tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50659574370737397382012-01-26T02:33:49.745-06:00Bama Bellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02414256529606527436noreply@blogger.comBlogger6081100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5065957437073739738.post-261540741710595612011-10-07T11:05:00.000-05:002011-10-07T11:05:21.134-05:00

It has been so very long since last I posted. I have missed all of you so. I seem to be doing a better job posting on the facebook page so be sure you are following us there as well. Thoughts of a Bama Belle There you will of course see many pictures of the things we are up to as well as products we HIGHLY recommend! Thanks for reading and don't give up on me.Ii am finding my way back to

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It has been a long time since last I participated in Tablescape Thursday. It excites me that I have the opportunity to do so today. We are sharing a Pirate Thememy son's 4th birthday to be exact The place settings are decked out with gold chargers covered in jewels.Place cards and all the "effects" of a pirate Treasure Chest cupcakes are bursting with Pirate loot No Pirate party is complete

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Be sure you start sending your recipes in! We will have our fans vote on their fave. See our Facebook Page for all the photos and recipe vote tallies!Thoughts of a Bama Belle If you tweet, or link to us OR you are a fan of ours on Facebook you will earn an additional 10 votes. Do all three and you get an additional 30 votes!!! The prize has not been revealed yet, BUT you do NOT want to miss out

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 Welcome to Foodie Friday We are of course celebrating The Kentucky Derby!So put on your best hat, polish the julep cups, and pick your favorite horse we are making  Kentucky Derby Tartlets! Semi sweet morsels1 beaten egg3/4 cup of brown sugar1 TBL butter1/4 cup bourbon ( I recommend using only about an 1/8)1 cup chopped pecansmini pie shells Mix all ingredients except the morsels in a bowl. In

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I am beyond excited about the fact that I am once again in a place to come back to blogland. How i have missed all of you so. your emails and friend requests on facebook have been so endearing and I adore each and every one of you. It is because of you, that I am once again at home in the blog plantation. So let's get started!I thought nothing was as wonderful as coming home as coming home to

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As the year draws to a close and we move into a new decade, there has been a move in our home as well. My little girl spent last night packing. She carefully boxed up all the small traces of the little princess that once resided in her room. Gone are the ribbons that gracefully hung from the ringlets of the little girl that once twirled across the hardwood floor. Small piles of scarves and

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(Picture taken at Bellingrath Gardens the Magic of Christmas Tour)Highly recommended by the Blog Plantation! Things are quite hectic around the blog plantation as I am certain they are at all of your homes as well. I am making the resolution to blog on a regular basis after the first of the year. I hope  all of you will bare with me until then. Much love to all! Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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A precious friend of mine turned me onto this clothing line several months ago and I am TOTALLY addicted! The ultimate clothing for those who enjoy the "preppy" style.Vineyard Vines has quickly become the clothing we live in!Be sure to check them out!I just know you are going to think they are precious! Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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BOO! Happy Halloween!This edition of Foodie Friday(hosted by Gollum) will include some of my favorite foods we have made for Halloween over the years.It will also include the most requested "witch puddles" or "melted witches"So let's start there! Careful the goblins are out tonight! These puddles are easily made with your favorite foods!1 bag chocolate chips1 bag white chocolate chipsbag of

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It is Foodie Friday!Unfortunately with so much going on it will be a quick one!I have to get in there and bake cookies for the fire department field trip in the morning!   Mimosa Cupcake Recipe •3 cups cake flour •1/2 tsp salt •1 tsp baking powder •1/2 tsp baking soda •1 cup (2 sticks) butter •1 cup sugar •1/2 cup + 2 tbsp frozen orange concentrate •3 eggs •3/4 cup plain yogurt Preheat your

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You don't have to be around here very long to know that we are Saints fans. We were supposed to attend the game on Oct 3 but due to some conflicts we have had to reschedule. HOWEVER, the sweet folks over at the Saints organization shipped the children their Saints kids membership packets. I knew they were a classy group! The children were super excited and truly racked up!Backpacks, stickers,

