Rough weather early this week put a damper on saltwater fishing, but mild weather starting Wednesday has improved the catches. Particularly, Spanish Mackerel. I remember about 30 years ago when Spanish Mackerel first began to enter the Bay. Previously they stayed offshore but gradually worked their way as far as Stingray Point. Currently, they are prolific both off the coast at Virginia Beach … [Read more...]
Remembering P.J. Morris
Looking back on my younger days, I went through a period in life when I felt I needed more abuse, more heckling and questions about my ancestry. I became an umpire and got my share of deleted expletives – some deserved and some not. One of the deserved moments in my umpire career when my judgement was rightfully questioned came when I first called a fastpitch softball game from behind the plate … [Read more...]
Swallowtails and Butterfly Bushes
Nancy took this shot of a lovely Swallowtail Butterfly enjoying the sweet nectar of our butterfly bush. We have had many visitors to this pollinator-attracting plant, even a few Monarchs, but by far, the most common is the Swallowtail Butterfly. Swallowtails look almost exactly like a monarch, except for its forked tail-like protrusions. That’s the easiest way to distinguish the two. There are … [Read more...]
Mexican Cornbread
As I have mentioned on many occasions, as a wanna-be Tex/Mex Chef, I find it easy to fix Mexican Entrees, it’s the side dishes that give me trouble. However, I think I came across a winner this week. I made some Mexican Cornbread and if you like a little heat with your bread, this is a winner. It all starts with Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix – which is darned good with the basic recipe out of the box. … [Read more...]
Deviled Eggs: In a Bun?
A few weeks back I wrote about eating Pulled Pork BBQ on hot dog buns, saying that you can get just as much BBQ on the hot dog bun as on a hamburger bun; they’re easier to eat; and the BBQ stays put. My friend, Guido Lamonica, has perhaps even a better idea. Put three deviled eggs in a hot dog bun, maybe a little mayo, and – Voila! An instant Eggs Salad Sandwich. How easy is that and how … [Read more...]
A Big Fan of Parchment Paper
I discovered parchment paper late in life. I always assumed it was something used in unique baking recipes of Gourmet Chefs. Boy, was I wrong? I first started using parchment paper on cookie sheets, so the cookies wouldn’t stick to the pan. I bought it in pre-cut sheets, about the same size as the cookie sheet. Then, I noticed it worked for almost any dish where sticking or difficult clean-ups … [Read more...]
Sunflower Festival Underway
On several occasions, Nancy and I have hopped in the car and headed for Liberty Mills Farm near Somerset in Orange County. It’s a lovely drive and we find many interesting things to do – like wind our way through a sprawling Corn Maze or pick a pint of two of fresh strawberries. Liberty Farms now has their annual Sunflower Festival underway with lots of food and fun and things to see and do. … [Read more...]
Birthdays Are So Much Fun
By Nancy B Celebrating one of our own was so fun. Sherri Perri, our Lighting Showroom Manager has been with Nancy B’s for years and has just had a very special birthday. She turned the big Six-O, but looks 40, if that. We celebrate all sorts of holidays around here but especially birthdays. We are so happy Sherri was born. She is a real asset, the builders love her … [Read more...]
Fishing on the “Doghouse”
By James Dickerson We had a great trip last week! On August 14 we left Wanchese Harbor on the “Doghouse” just before 3 PM as the storms moved in. The rain hit before we left the sound and headed to the bar. This trip provided 13-year-old Hawkins Groseclose his first trip inshore ocean fishing. Rob and Shannon Harrison (Hawkin's stepfather and mother joined … [Read more...]
Hurricanes: Bring ’em On
Fishing during the middle of a hurricane with winds up to 150 miles per hour is not recommended. However, the period right before a hurricane and right after can offer some of the best fishing of the year. The period following a big blow finds the water stirred and baits confused and dislodged, and anglers can often have a hay day. Last year, I fished off the Piankatank River right after a big … [Read more...]
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