Just curious, do you get the intense humidity that we get in the south? I think I could tolerate heat better if there wasn’t so much humidity.
7th grade does seem a little early even for an advanced class. B read it sometime in high school. I’m still surprised that I was never assigned to read it.
I sure wish I could send some of ours. Here is our forecast for the next several days.
I miss the days when the Braves were on TV almost every night.
Happy belated birthday to him.
I must be getting old. I thought she was another kid. Nice that she took time with your GD.
Confession time - I was raised in the south but don’t like catfish or cornbread. I also don’t care for peaches or banana pudding. I probably need to surrender my southern card now.
My favorite local Italian restaurant has the best tiramisu. I bought a frozen variety at Kroger once. Yuck! It ended up in the garbage.
Happy birthday to them.
Dh was eyeing the Halloween decorations at Cracker Barrel yesterday. He’s never actually decorated for Halloween though.
That's great to hear!
You just never can tell by eying it up. Good luck to you both
Thanks. #2DS not far behind. Going to cheat and celebrate both the same day
Absolutely
Sounds like it will be a lovely celebration. If find some winning salads make sure to share
Oh, you really do it up so well! I haven't noticed anything, haven't really been in that sort of store tho
You should be very proud indeed
IDK that lady has had her share of mishaps. Maybe she needs a break from the horses eek. Says the woman who still is freaked out by one biting her as a child.
Well, you could sneak a peek at the mr's script
, or just wait for the performance.lol
Well, call me bad Grandma. Just didn't have the 6+ hr drive out & back to Jersey city in me this weekend to see GD compete tomorrow
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Qualified to compete in triple jump & the 800 meter race.
first time in this dance. Surprised she got this far in her 2nd year. It's the last stop before the main event @ Texas A&M later this month.
Making halupki today, almost ready. It's an all day sort of process. Smells heavenly.
Spent afternoon playing with my grandcats in DSs AC. Believe it's been a week of 90+ days
That's great to hear!
You just never can tell by eying it up. Good luck to you both
Thanks. #2DS not far behind. Going to cheat and celebrate both the same day
Absolutely
Sounds like it will be a lovely celebration. If find some winning salads make sure to share
Oh, you really do it up so well! I haven't noticed anything, haven't really been in that sort of store tho
You should be very proud indeed
IDK that lady has had her share of mishaps. Maybe she needs a break from the horses eek. Says the woman who still is freaked out by one biting her as a child.
Well, you could sneak a peek at the mr's script
Have never seen that one on stage. I hope to never sit thru another performance of Twelve Angry Men or Death of a Salesman, starring HS students Just doesn't work IMO.
lol
I'll eat fried (farm raised) catfish if nothing else catches my eye on fish fry camp menus in the coastal south when vacationing
Here, most avoid bottom feeding fish due to industries along river beds
Banana pudding, well, IMO it's either very good or it's garbage, a mushy, soggy mess
No tiramisu or fuzzy peaches for me
prefer my version of cornbread (sweet, heresy in the south according to my late MiL)
I keep chickening out on trying a casserole I've seen bouncing around online, consisting of pineapple & cheddar cheese ? Any of you southern gals try it?
https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/pineapple-casserole-recipe
I'm all for giving kids opportunities to find their passion
That sounds good to me
Say that 3 times, fast
Soon as I saw purple dress, thot of you
Putting on the Ritz!
Loved watching the triple jump, I'm not that coordinated.
but it`s not exactly bursting with sunshine either, going to be warmer, but possible rain this afternoon, probably rain tonight. But, we will get walking this morning before doing some shopping.
Doesn’t seem like it has been that long ago. What a performance he did that day.
Never to early to start your TR. Always nice to think about upcoming Trip and share tidbits of planning.
No need to surrender your southern card……there are other folks here in the south who do not like all the southern foods either.
CB always has some nice Halloween pieces.
I had to look that up. Looks good.
I made the Quinoa salad my sister had on her FB page. Called Jennifer Aniston Quinoa salad. If was very tasty and everyone liked it. I also made homemade macaroni salad. The recipe is on the internet.