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If you are like me you grew up with a Mother that was always eager to get the latest publication of Southern Living. Yes, it was truly a staple in every southern woman's home. As a southern woman with my own home to run, I too have always enjoyed Southern Living. However I have discovered a new passion. One that will in fact make you retire that subscription. Garden and GunIt is indeed the

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Football speaks to my very soul. I was raised on it. As were most of us here in the south. When I wasn't on the Dallas Cowboy sidelines cheering for my Daddy, I was cheering for the Saints on TV. Years later I was in the stands cheering on my little brother. As I watch this video, my heart is stirred and tears stream down my face. I look forward to watching my own son strap on the pads and take

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One of the most beloved of restaurants in Birmingham, AL closed it's doors several years ago Baby Doe's One of our favorite dishes was their FAMOUS BEER CHEESE SOUP!The recipe was very secret. Many, many years later my  Mother has agreed to allow me to share. 6 cups milk2 (12 ounce) cans of beer, divided2 (16 ounce) jars plus 1 (8 ounce) jar of cheese whiz1 (10 3/4 ounce) can of chicken broth,

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I know that I am not blogging as normal, life for me has not returned to normal.Think it might be time to redefine normal?  Anyway, I so appreciate all of you reading and checking in on me. I promise I will be back on a normal blogging schedule soon.I appreciate all the prayers for my grandmother. We are prayerful for the best, and God's will.Cancer is certainly a terrible thing in itself, add

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WOW I am so excited to share with you the pictures this week! We celebrated the 3rd birthday of the Prince. It was Golf themed and here it is The cake The cupcakes Traditional Arnold Palmer Iced TeaAll the foodTraditional food from the Master's calls for chicken fingers Hand painted cups for the children More party details to come. Hope you enjoyed Foodie Friday this week!Be sure to stop by

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The Prince is celebrating his Birthday today as we speak!(He actually turns 3 tomorrow) We are having his party right now Here was how the invite read Birdie, Bogey, Hole in one...It is our little Pro's birthday,so please "swing " by for the fun! Saturday June 19, 2010 *Can't Par-Tee? at 2:00 PM Contact his caddyxxx-xxxx I will have pictures after the party! Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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As part of the birthday celebration for the Prince, we are going to see Toy Story 3! It opens in theaters today.I just adore going to the picture show!He is so excited as well! For breakfast before we goTo take to the picture showto eat his popcorn out ofTo occupy him at homeA Toy Story slip and slide! His party will be on Saturday.It is a golf theme.Cannot wait  to share it with all of you!

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I am still somewhat on auto pilot. I hope to spend some time over the next week reading blogs and catching up! It is the Prince's third birthday this weekend so, you can imagine the chaos added there! So here is a quick Foodie Friday! This is a cake I baked for my Mother and her sweet friends.They had a girl's weekend at the beach! I used organic sugar around it as sand It is kind of like a

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Well, it seems as though I have FINALLY found my way out of most of the boxes! To celebrate that I am going to share with all of you pictures of our new home. Here the Princess and Prince are having homemade butterfinger ice creamon the front porch  There are several exciting things coming up on the blog and I hope that all of you precious readers have not given up on me. So here are a few to

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DEAR SWEET FRIENDS, I will be back very soon. Please do not give up on me. Several things have had my attention the past two weeks, but blogging will be back full time VERY soon. I have much to share and MANY, MANY pictures! These are exciting times! God is so good. Love to all, Jess

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Well, Y'all I had to go and injure myself and delay our drawing. But CONGRATS are finally in order for Karen @ Ladybug Creek! Y'all please forgive me for the unforseen setback. We are going to have another giveaway VERY soon, so stay tuned. Alright, time for Night Y'all  and a cup of tea! Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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This week we are making Lettuce Wraps About three years ago, I finally got my college friend Shana to eat with me at a "Chinese" place. It was P F Chang's and she was expecting, but hey after trying for 12 years it was a start. She fell in love with the lettuce wraps. Of course that is one of the top sellers! I vividly remember her calling her husband and saying, "I found chinese food I like"

