We've almost always grown our own corn. Most of the time sweet corn, and sometimes field corn. The sweet corn is what we eat exclusively now, as it needs almost no seasoning. Field corn needs plenty of seasoning to taste as good to us, but it is best for corn meal since its dryed kernels … Continue reading Homemade Cornbread
Author: denimandroses
Back After a Break
I have obviously been away from blogging for awhile. A break was much needed for several reasons. The biggest reason has to to with my writing. I am still working on my debut novel and trying to get it ready for pubilication. This past year and a half has been tough as far as keeping … Continue reading Back After a Break
All In a Tangle
This was one of the latest project for my husband and me. We live out in the country and our land is blessed with a few native fruits, which we try to make the most of. These are dewberry vines that have grown in this spot and produced a lot of berries most years since … Continue reading All In a Tangle
“Get Your Rhythm”
Today was one of those special days to me. A few weeks ago north Louisiana was flooded by rain in many places. Gardens came to a stand still along with other things of life. Some people had already planted some things. Thankfully most people had not; including Daddy. He had broken up the ground and … Continue reading “Get Your Rhythm”
Indescribable
Easter is always a special time of year for me. It's truly Indescribable. My spirit and heart is so full I can't contain it. God has so richly blessed over the years. Meditating on God's word and praying and just trying to practice His presence leading up to Easter is such a blessed thing to … Continue reading Indescribable
Hearty Beef or Venison Chili
I come from a hunting family, as does my husband. Daddy kept us supplied with venison. He also had a herd of cattle, so we had beef when we needed it. This is a really easy recipe that is not spicy hot at all. Some people like their chili hot, but I never have. … Continue reading Hearty Beef or Venison Chili
That Special Symbol of Love
I have always loved Valentine's Day. Even without a boyfriend, I always valued my friends and swapped Valentine's cards with them most years to celebrate that friendship. Sometimes we simply swapped "Happy Valentine's Day" greetings and enjoyed the fact that we had those friendships. I still do enjoy and value my friends and love them. … Continue reading That Special Symbol of Love
What is a Dream?
What is a dream to you? It's probably many different things. I know it is to me. I could say that a dream of mine is to have my first novel published in 2016. Another dream could be having a nice fire pit out the back door with cozy padded chairs around it for visiting. … Continue reading What is a Dream?
Cindy Chandler Pye 