If Not Now, When?
I was teaching from the book of Hosea when I made a personal confession to the girls in my Sunday School class and illustrated it with an example from my own prayer life. I share it because you may get a chuckle out of it like they did, and heaven knows we need some comic relief. Amen? Besides, it comes with a great lesson. Here we
Why Can’t We Be Friends
Hello folks, let's chat… I don’t have all the answers for fixing our increasingly divisive world, but it would help if we made an effort to listen to each other again, however different the other person might seem. Might we turn to a story for illustration? I’m not the type to do the manicure/pedicure thing. I’m still not sure how it happened. All I know is, I
Skillet Enchiladas with Smoked Chicken and Fresh Veggies
Hello folks and welcome back to the All Things Southern kitchen. You know that habit I have of taking whatever’s on hand and inventing new recipes that are uncomplicated and delicious? Well, can I humbly say that I hit it out of the park again? Let me tell y'all about my Skillet Enchiladas with Smoked Chicken and Fresh Veggies. “Skillet Enchiladas with Smoked Chicken and Fresh
Plum Tasty Granola Crumble
Hello folks and welcome back to the All Things Southern kitchen. My grocery store had some big beautiful plums earlier and so, quite naturally this meant I had to get a couple pounds and make Phil a dessert. And when he gave my Plum Tasty Granola Crumble high marks, I knew I needed to share it with y’all. Delicious dessert doesn’t mean heating up the
He Gives More Grace
It’s been weeks since my daughter dropped a huge ceramic dish on her right foot, nearly severing the tendon of her big toe. The painful accident led to an emergency room visit with four-year-old Connor in tow, who was quite put out the entire time because she inadvertently left his afternoon popcorn in the microwave. For shame. The trip included multiple stiches and shots to
No offense to Chuck E. Cheese
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Crunchy Coconut Shrimp with Dipping Sauce
You’re just in time. I’ve got some big beautiful shrimp on hand and I wanted to share my recipe for Crunchy Coconut Shrimp with y’all! It’s a celebration for your mouth. Let’s get this party started! “Crunchy Coconut Shrimp with Dipping Sauce” 1 pound of raw tail-on shrimp (peeled and deveined) 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 2-3 eggs, beaten 1 cup Panko bread crumbs 1 and ½ cups shredded coconut Salt and pepper
About this election? Breathe
How long has it been since you looked up? No, not from your smart phone, but that, too. When was the last time you tilted your sweet tired stressed head back and looked straight up into the endless expanse of the sky above us? If you can go outside and do that now, please do. I'll wait. If you’re driving, or you couldn't do it right
When Southern Mama Memories Meet Boot Camp
Hello folks, let’s chat…I met the mother daughter duo during an author event in South Louisiana. The mother arrived holding a worn copy of Suck Your Stomach In and Put Some Color On that she was hoping I might personalize. Granted, I’m happy to do that anytime, but y’all, that mother had toted my book all the way from California! No, not for my signing,
Join my Hungry is a Mighty Fine Sauce Launch Team and get an advance copy free
Hey y'all! My storytelling cookbook Hungry is a Mighty Fine Sauce is releasing Oct.1st, 2016 and I'm beside myself with excitement over this project because it's literally brimming with all the things I love best. I stuffed it full of delicious family recipes that are tried and true. Then I added inspirational thoughts, belle tips, storytelling, and humor -- because life is better when you're laughing! Can I get an