Thank you. You do it up well too with all your outside decorations.
It is funny in the Deep South if you put sugar in your cornbread they call it corn cake. I like cornbread both ways with and without sugar. Although I prefer a little sugar in it myself.
Beautiful pictures Sue.
Congratulations to your granddaughter Janet.
I have seen it a few times in the Olympics. Making sure you start off on the right foot running and starting the jump from the exact line is in no way as easy as it might look.
He is going to come home one time from a work trip and find the bedroom renovated - without his input or anything it he doesn't get onboard and just make his dw happy!!!!!!! And if I do it....the price tag will be ALOT higher 
I will get up to 90F or 33C. I will take it!!! I am much happier when I'm warm vs coldThat sounds like a fantastic way to spend the day!
Our weather has been crazy too! I did have to turn the lights on last night at 10:20 as I was reading and needed the lights on. I was sad
The downhill slide now into darkness. We do get some darkness here...from midnight until about 3:00. The other morning I woke up after dh left for work at 4:30 and it was not nearly as light as it had been a couple of weeks ago. And yes - I think he's insane for getting up and going to work that early 
NO....we don't get the humidity - thank goodness. It's a dry heat - like Nevada / Arizona.
Ummmmmm I don't think anyone would call you that! Congats to her qualifying for Texas!!!!!!! That is amazing!!!!!! I am sure they understand. And maybe you will find some last last last minute deal
ummm...that would be a hard no from me. I am not a fan of fruit cooked with savory items. But I am also someone who doesn't like their food to touch. Yes - I am like a 4 yr old like that
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Doesn’t seem like it has been that long ago. What a performance he did that day.
Never to early to start your TR. Always nice to think about upcoming Trip and share tidbits of planning.
No need to surrender your southern card……there are other folks here in the south who do not like all the southern foods either.
I do like cornbread, grilled or fresh peaches and catfish if made properly. No on ice tea. Everyone else in the family likes ice tea. I come from a line of very good southern ladies who know how to cook. I have had wonderful banana pudding, but I don’t care for it.
CB always has some nice Halloween pieces.
I had to look that up. Looks good.
I made the Quinoa salad my sister had on her FB page. Called Jennifer Aniston Quinoa salad. If was very tasty and everyone like it. I also made homemade macaroni salad. The recipe is on the internet.
Macaroni salad has jarred sweet red pepper chopped up, red onion, sweet pickles, mayo, mustard, sweet pickle juice, salt and pepper. Pretty simple, but good.
I also made some homemade salsa to go with taco chips.
Thank you. You do it up well too with all your outside decorations.
It is funny in the Deep South if you put sugar in your cornbread they call it corn cake. I like cornbread both ways with and without sugar. Although I prefer a littler sugar it myself.
Another dish that is an eyebrow raiser is grits. Most in the south eat grits with salt, pepper and butter. I like it with butter and sugar. I rarely make grits at home and there is only one restaurant I will eat grits at when at home in Florida. If grits are not made right taste terrible.
Of course some southern chefs have elevated grits with the addition of cheese and sauces like in dishes like shrimp and grits.
I say whatever makes you happy prepare it anyway you like.
Beautiful pictures Sue.
Congratulations to your granddaughter Janet.
It takes a lot of dedication and determination to get to where she is. I wish her lots of success going forward.
I have seen it a few times in the Olympics. Making sure you start off on the right foot running and starting the jump from the exact line is in no way Is as easy as it might look.
I know you are all very proud of her as you should be.
Sun is shining here this morning gong to be another hot one.. The humidity is going to be high too. Typical summer weather here.
We had a nice time at the cook out for the birthday celebrations on Saturday. It was beautiful and we all had such a nice time visiting. Everyone enjoyed all the yummy food. My sister and her hubby did a wonderful job with all the grilled meats and we had plenty of sides and desserts.
It seems like time is flying this summer. It will be time for HHN trip soon. Still trying to wrap my head around what ticket to buy. Don’t plan on spending a lot of time at the event, Will see as time goes.
I have a few things to do in the yard today so will need to get out this morning before it gets any hotter.
Will get over and do a little on the TR before I head out the door.
