By the time my family moved to Lewisburg in 1955, some of the novelty had worn off for televisions, but with rumors of color televisions in the near future and vastly improved programming, TVs were still an important part of family life, and gathering around the set for a family meal featuring genuine TV dinners was a highlight. In 1954, the Swanson Food Company changed the way Americans ate … [Read more...]
The Weather Breaks and the Fishing is Hot
By T.H Spangler/Connie Barbour The weather finally gave us a break and those anglers taking advantage were rewarded! Those fishing the lower Chesapeake Bay found plenty of sheepshead along the CBBT. Spadefish are on just about all structure. Nice Spanish mackerel are feeding in the tiderips. Big red drum, cobia, croaker and small spot are all available throughout the lower bay. Rudee and … [Read more...]
South River Report
From the South River Fly Shop The South River in Waynesboro continued to fish well all summer thanks to the rains we have received and cooler temperatures. The river has been up and down but is now stabilizing. There's no way to be certain about the weekend conditions, but it looks promising. Nymphs and streamers have been the go-to categories the last two weeks. Our mountain streams are in … [Read more...]
A Thank You Note
By Nancy B I often receive kind notes from our customers thanking us for the great care we displayed while assisting them with their lighting needs. I am most appreciative of their taking time to thank us and I am so proud of our staff! We strive to listen and encourage as well as offer suggestions. Selecting lighting should be fun, but for many, it is a tough job and can be very stressful. … [Read more...]
Ready Fore Golf
“Did anybody bring sunscreen?” “I have a blister on my heel, who has a band aid? “Boy, that hot dog was messy. Sure would like a hand wipe.” “Damned mosquito nailed me. Anybody have and insect sting medicine?” “My back is acting up again! Got any Ibuprofen?” “These gnats are awful. Bug repellent, anyone?” Most of us carry golf balls and tees in our bags, not a miniature … [Read more...]
Eggs Goldenrod
Looking for a fairly quick but appetizing dish for a company breakfast? Consider Eggs Goldenrod. We spent the night with our good friends, Nancy and Gene McCay in Winston Salem last weekend, and for breakfast, Nancy prepared Eggs Goldenrod. The dish was attractive, it looked a little like Eggs Benedict, and it was delicious. Nancy served the dish on a split and toasted English muffin with a … [Read more...]
The Best Burger in Town?
I cook a pretty mean hamburger. I call them Daddy Burgers. They are fat and juicy with a salty crust, and when topped with a slice of sharp cheddar and a slice of Vidalia onion, they are hard to beat. So, it is with some reluctance that I ever order a burger when Nancy and I go out for a bite. There are some really good burgers in Charlottesville, almost every restaurant now offers a Signature … [Read more...]
Etc Consignment Shoppe
Besides poking around in grocery stores, looking for bargains and ideas, I enjoy rummaging through the racks at consignment stores – not the junky ones who sell goodwill hand-me-downs and leftover printed tee shirts from company promotions, but nice stores with quality, stylish clothing. One of our favorite such stores (Nancy likes to rummage as well) is the Hall Tree in Richmond. I have several … [Read more...]
Finches Unlimited
I believe my back yard holds more finches per square foot than any other piece of real estate in the world. It’s like a Finches Unlimited back there. I have both gold finches and house finches, but I’ve never seen a genuine purple finch at my feeders. I guess they don’t have room. We always hang a thistle feeder or two and the finches love those, but what they hammer from first light till … [Read more...]
Ready Fore Golf
“Did anybody bring sunscreen?” “I have a blister on my heel, who has a band aid? “Boy, that hot dog was messy. Sure would like a hand wipe.” “Damned mosquito nailed me. Anybody have and insect sting medicine?” “My back is acting up again! Got any Ibuprofen?” “These gnats are awful. Bug repellent, anyone?” Most of us carry golf balls and tees in our bags, not a miniature … [Read more...]
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