Thanksgiving will be here soon, so it is time to think about food. I love to make recipes ahead of time, so I can do less cooking and have more time to enjoy family on the big day. I found an easy Make-Ahead Mashed Potato Recipe that is perfect for such occasions. Here is the…
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Entertainment Wrap-Up For July 12, 2022 TV, Books, Movies and Music
A lot is going on in the entertainment area regarding books, TV, and movies. Here is what I have been watching and listening to lately. The YouTube Version What am I reading? I finished Bellevue last week. It was an excellent non-fiction book about Bellevue through the ages. You will hear more…

A Summer Check ist With July Holidays
I love to plan. One thing I like is planning seasonal checklists. I have made a Summer Check List with a list of things to do in the summer months as well as a few daily holidays. The only way this one differs from last June is that the daily holidays have changed. …

Recipe Review-Easy Jiffy Corn Muffins with Cream Corn
If you are in a time crunch and you need to make corn muffins this is a recipe for you. Quick and easy Jiffy Creamy Corn Muffins. I gave these an 8 out of 10 on my cooking scale. For me, anything 8 or above is worth making again. Quick and Easy Corn Muffin Recipe…

Let’s Take A Hike-Hiking New Hope Overlook Jordan Lake
I love to get outside and go hiking. Today I am going to share a hike with you that I took near Jordan Lake in North Carolina This is a hike I took back in 2017. Brodie was still around, so you will hear him mentioned in this post. I am always up for a hike. I…

What the Heck Is Series-“What The Heck Is Face Blindness?…
It seems that I come across so many terms that I am unaware of. With this in mind and hoping that I am not alone in the dark, I decided to do an ongoing series on “What the Heck Is…?” As I come across terms or things I don’t understand, I will write a post…

My What the Heck is Series- What the Heck is Bitcoin?
It seems that I come across so many terms that I am unaware of. With this in mind and hoping that I am not alone in the dark, I decided to do an ongoing series on “What the Heck Is…?” As I come across terms or things I don’t understand, I will do a post…

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…

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…

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…