The last few weeks I have been replacing plants that did not make it through the winter. I have enjoyed going to the local nurseries and looking at the variety of flowers and plants and trees they offer. Can you imagine walking into a nursery and all the plants being the same??? For instance:All red geraniums.All yellow mums. All hydrangeas.All daffodils.All lilacs.All tulips.As much as I like these plants, I can't imagine every plant on all fours sides of our home being the same. I ... Read More about His Gifts were Varied
For the love of salad
Lately, a salad has been my meal of choice. Since it is not always The Salesman's meal of choice, I keep all my salad favorites on hand to add to any meal that I prepare. Salads are quick and easy to make, in my opinion. Today we have the option of prepared salad mixes at the grocery stores and so may options to add to make them tasty and delicious. Here is my current favorite salad:There are no measurements, just get your favorite bowl out and layer in the goodness:Fresh baby ... Read More about For the love of salad
Link Love – Boo Mama
Happy Saturday, friends!Last week I shared Big Mama's blog with you and this week, I want to share Boo Mama's blog with you! I met Sophie Hudson, through my BFF, Beth Moore's blog, years ago. I have met Sophie in person and she is as sweet as a sugar lump. Sophie is known as Boo Mama and is a great conversationalist and writer. Her third book, Giddy Up, Eunice comes out on the 17th. Here is her Post that tells how she got her nickname.Enjoy BooMama's blog. ... Read More about Link Love – Boo Mama
Mother’s Day Celebration Surprise Outing
All my darlin' daughter and son-in-law told me was to be dressed to go to lunch and that we would leave at 8:30 am Saturday morning. I had no clue where we were going. And believe me, I tried to find out; but no one would tell me!I delayed our start time by a half an hour at least, because I needed to get Victoria Leigh's passport out of the safe deposit box… Yes, she was leaving for Italy and the only thing she had asked me to do was get her passport for her…and I forgot. Thankfully, I was able ... Read More about Mother’s Day Celebration Surprise Outing
Garlic Green Beans
Fresh green beans are available now and one of my favorite ways to prepare them is to sauté them in a skillet with garlic. This recipe is so easy and there are no exact measurements - just add seasonings to taste!Ingredients:Fresh green beans, trimmedCoconut oilGarlic cloves, mincedKosher saltFresh black pepperDirections:1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the coconut oil.2. When hot, add the green beans, garlic and salt and pepper.3. Toss occasionally and ... Read More about Garlic Green Beans
