Weekly Photochallenge: Celeberation

This week's theme is celebration.

Sounds of the Season 2011: The Christmas Song

The Christmas Song  by Nat King Cole featuring Natalie Cole

Because it is the right thing to do

AKA another rant. I had an interesting experience last week.  I was called to testify as a witness for a traffic accident.  When I was notified about the hearing I was shocked that the kid was fighting the ticket. He failed to yield to an oncoming vehicle and was clearly at fault. There were numerous … Continue reading Because it is the right thing to do

Sounds of the Season 2011: Gesu Bambino

One of my favorite Christmas songs that has somehow never been featured in the yearly Sounds of the Season. GESU BAMBINO written by Pietro A. Yon Performed by Joseph Carrillo When blossoms flower e'er 'mid the snows, Upon a winter night, Was born the child, the christmas rose, The king of love and light. The … Continue reading Sounds of the Season 2011: Gesu Bambino

Christmas Aggie Style

A friend posted this on FB, enjoy. I found this version as a related link to the first one. The light show isn't as good but it is the complete Aggie War Hymn http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9k-P6sriXc&feature=related

National Cookie Day: Grannies Oatmeal Cookies

In honor of National Cookie Day I am posting one of my favorite cookie recipes. Grannies Oatmeal Cookies ½ C soft shortening 1 C brown sugar 1 egg 1 C sifted flour ½ tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1 C raisins 2 C oatmeal 2 T milk ½ tsp soda ¼ tsp Nutmeg Mix all … Continue reading National Cookie Day: Grannies Oatmeal Cookies

November Wrap-UP

Three things I’m working on for 2011 is my attitude,  blogging more, and loosing weight. Theme Verse: 8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received … Continue reading November Wrap-UP