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Well, we had another VERY productive day at the house. The children's rooms are now functioning, the living room, the kitchen, the children's bath. The wet bar is not finished and the dining room isn't complete either. The master suite will most likely be the last of ALL the projects. The house is coming together and I am VERY excited about the colors we used and the fabrics. Remember, once

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OK FANS.. here is the prize... a body buddy: which can be warmed for heat therapy or frozen for cold compress. It is filled with cherry pits, so you can imagine how luxurious these are. The heat and cold are so much more soothing than any other compress! You are going to love this.(pattern to be chosen by sponsor)sponsored by Fresh Eye ALSO some wonderful AVON products sponsored by Misty Ehart

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Welcome to Foodie Friday!For supper tonight, we had West Indies Salad, smoked tuna dip, baked striped pang with bernaise sauce and asparagus It was delicious. So I thought I would share a WONDERFULWest Indies Salad recipe(ONE OF MY FAVORITE DISHES EVER) Ingredients 1 pound lump crabmeat, picked 1 medium-size sweet onion, diced 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup cider vinegar 4 oz of ice water  salt

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Things are still crazy busy here. We have been painting and renovating. I cannot wait to show y'all the finished product. Shouldn't be long now! We are watching the oil leak carefully. So far so good. Keeping prayer in our heart and joy in our step! Here are some pics for outdoor Wednesday! This is the view from The Princess's room She has a wonderful view of the lake to wake up to each day The

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As you know, my family JUST moved down to the Gulf Coast. The oil is expected to hit our beach late Sunday night/ early Monday morning. You can smell the oil in the air now.  The seas are up to 8 ft and EXTREMELY rough.  I pray that this has a  minimal impact on all of us. Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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Welcome to Foodie Friday!This week we are in my parents Loquat orchard Here is one of the trees There is so much fruit! We are going to need a helperAhh, here he is Now for the Jelly 5 lbs. ripe loquats 1 cup water 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 package pectin 5-1/2 cups sugar Gather loquats when full size, but still hard and only partially turned in color. Wash, remove seeds, and blossom ends. Barely

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We, as did most of you I am sure, had terrible weather this weekend. So my little dragons were somewhat restless. To calm them we went to the picture show. We saw How to Train Your Dragon. Y'all this is the cutest movie! The 3D is unbelievable! Truly you MUST see this one!Here are my little dragons as we watched. 3D glasses on!                                                 The Prince did not

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It is that time again! Foodie Friday!I am so excited to be back up and blogging. This week we are making an asian salad. Mother got this recipe from a dear sweet friend Miss Wanda. You may remember, we have made things from her and her precious husband Capt. Phil before! This yummy Asian slaw is perfect for the summer! Ingredients: 6 cups shredded Cabbage1 bunch of green onions1 chopped sweet

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WOWWhat a week! Whew! Did you miss me? I certainly missed all of you! The move went well, except I learned something about myself... I was not put on this earth to pull Uhaul trailers (or drive huge moving trucks for that matter).NOPE.. NOPE.. NOPE! Seriously, folks you should have seen me. I was hyperventalating, crying, and sick to my tummy. My sweet husband finally had us pulled over took me

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Foodie Friday!We are still in boxes and are now waiting for the truck to arrive Friday afternoon.With the Princess saying good bye to her friends at school, we thought a treat for each of them was in order. This is what we came up with... Rice Krispy Treats that look like ice cream cones! Make your favorite recipe for rice krispy treats scoop into ice cream cones dip into melted chocolate (the

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We are still in the process of moving. Bear with us and we will be back next week!We miss all of you!Thanks for dropping by!!!

