Welcome to “LEMON WEEK”! We are starting something new here on the site that we are excited about. Each week we will be posting on a theme. This should keep things a little more organized for us, but also fun for you, our readers. We hope you like what we’ve got planned.
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I’m an Oklahoma Girl! I love that beautiful state and the people that are there. A big portion of my family still live there and I love going back to visit every now and then. Some of my favorite memories are of family gatherings and the food. Oh, the food. Fish fries, fried okra, eggs and bacon every morning. Ha! it’s not the healthiest way to eat so it’s probably good that I don’t live there any more, but oh is it good. My grandmother and mother used to make a delicious pot of chicken and dumplings. You knew it was a special occasion when this was made.
The noodles (dumplings) are homemade and in my opinion the best part of the dish. Here’s the recipe:
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Just a few days ago I had the awesome opportunity to screen a new movie coming out on May 15th. (Be sure to check your local theaters for showtimes and availability.) Every once in a long while a movie is released that touches me to the core and speaks to me. “Where Hope Grows” is one of those movies. It’s full of love, faith, hope, and friendship and touched every emotion I have. Don’t you love those amazing times when a blessing comes into your life exactly when you need it? I know these special moments are not just a coincidence, but are gifts sent to us during hard times. Watching this movie was that for me.
This is a story about Calvin, an alcoholic single father who is struggling with his past. He and a young man with Down Syndrome develop a friendship that is truly inspiring.
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One of my favorite snacks is a piece of buttered wheat toast. It’s filling, easy, and fast, but lately I’ve been seeing some great ways to make my toast more interesting and delicious. Here’s some of the ideas I’ve found:
