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Country Life

Biscuits

BISCUITS In a little country church an old farmer stood to pray The young preacher listened quietly to the words he had to say He said, “Lord I hate buttermilk, it tastes so strange and sour And Lord I don’t like lard and I don’t much care for flour But when you dump them in … Continue reading »

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A Morning Psalm

A Morning Psalm Psalm 118: 24 This is the day the Lord has made  The sunrise is painting the hills With a rare beauty that is hard to convey A message from God it instills The glory of sunlight, the sparkle of rain The soft white carpet of snow A song of a bird; the … Continue reading »

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My Blessings

My Blessings I’m thankful for cranberries, turkey and dressing My cup overflows with so many blessings I’m thankful for my husband, family and friends My list is a long one, I don’t see an end I’m thankful for puppies, they happily greet us I’m thankful for friends who email and tweet us I’m thankful for … Continue reading »

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The Auction

Four old houses in our neighborhood have been bulldozed and burned by the owners. Three just this month. Our neighbors house was built after WWII with oak lumber he had cut down on his farm. It was solid and sturdy; constructed with love and care.  It would have stood for many more years but after … Continue reading »

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Grandma’s Quilts

I love quilts. I have quilts that belonged to my mother, grandmother and great grandmother and each one tells a story and has a special meaning. They were made in hard times when nothing was wasted but they were made with skill and love. I can look at ones my mother made and pick out … Continue reading »

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