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We spent Easter Sunday at Noccalula Falls.It was wonderful. We had our own SONrise service.Then played the entire day in God's glorious handiwork!Check out the pictures.(it was tough to decide which ones to post we took over 200!) You can see all of them here We rode the train, fed the deer, played with tons of bunnies,and some of us suffered injuriesBut it was a glorious day! The Princess

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 We took the children to the Easter Egg Hunt at DeSoto Caverns It is truly magnificantThe light showwill WOWYou!Usually based on the book of Genesis It is a special showing for certain holidays You can take a virtual tour here  A couple of things you might find interesting *This and the deepest parts of the sea are the ONLY two places on earth you can experience TOTAL darkness. In fact they

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Good Friday Our present church homeTrinity United Methodist Church has the most moving service one could ever experience tonight The Service of Darkness with scripture, prayers and liturgy. Special music by the Sanctuary Choir and Trinity Orchestra. THEN The  timpani sounds once for each year of the life of ChristThe lights dim with each strike. The service ends in total silence and darkness

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It is Foodie Friday! How I adore Foodie Friday!Since April 1st isalso April Fool's DayI have been quite the prankster.Told some WHOPPERS!My fave being "hey we are expecting"Seriously thought my husband was going to have another heart attack!Anyway, I have been a busy beeincluding our dinner. See..This is not a cake!It is a meatloaf! Easily done using your favorite meatloaf recipeJust shape into

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The Blog Plantation is moving in REAL LIFEWhere you ask?Here: And here Yes, here too! We are relocating to the Gulf Coast.In about a week.We are so excited!Sorry I missed Outdoor WedTablescape ThursI will TRYfor Foodie FriI will be back full time VERY SOON!Love to you all!Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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I have posted this around Easter since the beginning of the blog.This has lead some very interestingGOOGLEsearchesright here to the Blog Plantation.All I can say is really?Come on!LOLHope you all enjoy! Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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It is Foodie Friday!Thank you so much for joining me.I decided that as we are about to begin Holy Week I would share some Easter ideas.You are actually going to get three today!First, The cupcakes I teased you with earlier These are really quite simple Start with cooled cupcakesIce with green icing(I looked everywhere for my tip to make it look like grass and could not find it!)Place a PEEP

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                                                            It's Tablescape Thursday!This week is a surprise birthday partythat I did for a friend of mineIt was a Mardi Gras Theme  I cut out Fleur De Lys and put everywherewrapped all of the utensils in napkins and tiedwith a ribbon ice buckets for the bread Purple Green and gold  You know I never forget the chandelier Even the punch was

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I am so daydreaming about the Sea and Sun! For more outdoor Wednesdays be sure to stop by and see SusanAt A Southern Daydreamer Thanks for dropping by Y'all

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The Prince recently had a photo shoot with a local photographer.Marcie's  work is truly amazing. She has allowed me to share this proof with all of you.I wish it could be more, but you have to settle for the one. This is the Whispering Woods SessionShe offers so manyher current promotion is theMermaid Lagoon I must tell you, if you have little ones or grandlittle ones, and you live within 6

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 Many thanks go to Pampered by Adriennefor sponsoring this giveaway! PAMPER ME WINNER IS...................................... ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

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The children and I spent the afternoon making these Easter Basket cupcakes. You will get the complete step by step on next week's Foodie FridayI just had to give you a sneak peek!Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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I have been asked so many times for this recipe, that I thought I would share. Perfect during Lent.A southern classic. Shrimp and GritsThis is my mother's recipe She has made this for years and to date, it is the BEST I have ever had! For the Grits:Box of Chicken Broth1 pt heavy whipping cream2 cups yellow grits1/4 tsp garlic powdersalt to taste Bring Chicken broth, garlic powder, and cream to a

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Tablescape Thursday! This week we are getting ready for our Easter Brunch Here is the entire room Don't forget to decorate the chandelier! The table will be full of foodBuffet style I found these adorable Easter basket bowlslast year at the Dollar Tree I adore the Carrot candles I found at World Market A little Heather for Spring All the children love to wear this hat Don't forget our

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This weeks Outdoor Wednesday  The Princess and Sister Sledge ( Leigh's daughter ) took a  trip to Mentone. Leigh took all of the phenomenal picturesand you can see more of her work at Photographic Memories.And see her write up here. And by the way Leigh is having a giveaway!It ends tomorrow so HURRY! much laughter bounced off those MountainsOur tweens look much older than they should! As you can

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WOW today is a busy day! First, I have contributed for the first time to Alabama Bloggers. I am so excited. It is a  SUGAH YOU CAN DO IT!So be sure to check it out.Also Don't forget the give away.Gourmet bath products Go here for more details Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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 We are having a giveaway!     Sponsored by:Pampered by Adrienne Not only is she adorable,but she makes gourmet bath products and candles! I can tell you they are truly luxurious! You can win the basket that will includeone of these Georgia Peach Candles andbath scrub Isn't it gorgeous?So here is how it will work....1. leave a comment on THIS post saying "Pamper me!"2. For an extra 5 chances

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It is time for the Sea and Sun! Wouldn't it be great with one of these? My parents are selling their boat. Check it out!    http://yachtworld.com/emeraldcoast The Miss Deb http://yachtworld.com/emeraldcoast 27075 Marina Road Orange Beach, AL 36561 USA Tel 251-981-9200 Toll Free 888-272-0467 Fax 251-981-9137 Other Destin, FL: 850-654-3800 Email info@

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Double Post! Chicken Pot Pie and  CASSATA ALA SICILIANA (SICILIAN CAKE) This Foodie Friday is a little different. Even those of us that adore cooking sometimes need a night off.So how about one of these? This Chicken Pot Pie is one you can pick up on your way down to the BEACH! Cahall's Deli  in Gulf Shores has the BEST  Chicken Pot Pies EVER! Cahall's Deli Chicken Pot Pie is $14.95 on the

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It is Tablescape Thursday The dining room is all set for your visit I adore these  Fleur de lis place mats  Be sure to stop by and see Susan Between Naps on the Porch for more Tablescape Thursdays Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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Well, we just couldn't have any more rain here.We took the children down to have dinner at The Depot so that we could sit and watch the rising water! Have a look at some of the pictures from this afternoon! WOW! This is normally A waterfall.A fairly large waterfall Here is what it looks like on a normal dayOK back to today This is our amphitheater The police came while we were eating and roped

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My heart is so heavy as I share with all of you the news. Layla Grace  has gone to play with the angels this morning. She is perfectly healed and will hurt no longer.  I praise God for his mercy in easing her pain. I have been changed in ways I cannot describe by this gorgeous creature and her faithful parents.  I wish I could hold her mother and tell her how very sorry I am.Hold your precious

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This weekend we took the children on a pic nic at Aldridge Botanical Gardens. It is a magical place.I wanted to share some of our pictures with you. We took a book to share underneath  a tree(even though as the day wore on, it should have been Alice in Wonderland)    We found the prettiest places to relax   We fed the fish We listened to the waterfalls and babbling brooks  We asked the

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I love to do classic favorites, but with a new look.For the children's afternoon snack yesterday, I made chocolate covered strawberries.Except, I used pretty spring colors.Don't look too closely at the ones in the back.That is where I put the OOPS ones! They were enjoyed!WOW were they extremely sweet and juicy.I highly recommend Strawberries right now! Hope you enjoy.Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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Foodie Friday  Please join Gollum for more Foodie Fridays!!!This week I am showcasing a crown roast and a grasshopper pie. Let me recommend asking the butcher for the WHITE "hats"otherwise you might get the color ones.   Have your butcher prepare a crown roast. Put on rack in roasting pan and season with salt, pepper to taste and rosemary or any seasoning of your choice. This really is a dish

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WOW A double post! I hope you enjoy yourselves today.Be sure to stop by Between naps on the Porchfor more tablescapes  This week we are having a crawfish boil! I want to show that you can have a beautiful setting for any eventincluding something very casual  I used gingham toppers, large white platters for food, and metal buckets for bread.  I also want to show how you can use a bar in your

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Please be sure to visit Susan at Southern Daydreamer  for more outdoor Wednesdays! For this week I am posting about our four legged member of our family.Lord Huckleberry We had quite a scare with him and thought we might lose him. BUT he is making a full recovery. He loves to bask in the warmth of the sun Please pray for his continued recovery. Thanks for dropping by Y'all Huckleberry says

