Traveling Across America
Isn’t that how some of the funniest or most intriguing stories start? I remember one time when I was six years old, my Uncle Tom came home from work, and he usually had a “surprise” for my sister and me. It was most often a piece of candy. On this particular night he said,” If you want it bad enough drop to your knees and beg.” My sister … [Read more...]
This country was not built by men is suits. That was a tag on a Levi add and is 100% true. I was in my bank the other day talking with the branch manager, and in a room next to his office, a meeting was being held by conference call. The lady on the other end of the phone was going over different ways to achieve greater customer satisfaction. That should be an … [Read more...]
Menopause. I mean, come on now! Really?! Do I have to say anything else? No, I shouldn’t, but, you know I will. Not only do we go through 30 something years of periods, 40 weeks of pregnancy each time, grueling labor to bring our children into this world, we then suffer through 10 plus years of menopause! I don’t get it, all because of an apple. Men, do you have … [Read more...]
This is a very refreshing salad with just a few ingredients. 3 cups chopped cooked chicken (2 breasts) ¾ cup mayo Juice from 1 lemon A couple of shakes of hot sauce 2 scallions diced ¼ cup chopped fresh basil Salt and Pepper to taste Mix the mayo, lemon juice, hot sauce, scallions and basil … [Read more...]
It is something we have all done at one time or another. If you have ever said anything about someone to anyone, you have gossiped. If more people would keep their noses on their own face, they would not have time to stick it in other peoples business. There are TV shows that do nothing but gossip. Are we genuinely interested in what the celebrities are doing this … [Read more...]
I have stood on my soapbox before and talked about the eating habits of Americans today, and how it has affected our health. I have also shared with you that I had gotten up to 136 pounds, which is more than I have ever weighed without being pregnant. The weight gain was a lack of exercise and slipping into poor eating habits. I am not one who believes in depriving … [Read more...]
Henderson, Alabama, population 80, and home to one fascinating man, Rex Locklar. As we pulled in and parked just past his old country store, he was waiting for us outside, seated on his bench watching the cars go by. I introduced myself and sat down across from him. He immediately got up and said, “Just hold on, I’ll be back in a minute.” When he returned, he … [Read more...]
How can I ask “why me” for the trials that come my way when I don’t ask “why me” when great things are bestowed upon me? A dear friend of mine lost his daughter to a car accident yesterday. She graduated last June. I can not imagine the pain he and his family are going through right now, and I pray I never have to endure such a pain. A parent should never have … [Read more...]
After my divorce in 1995, I dated a man that lived in the country. He had never been married, and his furnishings were proof of his bachelor days . When I would go down to the farm for the weekend, I had to “make do” with what he had in the kitchen. It is amazing how creative you can be when you have to. I used plates as lids on the pots and pans that didn’t have … [Read more...]
I had breakfast this morning with one of my BGF’s Cliff at a little café in Eclectic, Alabama named The Kountry Kitchen. These types of restaurants that are off the beaten path are usually not a lot to look at, but the food, that’s another story! As we walked in, ”HEY” was yelled out by a smiling man carrying a pot of coffee in one hand and a pitcher of sweet … [Read more...]
HI! My name is Nanette Cole... I travel. I write. And then there is the food! Life should not be a destination, but a journey that is shared and enjoyed. This is my journey... This … [Read More...]
