All the good things about life in the country
What people say: My young son says I am a terrible driver.My older son says I am a great cook.My teenage daughter says I am a know-nothing.My grown daughter says I am a genius.My husband says I am a treasure. My mama says I am a brave heart.My dad says I am a good praline maker. My grandson... Continue Reading →
Walk in dew-soaked grass to the hen house.Lift the door latch.Chickens come squeakingOut to catch bugs in the morning shade.I chose a place in the sun,On the stump by the water pump.A smell of fresh turned earthAnd freshly mown grass meets me.I stop to break stalks of asparagus. Creamed soup for supper.
My new hanging plant for the back porch is called Crackling Fireor Million Bells. I can't tell which of these names is more interesting.I like them both. The real name is Calibrachoa.Lit up with the sunshine. How cheerful! I bought this Calibrachoa hybrid at the Farmer's Market in Muskogee Thursday morning. The hummingbirds should enjoy it with... Continue Reading →
What’s Good About Home! 