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This weekend I had the opportunity to attend an exclusive bloggers event.  12 other bloggers and myself were invited to Cahaba Clayworks. We made our own pottery under the instruction of world renowned potter  Tena Payne  ( follow her on Twitter)  Her pottery Earthborn Pottery can be found in restaurants at The Bellagio, The Beau Rivage, and many others. Her pottery speaks to your primal soul

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 Today( Saturday) is the online vigil for Layla Grace. She is a beautiful 2 year old fighting neuroblastoma.  According to the doctors, she is in her last days. Pray for her.Pray for her family.Join her fight!  Layla Grace  Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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If you do not have one of theseplease excuse the cooking spray on it already Then you can't make these   Here is the step by step:FIRST bake your brownies in the pan Then after they are cooled:  Dip completely in the first color   half way into the next color   Slightly into the third color   wrap with a bow   The Princess made thesedipped into sanding sugar and jelly beans added to looklike a

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 Caramel Apple Empanadas Ingredients 1 (12 ounce) package  frozen harvest apples 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice (I use apple pie spice) 3 1/2 cups baking mix 1 cup whipping cream 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted Directions Thaw apples in microwave at half power 6 to 7 minutes; let

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  Host Committee  WOWWhat an event! I cannot thank everyone enough for coming out. Here it is in pictures(taken by Leigh Bratina of Photographic memories) Shrimp and Grits Gazpacho soup  My girls! Everyone's favorite weather man  The Princess and I withCam Ward Much Thanks to the Mayor for coming to our event!       Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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 Well, this might be a blogging first. Well, it is for me. As most of you know I adore entertaining. Tonight's event I had the opportunity to plan and execute with four great friends!  THREE of which are bloggers you may know from here at the plantation.Leigh of Tales From Blioggeritaville , Hewy of No Sleep in Helena, and Laura Beth of Ruminations of a Working Mom. We also have another precious

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     Have you ever had a Pimm's Cup? Let me just tell you they are wonderfulThis is a Napoleon House  (located in New Orleans, LA) signature cocktail.However, A "Pimm's Cup" is also the standard cocktail at British and American  polo matches.This is how I came to have my first Pimm's Cup:  At a fabulous July 4th party,  given by friends of my family who are very tied to Britain  and some of

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I received my prize package from Teresa   this weekend and what fun it was!~ take a look at what was inside..... It was such fun to get and I thank you ever so much Teresa for a really fun contest.For thos eo f you that don't know, I was one of the winnersin her "pick the winner of the Superbowl" contest. We mad our picks in EARLY Jan long before the two teams had even been decided. And you know

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Welcome to Foodie Friday! This week we are making Grand Marnier French Toast You will need Strawberry sauce : 1 (16 oz) bag frozen strawberries thawed1/4 cup of sugar2 tablespoons Grand MarnierCombine sugar and liqueur with strawberries in a bowl and set aside for an hour stirring occassionally French toast: 3 eggs1/2 cup milk2 tablespoons of sugar1 tablespoon Grand Marnier6 slices of thick

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It is Tablescape Thursday!This is the table I did over the weekendto celebrate Valentine's Daywith the loves of my life.My family.I hope you enjoy it as well. Table set for brunch Chocolates of the world scattered on the table and in the heart shaped bowl chocolate rose for the Princess at her place setting We had Grand Marnier French Toast(recipe tomorrow for Foodie Friday) and heart

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 We are entering into the most Holy time of the Christian calendar.After receiving communion and the Ashes today,we begin our journey into Lent.We typically try to choose what we are giving up for Lent as a family.Last year it was hamburgers and French Fries.This year we are giving up pizza. So last night we had it one last time until April 4, 2010 At least we still have some King Cake to get us

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Happy Mardi Gras!It is at this time of the year I miss New Orleans the most. Fortunately, we have absolutely PRECIOUS friends, who brought a little of New Orleans to us. Yes, when Laura Beth and her family rolled into town they showered us with gifts. Just look at what all they brought us so that we could celebrate Mardi Gras as if we were home! Randazzo's (the best ever) Cream Cheese filled King

