tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post6049437190138757493..comments2024-03-20T03:53:55.113-04:00Comments on Yankee-Belle Cafe: Chicken and Walnut Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette and Good News!Missy Tippenshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05480008023330542958noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-80906950682077676482014-09-04T20:30:25.892-04:002014-09-04T20:30:25.892-04:00Missy, you're right! I have the look of both p...Missy, you're right! I have the look of both parents in different ways... my coloring from my dad, most of my features from my mom, but she always said I reminded her of her sister that passed away in a drowning accident at age 17.... She said my tough girl attitude was straight from Aunt Virginia. Maybe??? Who knows? <br /><br />But it's always fun to look at folks and see what/who they resemble. I love it! And Finn has just gotten to that age of "sneaking off" to poop.... Oh, babies are the strangest creatures! But so cute!Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-49415372971265833852014-09-04T20:28:08.221-04:002014-09-04T20:28:08.221-04:00Kav, LOL!!!! I love you to pieces! The baby in t...Kav, LOL!!!! <b>I love you to pieces!</b> The baby in the cupboards is hysterical and messy, because he's either got spices or pots and pans and tops and whatever he can get his hands on, out on the floor. So funny!!!!<br /><br />The rhubarb envy, I hear you! I was so guilt-ridden over letting the patch go, it was U-G-L-Y and overgrown and poor baby rhubarbs struggling to come to terms with their wretched existence.<br /><br />Their joy is palpable now, LOL!!!<br /><br />And I'll love it if folks go from "Mary's Girl" to my books, but honestly, if that sweet story keeps one person from an act of desperation... and I need never know of it.... that's such a wondrous thing. We are so very blessed to be surrounded by so much good, even when we're in the midst of angst. I love how faith grounds us to that reality! Go, God!!!Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-33420096684963033082014-09-04T20:24:12.867-04:002014-09-04T20:24:12.867-04:00Cathy Shouse, LOL!!!! You know I won't forget...<b>Cathy Shouse, LOL!!!!</b> You know I won't forget, it's such a thrill to be in there! And you know why, it's not a big money-paying gig, who cares about that???? But I've sat and read those stories so often, and I've cried real tears of emotion when folks relay their feelings, their times, their struggles.... And I love the emotions they evoke in me. Now I get to return the favor.... Note to self, send reminders, LOL!!!! :)Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-62975768634086704892014-09-04T20:22:12.572-04:002014-09-04T20:22:12.572-04:00SUSANNA!!!!! I'm so proud of you! Yes, do it, ...SUSANNA!!!!! I'm so proud of you! Yes, do it, try to be just that little bit more careful every day and then it gets to be a habit.... I'm happy dancing for you! Pretend you're seeing that specialist every week and hang in there. We're cheering for you!!!!'<br />Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-81424089219204891882014-09-04T20:20:44.667-04:002014-09-04T20:20:44.667-04:00Tracey, I love you! And good for you, that kindnes...Tracey, I love you! And good for you, that kindness comes back to us a hundred fold when we least expect it. Although I bet you're stinkin' kind every day. And I think you're right about the dark stories, if we turn them around to the character-building side, it's amazing what we see.<br /><br />A whole change of perspective.<br /><br />God is good, all the time. It's we mere mortals that mess up royally. That free will thing is TRICKY.Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-1105296173237146172014-09-04T20:18:50.537-04:002014-09-04T20:18:50.537-04:00Thank you, Tina! I love that picture, I stole it f...Thank you, Tina! I love that picture, I stole it from my niece's facebook page.... That's her in Mom's arms. Nice shot of the two of them!Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-61445345522363524182014-09-04T20:18:03.120-04:002014-09-04T20:18:03.120-04:00I think he was totally after the Coke, Mindy!!!! S...I think he was totally after the Coke, Mindy!!!! Such a cute baby, although he's teething now and his cute factor has diminished.<br /><br />He is not stoic. :)<br /><br />Aw, thank you so much. I love the way you put that, your words just made me feel super good. Bless you!<br /><br />The rhubarb just looks joyous. Like it can't believe someone came along from out of the blue, dug everything up, smoothed it out and replanted it in nice, life-giving soil.... and then bought red mulch to go on top. The rhubarb is ecstatic! As well it should be, my knees are still stained red. <br /><br />:)Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-56266758931891194612014-09-04T14:36:56.717-04:002014-09-04T14:36:56.717-04:00Ruthy, I think you're a combo of your mom and ...Ruthy, I think you're a combo of your mom and your dad. :) I can't wait to read the story.<br /><br />LOVE the photos of Finn!! LOL I was wondering if maybe he was hiding there to, um…fill his diaper. ;)Missy Tippenshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05480008023330542958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-46295000393730893912014-09-04T14:03:48.637-04:002014-09-04T14:03:48.637-04:00Ruthy -- I don't know who to be more excited f...Ruthy -- I don't know who to be more excited for -- your happy dancing rhubarb, Finn getting to play in the kitchen cupboard or your startling Chicken Soup for the Soul announcement. I guess I can be ecstatic for all three. :-) <br /><br />First, Finn is proof that kids don't need a fortune in toys to be creatively happy.