My life is dotted with the memories of certain trees. Yes, trees, those so beautifully described by Joyce Kilmer. The first tree that had … Read More...
Local Business
La Cantaloupe Francais
Buying a cantaloupe or honeydew melon these days is like playing Russian Roulette. You might get a good one and you might not. It’s impossible to know until you slice the thing. My … Read More
Golfing for Duffers
Swannanoa? Really?
If you haven’t played Swannanoa golf course in a while, you’re in for a surprise. In previous years, you could give a downhill putt a good rap and … Read More...
Road Trips
Lowery’s Out of Business
One of Virginia’s former great seafood restaurants is now out of business with no hope of recovery. Lowery’s Seafood Restaurant in Tappahannock has closed its doors for … Read More...
Latest Stories
The Trees of Our Lives
My life is dotted with the memories of certain trees. Yes, trees, those so beautifully described by Joyce Kilmer. The first tree that had … Read More...
Sun Crunch Melons: Yummm!
In my eternal battle to lose a few pounds, I have found that if I eat a piece or two of melon after a light breakfast and/or lunch, the sweetness of … Read More...
Dinner Plate Dahlias
Our son Jimmie gave us some flowers to plant when we saw him in early August. Jimmie worked for Hines Nursery and knows his stuff. He said … Read More...
Catbirds Are Still Around
I thought my catbirds had gone, they usually do each year, then pop up in the spring. But a few days ago, I heard the strange … Read More...
My Favorite Poem
Everybody has a favorite poem. Poetry is one of those artforms that can express intense feeling and emotions. It can be like an inspirational … Read More...
Chicken Breast Tenderloin Trimmings
I needed something quick, easy and healthy for dinner as we were leaving town early the next morning. Probably chicken. Yawn!!!! But I … Read More...