There was – maybe still is – a show on TV called The Hoarders – people who can’t seem to part with anything. Their homes are jam-packed with junk. We may not be in the official “hoarder” category, but Nancy and I have also amassed many things we can’t seem to part with. Like coffee cups and mugs. I moved to Charlottesville as bachelor in 1967 and brought along one coffee mug from home. We … [Read more...]
Michie Tavern: Good But Very Pricey
By Nancy B Beth Gladwell, an old friend, visited us for the weekend. Beth and I decided to have a girl's day and went shopping, visited garden centers and shopping centers and had a great time. Since Jim had fed us an incredibly big and delicious breakfast, it was a while before we were hungry for lunch. We decided on a late lunch at Michie Tavern on Monticello Mountain. They have the … [Read more...]
My Oh My, A Peanut Pie
We often travel Route 460 to get to Virginia Beach or the Eastern Shore without having to go through Hampton Roads. It’s a lovely drive through the heart of “Peanut Country” in Wakefield. While passing through Wakefield, we many times stop at the Virginia Diner for some home cooking. Besides BBQ and Fried Chicken, one of their specialties is a Peanut Pie. Findimg myself with an extra pie crust … [Read more...]
Soil Bag Potato Garden
This spring, Nancy bought two large bags of garden soil and 2 red seed potatoes at the Crossroads Nursery. “This should be interesting,” I thought. Beside our carport, she placed one bag on top of the other after cutting the top from the lower bag and the bottom from the upper bag. Then, she cut 4 small holes in the top bag and put a couple slices of her seed potatoes – each with eyes – in … [Read more...]
Lighting Tips from Nancy B
By Nancy B We have customers who strive to make the right decisions regarding the lighting in their homes, and they come to us for advice. Thought we would offer some tips we share with our customers in hopes you will be helped as well. If you have questions, call us, email us, or stop by. We at Nancy B’s House of Lights are here to help. No question is silly. … [Read more...]
Blues on the Piers
Bluefish continue to provide great action in our saltwater. At Nags Head on Wednesday, packs of bluefish were busting baits and lures and keeping the anglers busy. Blues are biting well in Virginia waters as well, especially in the lower Bay and off the Virginia Beach Coast. The Virginia Report Offshore & Deep-Water Report: … [Read more...]
A Blue Cat Invasion
Fishermen, we have a problem. Blue catfish. They are taking over the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem. Ironically, it was the Game Department’s idea to bring blue catfish to our area, thinking that because of their ability to grow to huge sizes (over 100 pounds), they would be a welcomed addition to our gamefish menu. Little did they know that this now invasive species would take to saltwater like a … [Read more...]
*!#! Passwords
I never thought much about passwords until I got my first computer. Right off the bat, the computer began asking me for passwords, so I made up stuff and revealed them to my computer, not realizing that I would have to remember them at a later date. In my early years, the only thing I had that was even close to a password was having to remember the combination to open my locker. Now, every … [Read more...]
Attracting Amphibians and Reptiles to Your Yard
Why?Why would anyone want to attract amphibians such as frogs and lizards or reptiles such as snakes and turtles to their yard? Simple. Because these critters eat tons of insects and rodents. According to Virginia’s DNR, amphibians and reptiles are a vital part of the natural world, but urban development and landscaping have caused their habitats to be lost or degraded. By making a … [Read more...]
My Pet Mockingbird
People have lots of different types of pets – dogs, cats, turtles, hamsters, parakeets and goldfish. I have a pet mockingbird. Our relationship began this spring when I was feeding mealworms to my bluebirds in their special tray. The mockingbird, who mostly hangs out on or near our neighbor’s hedge, flew over to investigate, discovered the mealies, had a few and flew back to the hedge. … [Read more...]
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