Things to see and do in New Bern NC Travel with me to Tryon Palace in New Bern NC. I was so excited to be in New Bern, NC. First on my list of places to see, Tryon Palace . Here is a quote from their website …Royal Governor William Tryon and his family…
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Recipe Review-Soft Snickerdoodles-My Favorite Christmas Cookie
I have always loved Snickerdoodles. I recall when I was a child, during the Christmas holidays, my mom prepared many different types of Christmas cookies. She made Chocolate Chip Cookies, Spritz, and Sugar Cookies. I remember the year she added Snickerdoodles. I think everyone in the family fell in love with this cookie. I…
New “Pinterest Plan” December 6, 2021-Recipes and More
If you are like me, you love Pinterest. I have many boards and tons of saved ideas. I was thinking I wanted to use recipes and other tips and techniques I have saved on Pinterest. I know I will never use all the posts at my fingertips unless I have a plan. I thought, why…
Five Book Reading Wrap-Up For September 2021
Join me for my five-book reading wrap-up! Here is my Youtube Video I could not find anything on a movie but I think it would make a good one! ********************************************************************************* Book 2 “Grump” by Liesl Shurtliff Genre- Fantasy, Middle Grade, Retelling, Adventure, Fairy Tales 4.07 stars on Goodreads out of 5 stars I give this book…
Fall/Sept. Bucket List-Happy Day Fall Has Arrived
I love when fall arrives. Even though it will be in the 90’s here today in NC, the promise of fall is bright. Early morning when I walk, Brodie, it has been in the ’60s the last few days, and the feeling is glorious. I decided to make a list of the things I…
Weekly Words-Tuesday Quote for August 17, 2021
Quote of the Week I had my life goals set and did not see any reason that they would not be accomplished. I married, had two children, and had grandchildren on the way. I was looking forward to retirement and spending quality time with my family. I envisioned family dinners and family travel. I did…
How do I choose the best watermelon? Here are some tips!
I decided to repost this article because it is watermelon season. These helpful hints in choosing the best watermelon have been on the money for me. I love watermelon. I can remember as a kid on the farm sitting outside with a huge slice of watermelon. Forget the plates and forks and knives. My…
Weekly Reading and Watching July 19,2021-A few things that caught my eye.
Join me for my weekly online reading and video watching post. Just a few things that caught my eye this week 📚📚📚📚📚📚📚 A Book That Caught my Eye This Week-My Life of Crime, Redemption, and Hollywood “From ex-con to icon. Danny’s incredible life story shows that even though we may fall down at some…
Weekly Words Tuesday-“Get Up Early”. What time do you get up?
As I was looking over this quote, I had many thoughts. The first thought was, yes, I can get up early. I was up at 4 am today. I don’t work at my desk, so I did not clear my desk. I can’t tie my hair because it is too short. I did make some…
Travel-A Trip to Spring Haven Farm in Chapel Hill NC
My daughter Erica has two very young children. The day seems long when you have a 1-month-old and a one-year-old, so we have decided to go on some adventures in our attempt to break up her day. One such adventure was not far from our location it is called. Spring Haven Farm in Chapel Hill,…