<br /><br />Second...I'm not ashamed to say this -- I have rhubarb envy. Sob. <br /><br />Third -- sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo excited about Mary's Girl. Just think, people are going to read it and be prompted to check out what else you've written. Won't they be surprised??????? Kavhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03719229222267994577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-30464065389200672962014-09-04T10:01:45.169-04:002014-09-04T10:01:45.169-04:00I'm thrilled for the detailed description of a...I'm thrilled for the detailed description of a salad to try and I can't wait to read your essay. Be sure to remind us when it comes out. Somehow, I think you won't forget! :)Cathy Shousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02825259524689437031noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-51262452841700082622014-09-04T09:57:04.433-04:002014-09-04T09:57:04.433-04:00that's at least the 2nd time I've seen a p...that's at least the 2nd time I've seen a pic of kiddos in a closet! I'm wondering if that's not the norm! <br />Im into the wraps now since Monday's post- gotta get more wraps - wassup with only putting 6 in a package?! there's no room for boo-boos which I had. now I'm out except for a half...sigh...I think this would be good in a wrap! my latest wrap creation is egg! scramble and egg and 1/4 cup egg whites(ok maybe 1/8 cup would've been better size wise) in 3 tbsp texas texas salsa along with 1 oz cooked chicken breast - I did the chicken first since egg cooks so fast - already had it cooked just had to re-heat it--anyways added the egg and some salt/pepper and cilantro (that really made it!) then wrapped up and put seam side down in a skillet with a tsp of olive oil - once that baby crisps a bit and seals I turn it over and do the other side then cut in half and chow down! think I'm addicted..didnt' have tomato at home or I'd have tried adding a bit of that.<br /><br />I've walked 3 days - Tues night, last night after work, and thsi morning - going down in the time - 45 min, 30 min, and 20 min LOL - but when I'm working I'm doing good just to skip the drive-thru but gotta be serious with this eating since my bloodwork gets repeated when I see the specialist in a little over a week.<br /><br />SusannaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-22431774464012155422014-09-04T09:38:30.023-04:002014-09-04T09:38:30.023-04:00Ruthy, it's definitely time for back to salads...Ruthy, it's definitely time for back to salads for me, thanks for the new spin. I've never cooked rubarb. Other than pie, how do you cook it?<br /><br /> I'm so excited for you about your new story. I agree, some stories can't be told while they might hurt others. I often wonder if we all turned the light on our "dark stories" as Virginia calls them, if we wouldn't be more kind and understanding with each other. Everyone has an untold story. Going to put more kindness in my day today!<br />Tracey Hagwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10791174193265941345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-58889163964524559082014-09-04T09:23:02.762-04:002014-09-04T09:23:02.762-04:00Praying bugs works for me! :)Praying bugs works for me! :)Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-52119630576371421492014-09-04T09:19:53.353-04:002014-09-04T09:19:53.353-04:00WOW. Congratulations, Ruthy and a beautiful pix of...WOW. Congratulations, Ruthy and a beautiful pix of your folks. The salad looks good too!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-45690694293334064372014-09-04T09:17:52.477-04:002014-09-04T09:17:52.477-04:00Ruthy, I think this post is indicative of your per...Ruthy, I think this post is indicative of your personality. Busily running from one thing to the next, pausing to enjoy the good, but refusing to dwell on the not so good and keeping it all in Godly perspective. <br /><br />You know, even I'm happy about your rhubarb. Or maybe I'm just thinking about rhubarb pie. Perhaps you could send me one? Shoot, I'd be happy with a bag of rhubarb. Boy, I miss that stuff.<br /><br />That Finn is adorable. I'm not so worried that you keep him in a closet, however, you do need to keep him away from the Coke. Bad ju-ju for babies. ;)Mindy Obenhaushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15049730175697756032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-3121762398415638672014-09-04T08:15:04.003-04:002014-09-04T08:15:04.003-04:00Wow, what a packed post full of good stuff.
And I...Wow, what a packed post full of good stuff.<br /><br />And I have always thought praying mantises were one of those little signs of God's grace too! J. Hilton Steelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01085392971141928599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-67454608443804527762014-09-04T06:03:28.463-04:002014-09-04T06:03:28.463-04:00Virginia, you are wise beyond your years, you swee...Virginia, you are wise beyond your years, you sweet, young thing! :) <br /><br />Yes. Timing needs to be right, absolutely. And holding them gently within is a skill most mothers learn early on... I think of Jesus's mother, pondering things in her heart, knowing what scripture said lay in store for her son and still walking through life, caring for him and others. Such a great example!!! <br /><br />But maybe the fact that I keep BABIES IN THE CLOSET means I haven't come all that far after all, LOL! <br /><br />Oh, those sweet dimpled cheeks!!!! <i>Nom, nom, nom, nom.......</i>Ruth Logan Hernehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11550734775151341968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7945786327884906788.post-32130509567841271772014-09-04T04:08:00.288-04:002014-09-04T04:08:00.288-04:00Wow, lots in here besides salad. :) And yes, there...Wow, lots in here besides salad. :) And yes, there are so many stories to tell but sometimes it's not the time, or the year. But someday those "dark stories that end in light" will be told. <br />Until then, we hold them gently within, whispering "soon, soon your time will come".<br /><br /> So glad you got the chance to share a part of your story and that's a wonderful picture of your mom.Mary Jane Hathawayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17996627730074514978noreply@blogger.com