Have a wonderful Monday everyone doing whatever makes you happy.
And just like that, it's Monday
I had a lazy quiet weekend. We were home - as dh and boys worked Saturday afternoon/evening in a provincial building that they are doing renovations in. The work they had to do, needed to be done on off hours when minimal staff needed to be in the building. They got in and out in a reasonable amount of time. So I got to enjoy some alone time on Saturday.
Mostly did some putzing and tidying in the house. I did do a clean out of my closet though. I sorted some clothes, found a whole bag to donate. I keep bugging dh about how we need a closet organizer. Of course, he wants to hold off...and do it when we renovate our bedroom...but that NEVER happens
Or weather is heating up again today, and will be hot (for us) all week again
That sounds like a fantastic way to spend the day!
Our weather has been crazy too! I did have to turn the lights on last night at 10:20 as I was reading and needed the lights on. I was sad
NO....we don't get the humidity - thank goodness. It's a dry heat - like Nevada / Arizona.
Ummmmmm I don't think anyone would call you that! Congats to her qualifying for Texas!!!!!!! That is amazing!!!!!! I am sure they understand. And maybe you will find some last last last minute deal
ummm...that would be a hard no from me. I am not a fan of fruit cooked with savory items. But I am also someone who doesn't like their food to touch. Yes - I am like a 4 yr old like that
Well, I should shuffle some papers, and some of my to-do list completed for today.
Have a great day everyone!
I love cornbread too and we are having it tonight with (get ready for it.) bean soup!!! Yes, I know beans are one of your favorites, LOL. I use mostly great northern beans with a mix of 16 different types of beans too. I put bacon and carrots in it and serve with cornbread. I made my own cornbread recipe up from a southern one and a Mn.one, LOL. It's a mix of both and we like it.
Oh no.............Not tiramisu..... I have only tried the one kind and it was with a very thin light cake on the bottom and a custard for the rest and topped with tiramisu. I don't know if they added other ingredients, but it was not mushy. It was served cold and I was in heaven. I sometimes wonder if these desserts are made differently in other countries or parts of the US?
You and Roger. He is busy watching Hallmark Christmas in July shows. I think he's trying to drive me crazy!!!
LOL had to laugh at that purchase. I think things have changed since I last bought those.....
I am certainly going to seek it out the next time we are at an Italian restaurant.
Oh, I agree with No Grits! I tried them a few times with and without butter and sugar, and plain. They just tasted like eating something gritty and tasteless. I am with you on the catfish, but Only if they are not at our favorite place to eat catfish. They know how to cook them and they are delicious. I know I'm not convincing you, LOL.
This salad sounds wonderful. No kale is a good thing.
Sounds like you had a nice visit with Kyle at his new place. I bet he is so proud of his new apartment (condo?).
Thanks for the beautiful pictures - looks like the kind of trip I like to take.
Skookumchuck???? Really? I've never heard of that one.....
I love Princess Catherine and am so glad she is getting out and about. She is such a beautiful, gracious lady.
Congratulations to your GD on her 2nd place finishes. I bet you are so proud and what an accomplishment to get to go to the Jr. Olympics. I wish that the flights and circumstances had worked out for you to attend.
Yes, the properly made catfish is a big one. I shy away from it at places other than the catfish place we visit when in Tn. It is delicious there, as are the fries and slaw. Yum.
Yes, a big No to grits.
Congratulations to your family on the birthdays!
Pumpkin: I just finished cleaning out all my closets!!! I had about 5 or 6 trash bags full of clothes and other things I don't use anymore to give to charity. It feels so good to get rid of that stuff. I tend to hang on to things even though I haven't worn them in years. It's insane, so I am happy when I do get rid of things.
Yes, same with Catfish.....I`m not convinced lol......but we agree on grits being the spawn of the devil lol......
I don't think that is a thing for me either. Same with the breakfast "gravy" .
I was much happier after I sorted my drawers and closet.
It is wonderful to see her starting to make appearances again. I hope she continues to recover and takes her time before restarting her public appearances again.
I tried saying it fast, can’t lol! Good luck to your daughter!