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I think all of you know my Aunt Kay is running for Governor of Alabama. Her commercial is set to air, Here is a sneak peek! I hope you will support her if you reside in the Great and Sovereign State of Alabama! Kay Ivey Video from Kay Ivey on Vimeo. Here is the link to her website Kay Ivey    Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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 Isn't he cute?  Hey Y'all Please help my nephew win this contest!Go to Picture This by Jadeon facebookand become a fanthen type the word vote under his picture!That's it. If he wins his Mommy gets a free session!Thank Y'all!

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 I was so thrilled with the way our Valentines Day Brunch turned out, I had to share.You will get the table on Thursday and the recipeon Friday But here is our Grand Marnier French Toast  And a sneak at the table Happy Valentines Day to all of you! Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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Quick post, I had to share!Are these not the cutest things you have ever seen? I know Vday is tomorrow and THAT is what I actually went to buy. These were so precious that I had to go on and purchase. We start decorating for Easter, Monday anyway. Right? I had the BEST time looking at all of the Easter things and planning for our Easter extravaganza. We are hosting an Easter Brunch, and egg hunt

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Yes, we did!  It started snowing around 10:00 AM and did not stop until well after 5:00 PM.It snowed hard! That is a lot of snow.This was the really cold wet snow. The past few snows we have been able to go out and play with no real issues. Today, it was so brutal we would have to come in, warm up, and change clothes. We would just be soaked through.Most of the flakes were the size of dimes but

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 Please forgive this "called in" Foodie Friday" We are preparing, as are MANY of you, for historic snow falls here. So I have been so busy today making certain everything is ready. I hope you are snug and warm!  We are making Peanut butter syrup to go on those pancakes in the morning! Ingredients1/2 cup pancake syrup1/4 cup creamy peanut butterDirections1Combine both ingredients in a small

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It is Tablescape Thursday. We have a black and Gold theme With Lots of pictures this week!Pecans, slivered almonds, and olives nestled into this trio  Different pictures of the food and serving pieces  No table with a New Orleans Theme would be complete without Hurricanes and Voo Doo Gumbo potato chips from Zapps    monogrammed  hors d'oeuvre plates  yes, we had fleur dis lis brownies

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I WON!! I WON!! Yes, I won one of the prizes over at Teresa's Treasures (AKA Grammy Girlfriend)  She asked us to make our Superbowl winner projections back in early Jan. I of course, chose the SAINTS. All those who chose correctly were put into the drawing. If you got your choice in BEFORE the NFC Championship (like I did) you got 5 extra chances. So the drawing was yesterday and I won one of

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BLESS YOU BOYS! That's right the SAINTS won the Superbowl, We watched every second, all 8 hours of pregame coverage and the post game. We had an amazing feast and great family fellowship! I know that my Granddaddy is celebrating with the angels and Buddy D tonight in heaven. I will post more tomorrow, but for now we are still celebrating, My heart is so full that the tears have been streaming

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This is just a sneak peek. You will see it in all it's glory on Tablescape Thursday. It will be the complete table with food and a few more details not yet shown. Be sure to come by and see it Thursday!Well, I have to get back to cooking and baking! GEAUX SAINTS!

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BLOG FRIENDS I am calling on you for support and prayers. A precious, precious family in our neighborhood lost their beautiful 21 year old daughter this morning. Layla Nicole GhabayenPlease understand this was not morning like 2 AM, this is like 7 AM. If I am not mistaken her grandmother was in the vehicle with her as well. She is stable. The thing is, this has affected my child in a way I

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WOW today's Foodie Friday is jam packed! I will get to Foodie Friday I PROMISE! First, I have to share with all of you something I know you are going to adore AND want for yourself! This vinyl decal can be put on anything and the precious people over at Boutique Me are waiting for you to come and get yours FOR FREE! That is right FREE! You can choose your style, color, and size (up to 5 inches).

