Summer fun years ago with Justin and Jenna -- seems like yesterday!

Then with cousins Greg and Chad....

In the Kitchen

Today proved to be another "Betty Crocker" day around here. First, I made a batch of these great cookies. I have previously posted the recipe here.

Then later this afternoon, my gardening friend, Pam, brought in all the supplies, and we made her some of the same salsa I made yesterday. (See post below if you missed it.)

Now.................

I Think I Can (ned)!

Some of you may remember "The Tale of the Tomatoes" from this past April which described my efforts to save the little newly planted tomatoes despite weather conditions here. If you have not had the pleasure of reading this crazy story, please click and take the time to read it. This will perhaps allow you to understand the significance of today's post. 

This is a picture of some homemade canned salsa. After securing a good recipe and calling Marilyn for her assistance and support, we successfully produced a product from this summer's great tomato crop. What satisfaction! 

I love doing this kind of thing. It brings back so many memories of gardening and canning with Mother and Daddy. Marilyn and I always did this during the summer months as young girls and continued to do so after we married. We canned beans, pickles, tomatoes, beets, whatever.... I didn't even eat beets but that didn't matter. We were working, talking, laughing, and having fun together in the kitchen. Great days! Great memories!

Of My Family

A mazing

B lessed and bloggers 

C hristians

D ependable

E nthusiastic

F rugal and forgiven

G lory and God

H appy

I ntelligent

J ustin, Jenna, and Jonah

K eelie and known for get-togethers

L evelheaded

M emories

N eed each other

O ptimistic  

P hoto lovers

Q uite a mix

R ick

S upportive and sane (for the most part)

T ravelers and tradition-keepers

U nselfish and unique

V ery Patient

W onderful Extended Family

X tra special love for each other

Y es, yes, yes – we love to eat

Z ealous in our interests and hobbies

1. family time
2. visiting with friends
3. home-cooked meals

4. new recipes

5. rain

6. worship time

7. AC

8. fireworks show

9. cooler temp

10. nap