Mr. Pesky picked the 1st ripe tomato of the season last week. He sent me a text letting me know since I bought the plant, I...
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the good and bad of summer heat
In southern Indiana, there are so many wonderful things that only happen in late spring and summertime. Pools open, trees...
sacrifices and unwavering love never go unnoticed
Yesterday was Mother's Day -- if you're a Momma, I hope it was wonderful. If you're not a Momma, I hope you recognized...
what’s better than fresh food from a garden?
I say... there's NOTHING better! Mr. Pesky hand delivered something to go with the beans and cornbread I made. The only way...
a mother’s day gift from a non-daughter
This upcoming Sunday is Mother's Day. My Momma already picked out a snowball bush from me and it's been planted for several...
did your momma teach you this one?
The experiences, lessons, and influences we encounter in our formative years significantly shape our perspectives, beliefs,...
restaurant quality smoked meat makes you sleepy
Perry used his master Pit Boss skills on a 12 pound pork butt yesterday. While the smoker was warming up, he covered the...
how to know you are invisible
Early this week, I went to the bank to do a cash deposit. It took forever for them to count my money so I grabbed a dum dum...
kidneys, flowers, and my son’s birthday
Most importantly, today is Ben's birthday. He's smart, funny, and the biggest asshole I know. The apple and the tree, I...