I was going to write a poem. Then I remembered how much poorly written poems annoy me, even with the sweetest sentiments behind them. And this one was even going to be set to the tune of “Maria” from The … Continue reading
Photo by Elizabeth Diefenderfer, taken June 6, 2009 My only remaining great-grandparent, Lillie, left this life and stepped into her eternal home late Monday evening. It’s one of those things that you know is coming, and still you are taken … Continue reading
I hope you all enjoyed your Valentine’s Day. Do anything special? We had a quiet night in, but earlier in the day I received my first ever singing telegram. It was…uh…amazing? Ha. Who are you loving right now? (Writers, bloggers, … Continue reading
The ad was in the OU Daily and I’d seen it a number of times. “Daycare workers wanted,” it read. The address was close to my house and my parents were really starting to lean on me about getting a job. … Continue reading
Chili with a healthy dollop of sour cream. Hush, I’m on Atkins. Crockpot Chili (my modified version of The Diner’s Southside Chili) 1 lb ground turkey 1 lb ground beef 1 cup beef broth 1 6oz can tomato paste 1 … Continue reading
Oklahoma girl through-and-through. Writer, aspiring domestic goddess and totalitarian dictator. Taking on the world one carb-induced coma at a time. Founder of GodlyGals, a ministry for women established in 2002. Co-host of Picture Shows & Petticoats. More...
