovering. David and I both started with some mild cold symptoms on our way home. So far we’ve kept the crud at bay with regular doses of “The Potion” (I’ll…
Library Book Sale Haul
For me, there is nothing quite like the thrill of bringing home a box or two of books from the annual library book sale. For my book-loving readers who will want to know, here is a list of what I bought: Cookbooks: Celebrations on the Bayou – Invitations to Dine in Cotton Country Style The…
What I’m Into (September 2013 Edition)
Here it is, October. OCTOBER! So far it still feels like late summer around here but that will change tomorrow as a cold front comes through bringing rain and high temperatures not expected to get out of the 60s. I can’t really complain, however, since several friends have been posting pictures of snow on Facebook…
What I’m Into (July 2013 Edition)
July has been a month of ups and downs, celebration and mourning, reconnecting and letting go. I am never in a hurry for summer to end but I must admit I am ready to bid July adieu. Celebrations July started out on a positive note with my sweet daughter’s birthday: Memory Lane Monday: Our Sunshine…
What I’m Into (June 2013 Edition)
I’ve seen several people doing these “What I’m Into” posts recently. I’ve really enjoyed reading them so I decided I’d do it, too. Here goes: Around My Home Early in June David rented three levels of scaffolding and replaced the siding on the peak on the front of our house. This is a project he’s…
Book recommendations?
This doesn’t happen often but I’m having trouble finding a book that really captures my attention. I have a whole list of books I want to read but I’m not really in the mood for any of them. I think I want something kind of light…maybe a bit humorous…set in the South or a small…
Jane Austen Giveaway! (now closed)
Update: The winner has been selected! Click here to see who it is. Thank you to all who participated! I Am A Reader Not A Writer is hosting a Jane Austen giveaway hop and since I’m a Jane Austen fan I thought I’d join up. I’ve never done a giveaway before but there’s no time…
Banned Books Week 2012
This is the 30th anniversary of Banned Books Week. I think I might celebrate by re-reading one of my favorite banned books, To Kill a Mockingbird. What about you?
Happy Mardi Gras!
Laissez le bon temps rouler! If you’re very observant you may notice that this is the same picture I shared last Mardi Gras. After a busy afternoon making potato salad, jambalaya and beignets, and sharing this meal with my parents, I decided to cheat. Maybe I’ll take a picture tomorrow. Or maybe not. Anyway, as…