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 Well, much to my disgust  Punxsutawney Phildid see his shadow and predicted 6 more weeks of winter.However, the ever so gallant southern gentleman Birmingham Billdid not! Video can be found at AL.com Birmingham Bill's prediction I am so ready for spring to be here, I am ready for the renewal it holds as well as it's many adventures! Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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 My brother and his wife live in North Carolina. They have had some unfriendly weather there and the local newspaper wrote an article about what folks were buying for supplies. This is my sister in law buying their "essentials" Read the article  at The new essentials: bread, milk, and merlot

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I had several of you ask me last week about potato starch found in the recipe for Pasta Cordon Bleu. I wanted to let you know that if you can substitute corn starch. I should have made that clear. Please forgive me. I hope this helps! For the record, you usually can find potato starch among the gluten free items. Thanks for dropping by Y'all!

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We had a great weekend here at the blog plantation! Friday, Lord Breland and I ran some errands and GOT TO SEE THIS!! at Bromberg's Yes friends, that is THE trophy. The National Championship trophy won by our Crimson Tide. The official trophy is actually sitting on top of the University's pedestal. The crystal elephants are beautiful aren't they? All the championships are engraved on the

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Be sure to stop by and see Gollum for more Foodie Fridays! This week we are making Jambalaya!My New Orleans Blood is stirringwhat with my SAINTS winning and headed to the Super Bowl!Oh, how excited my Granddaddy would be.He was a fan when it was paper bags and the 'aints! My GiGi must be over the moon as well.ANYWAY! On to the JambalayaThis is a semi-homemade, fool proof version! Shopping List:3

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Foodie Friday my other favorite blogging day! Be sure to stop by and see Gollum for more FF! Well, as promised, here is the recipe for the Jezebel Sauce This is truly an old south recipe! 1 Jar pineapple preserves 1 jar apple jelly 1 bottlw fresh horseradish 1 jar coleman's mustard or dry mustard* (to your taste) (*1/2 container of the 2 oz size is perfectly spicy and wonderful) salt and

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It is time for Tablescape Thursday. Be sure to stop byand see more atBetween naps on the Porch!I adore this day!I promised you last week that I would share pictures from the party. I love to tie ribbons around my stemware, it just dresses it up to me.  This was a casual affair so I set up on the kitchen bar Hors d'œuvre plates Some of the food,we will share the recipe tomorrow  

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Super quick post just to share something fabulous with all of you.  Sorry no pictures, we are crazy busy. Since I already had a Foodie Friday post for this week, I wanted to go on and share this now. My family loved it! Pasta Cordon Bleu 1/2-16 oz box pasta 1 bunch scallions 2 tablespoons butter 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt Pepper

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We recently went to dinner with our precious friends Salah and Michelle, to celebrate Salah's birthday.  It was wonderful. We went to Brio Tuscan Grille which is a favorite among this group. Joe and Salah are crazy for lamb so they got the lamb chops Michelle and I got the crab cakes which let me just tell you melt in your mouth! I don't remember who got this, but it was too

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The weather is so beautiful today, now that the rain moved out,  I have to get the children out of the house. So how about a pic nic? I opted to use my blue and white basket so I am using these napkins When I use my red and white basket I use these Now for some of the goodies These are perfect for the pic nic basket Fruit and vegetables go down easily in such a fun pack These are

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We had so much fun attending the Alabama vs Mississippi State Hockey game! BAMA HOCKEY WEB SITE  We adore going to these games and have been for over three years. They started in 2007. Hard work has paid off for them and earned Alabama the privilege of hosting the first ever SEC hockey championship!  If you have never been, I highly encourage you to do so. It is an amazing experience and

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Mitzi!! Congratutaltions please email me your contact information so we can get it to Cathy!

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It is Foodie Friday! Be sure to stop by Gollum's  and see the wonderful dishes everyone is cooking up! We are making a cake that is sure to please during the cold winter! It is very easy. Apple Cider Cake This is super easy!  You get a yellow cake mix. Follow the directions for baking.  BUT you add two packages of apple cider mix. Then bake as normal. After you take it from the oven

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