Growing Up with Racists
He was mean and hateful when it came to people with even a tinge more melanin in their skin. My father, and much of my family, were racists.
Tag: Vicki O’Dell
If You Are Going To Do It Do It Right
If you are going to do it, do it right was one of the things my father told me often as I was growing up . You know how as kids we just want to get the chores done so we can get back to whatever it is that we would rather do? For me it was reading. But he was having none of it. He said to do it right. Which meant HIS way.
Cincinnati Chili Spaghetti
Cincinnati Chili Spaghetti is one of my family’s all time favorite dinners. It’s really easy to make but the chocolate in the sauce makes it extra special.
Halloween Crafts – Crepe Paper Pumpkin Treat Holders
I’ve been seeing variations of this Halloween Craft slash Party Favor all over the web lately and remembered that I had made them for the blog back in 2009 – and before that, in 4th grade.
Super Simple Bohemian Table Topper
It didn’t take me long at all to realize that it would make a great table topper for my enclosed front porch so I had it cut to a square and I picked up some green embroidery floss.
Who Am I Now?
I hear my friends ask that quite often these days. Over coffee, lunch, or out walking. “Who am I now?”
Kids Crafts: Clay Pot Bee
I’m getting clay pot crazy here! What a fun craft to make with…