My husband and I are very fortunate, in my opinion, to celebrate our anniversary in June. Summer has arrived and nature is alive. You see growth everywhere! The best time to be outdoors and enjoying the offerings of summer. And to ponder the perfect romantic anniversary getaway! He knows I love Bed and Breakfast Inns. I so appreciate their attention
Read MoreSewing, Gardening, Cooking, Cleaning were not bad words in the lives of my Grandmas and Mom. They were beautiful, strong, independent women. Their strength of character and their strong faith defined their lives. Taking care of their families was part of their nature, and they didn't apologize for it. They rose to each challenge in life with the beautiful grace
Read MoreNow I am talking about Grandmas and stains!! Well, I keep saying, between my Grandmas and my Mom, there is not much in my life that is not tied to "their way." Even ridding clothes of stubborn stains! And I have found "their way" to be a good way and proven way. A stain, in my world, is a challenge,
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On our recent trip to Natural Falls State Park in West Siloam Springs, Oklahoma, there was a "must stop" in Chouteau, Oklahoma! Just a few minutes after you take the Chouteau exit off Hwy 412, keep your eyes peeled for the Amish Cheese House. What a nice place. I love Amish Stores. There is a good one in Muskogee, Oklahoma,
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My Grandma Helen had a special way of doing so many tasks in life. For example, laundry might be drudgery to some; but my Grandmas, like everything else they did, somehow elevated a task as an opportunity to shine. And also an opportunity to teach. Handwashing was one of those special ways. Grandma Helen always aspired for good quality, in
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This past weekend we had a lovely trip to northeast Oklahoma. We were heading east out of Tulsa on Hwy 412 into Arkansas. But on the way, there were a few special places in Oklahoma that we must stop and see! (Yes, my husband was excited! He loves to stop! {wink}) And one of those places is a little jewel
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I believe, the trending term for vacations in your own state, is "staycation". Staying close to home. Well, staycations in Oklahoma are the best! There is so much to see and experience. Wonderful day trips, overnights, or whatever your pleasure, there is much that awaits you to enjoy! So today, we are heading south on I-44, or what I still
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Oklahoma rocks BBQ! Oh, I know, you may think Kansas City, Missouri or Dallas, Texas or maybe Memphis, Tennessee would be considered BBQ meccas of the US, and they are. But the competitive nature for BBQ champion is alive and kicking in Oklahoma. How might I know that, because my husband loves ribs and brisket and has become quite the
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Now I am going to say right here and now, between my Grandmas and my Mom, I did learn to be a good cook and a wise cook. What is a wise cook? Well, according to my Grandma Helen, you cook beans and cornbread! Not only because they are good, but they stretch your dollar! I think Grandma Essie cooked
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"I am so grateful to live in Oklahoma!" This is a phrase I hear echoed over and over by the citizens of this great state. Roots run deep for Oklahomans and Oklahoma families and their stories go back for generations. Oklahoma stands for stability. It is the pride of the hard working people holding the standard high for all of
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