The other day David was watching a movie downstairs and I heard a little snippet of a song which brought back memories of singing in junior high choir. I hadn’t heard the song in years and years but just a few bars of the tune (I couldn’t even hear the words upstairs) were enough to…
Menu Plan Monday…August 23, 2010
Click here for more menu ideas. Monday: fresh green beans and red potatoes glazed carrots tossed green salad deviled eggs peach cobbler Tuesday: corn noodle casserole salad left over veggies from last night homemade rolls Wednesday: tacos made with corn tortillas, refried beans, cheese, lettuce and tomato rice nachos Thursday: Cheesy Broccoli Frittata fruit salad …
Frankly, my dear…
I read “Gone With the Wind” for the first time when I was in 7th grade. I was immediately captivated by the story and the antebellum setting. I may have been born and raised in California but I’m convinced I lived a previous life in the “old South”. (Don’t take that comment seriously; I don’t…
A Trip Back in Time…
There’s something about the late 50s and early 60s that appeals to me, at least in theory. I found the video below on the blog, The Apron Revolution and thought some of my readers might get a kick out of it. I especially enjoy seeing the houses, fashions, cars and architecture featured. I think one…
French Friday…Parlez-Vous Français?
For as long as I can remember I have loved the sound of the French language. Because of that, and because I’ve long nurtured a dream of going to Paris, I ignored everyone who told me to take Spanish (I grew up in Southern California so that would seem to be a reasonable suggestion) and…
Guest Post Friday – Red Beans and Rice
One of my Facebook friends who shares my love for New Orleans and its culinary pleasures posted the picture below the other day. He generously agreed to share his recipe. Red beans and rice is traditionally served on Mondays in New Orleans. Monday was “wash day”, a very busy day for homemakers, so an easy…
The Fast Lane
Would you do this? I would! Maybe more than once. 🙂
Disney and Dali…
Destino a Walt Disney and Salvador Dali collaboration The Walt Disney Company released this short animated cartoon in 2003 but the project began back in 1945. You can read more about this fascinating collaboration here. *Note: Yesterday I said I would answer reader questions. I will continue to accept these for a few more…
So, what do you want to know?
I’m driving my parents to the city today for my dad’s doctor appointment. My brain is still rather fried and my emotions raw with grief so I thought this would be a good opportunity to put the ball in your court. I’ve noticed that some of my favorite bloggers occasionally do a post in which…
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