Tag: North Carolina

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Concerned Grandma and former student of S W Snowden

I am writing this post because I have a granddaughter staying with me to finish out the school year and she is devastated about losing her school. I, my husband and our six sons attended S W Snowden elementary school. Snowden has some wonderful teachers and faculty. They still has a lot to offer and I believe if the Board of Education wanted to they … Continue reading Concerned Grandma and former student of S W Snowden

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Hello, Readers! We are fast approaching the last days of Read an Ebook Week, a week that encourages readers to pick up the digital device of their choice and download a new book to read. I’m excited to announce that my books will be available as part of a promotion on Smashwords to celebrate 2025 Read an Ebook Week! This is a chance to get … Continue reading

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Weather as Setting and Story

Here in eastern North Carolina, we recently experienced a winter storm resulting in several inches of snow. For many parts of the world snow isn’t a big deal during the winter months. It’s as normal as the wind blowing or the sun shining, but here on the coast of North Carolina, in a very unusual. We get snow maybe once every three to five years, … Continue reading Weather as Setting and Story

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What is Your Holiday Spirit?

Winter Bourbon Smash (Half Gallon Pitcher) Small jar (8-ounces) of preserves or jam my favorite is blackberry or cranberry orange. (Recipe for Quick Cranberry Orange Jam: 1 can orange juice concentrate, 1 can cranberry sauce and ½ cup sugar, 2 tablespoons water and 1 small box orange gelatin. Dissolve sugar in water, add orange juice and cranberry sauce stirring until mixed well, add in gelatin … Continue reading What is Your Holiday Spirit?

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When Someone Gives You a Butternut Squash

I have only had butternut squash once before and when a friend sent me one I had no idea how to use it. I called my oldest son and asked him what to do. He suggested roasting it with olive oil, oregano and garlic topped with Parmesan cheese. Well, I roasted the squash but decided I needed something more for my husband. I fried some … Continue reading When Someone Gives You a Butternut Squash

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Honoring My Heroes

It is almost Labor Day, many are celebrating this weekend as a last hoorah of summer. I believe it is also a time to celebrate hard work, dedication and commitment. Last Sunday I had the privilege of seeing two of my heroes honored, my husband and my granddaughter, Phalha. My husband, David didn’t want his recognition to take away from Phalha’s triumph. We are so … Continue reading Honoring My Heroes

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