Why Didn’t You Vote?
Why Didn’t You Vote?
Closing Time
The official news statement: A long time downtown establishment has closed its doors after 14 years in Cleveland, Tennessee. The Catch Bar and Grill, owned by Michael Poore and Clay Walker, with Michael Poore as Executive Chef, specialized in fresh seafood and upscale catering. The restaurant, located at 233 Inman Street, announced its closure two …
Cranberries for the Holidays
I love cranberries. They remind me of the holidays, a reminder of winter coming and the bright red color just makes me happy. I also really like that they are not as perishable as most other berries and they last for awhile in the crisper drawer. Unfortunately, they are seasonal- it is a berry. And …
Homemade Roasted Marinara Sauce for Canning – Recipe and Tips
Last year I canned the most wonderful marinara sauce. This year I knew I had to recreate it and double the amount. That is tricky because tomatoes can vary from year to year and the types that are available in my area also vary. The optimum variety for marinara in my opinion would be Roma …
Five Years
I have learned kindness and grace are important attributes in living a full life.
How I Ended Up With 98 Tomato Plants
“In my 50s, I find myself reflecting on the things that bring me joy and vowing to do more of them. Sometimes the hardest part of doing what you love is determining what you love.”
An Open Mind…for Healing
When was the last time you did something for the first time? When was the last time you really tested and stretched your comfort zone? The answer for me is very recently- two weeks ago. I have been struggling with health issues related to chemo. In 2019, I was diagnosed with Stage 3b Triple Negative …
Thanksgiving 101
You need two things: a menu and a plan. It doesn’t have to be stressful or perfect and your house doesn’t have to be big or spotless. And keep your expectations low. Thanksgiving is an event, and once an event starts, you lose all control and it takes on a life of its own. And …
Politics, Papaw and the Mud
Politics is a peculiar bird. It takes a special kind of person to want to be nominated or win the popular vote. You must have very thick skin and one thing I know for sure- I am not this person. I can promise you, if I ran for an office and I found out someone …
Finding Your Tribes
What is a tribe? It is a group of people that can include family, friends or people with similar likes and/or experiences. They are willing to extend grace, love and forgiveness, even when they may not agree. A tribe may be life long or it may expire. Whatever the case, they are invaluable and comforting. …
