Banker in Training
I’ve said it many times. The best stories are the true ones and the best of the true ones come from my readers. For instance, today’s chuckle comes from Mike in Atlanta. He wrote me a while back with this account of his charming baby girl, who just might have a future in the banking business. Mike was happy to let me share this story
Better Bisquick Biscuits
Welcome back to the All Things Southern Kitchen, friends. I'm going to show you how to make a good biscuit in a snap. Let’s say you don’t have the time or knowhow to make big fat cathead biscuits, but you might have some Bisquick in the pantry. Well, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with taking that route, but I can show you a little secret that
Happy “Bufday” America from the Czars of ATS
Hey y'all, we're still recovering from a big Fourth around here but I wanted to throw up some pics from all the fun. These are from my cell phone because it was more convenient than going for the camera all the time. I'll be adding the briefest of commentary. :) Around here the Fourth fun began on the Second when the Mahers arrived from Houston and the sprinkler
Ode to My Older Siblings
Hey y'all, I got so hot washing down the porches earlier that I decided to drink straight from the water hose. Haven't done that in years. I guzzled actually, and boy did it bring back the memories of growing up on Bull Run Road
Score One for Mrs. Mamie Lee
I’ve told y’all about Old Man Henry and the good-natured ribbing he’s always giving his wife. Well, turnabout is fair play, girls and Mrs. Mamie is on the board! First some history: Mrs. Mamie has been having a few heart spells, nothing really scary, just something our local doc thought she should have checked out. He set her up with a specialist in Memphis. Mr.
Because I Can
My early morning thought progression of which I feel I must share though I feel sure my grown kids and their spouses wish I wouldn't: This is such a pretty tree-- It's a shame this side of it isn't as pretty since we lost that big limb
No kin to me–
When I was a little girl growing up on Bull Run Road one of my favorite toys was a stuffed monkey with a yellow banana in his hand. I can STILL remember chewing on that plastic banana during stressful times, (most likely moments of torment inflicted by my two older sisters, regardless of what they tell 'ya.) I love monkeys, always have-- but I don't claim any
How to Spin Your Way Out of a Tall Tale
Everyone knows that fishermen are known for stretching the truth, a tad. I’m here to tell you that hunters can give ‘em a run for their money in that department. One day a bunch of the guys were standing around the John Deere store reminiscing about the last seasons’ hunting trips when Judge Allen and his wife arrived. Greetings were exchanged and the talk resumed.
Bodacious Buffalo Dip
Hey y’all and welcome back to the All Things Southern kitchen. I’m making my Bodacious Buffalo Dip today and just thinking about it made me want to share it with the rest of y'all. Here's a list of the ingredients. I'll show you how to whip it up. 16 ounces cream cheese softened 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon dried parsley 1 small roasted chicken from your local deli ½ cup of
Crawdad Fishing on Bull Run Road
Just a little thought recorded for you down by the lake bank this morning. Click here: Crawdad Fishing Memories P.S. If you can't help but sing a bar or two of "You Get a Line and I'll Get a Pole, Honey"-- chances are, you've got southern blood in those veins. Anybody? :) Hugs, Shellie