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Vicki Lane Mysteries
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An eclectic mix of photography and thoughts on writing, Appalachia, books, memories, cooking, gardening,country living, pets, and more from the author of the Elizabeth Goodweather Appalachian Mysteries.
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Good Reading from Western North Carolina
It's always nice to make a list of this sort-- especially when there are so many authors I admire--Ron Rash, Annette Saunook Clapsaddle,, and Leah Hampton, to... Read more
Posted on 15 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Decking Those Halls
Cutting evergreens to spread around inside and out. . .And trying to remember what I once knew about making wreaths.I think the kindest adjective for my two... Read more
Posted on 14 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
A Deep Sigh of Relief
I was all set to write about the outrageous attempt perpetrated by Texas and a large number of Republican congresspersons to nullify votes in several state... Read more
Posted on 12 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Writers Write
Last night was the 15th and final meeting of my creative prose writing workshop. Six talented writers and thoughtful givers of critique--and I feel like I got t... Read more
Posted on 11 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Funky Christmas--from the Archives
Posted on 10 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
A Work in Progreaa
Like this amaryllis, my Christmas preparations are underway. Packages mailed, overseas cards ditto, lights strung, Christmas doodads and pictures and quilts in... Read more
Posted on 09 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Josie Makes Pumpkin Bread with a Secret
Look what I made! It is Pumpkin Bread with a Secret.I stirred up the eggs and oil and vanilla and spices and apple sauce.(Meema made the applesauce. She boiled ... Read more
Posted on 08 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Reading to Josie
Some books that have delighted us recently; all are fun to read and look at. Highly recommended for any 3-5 year old's in your life. Read more
Posted on 07 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
The Time is Here
The first snow and the first Christmas cards have arrived and it was time. I spent yesterday stripping off the autumn pillow covers and taking down seasonal... Read more
Posted on 06 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Looking Through Branches
Posted on 05 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
After the Snow
It made me so happy to see this little guy sitting on a bench in downtown Marshall and it made me think of the haiku about a one foot waterfall also being... Read more
Posted on 04 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Josie and Elsa
Do you know who Elsa is? She is in the show "Frozen" and she likes ice and snow. Grumpy brought in a bowl of snow and she jumped in it!Then I did a science... Read more
Posted on 03 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Quest for Corn Pone
My grandmother Ba's corn pone--crunchy outside, gooey inside, a perfect vehicle for butter when hot--is something I've never had anywhere else and have not... Read more
Posted on 02 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
First Snow!
Walk barefoot in the first snow for good health in the year. I do so, cautiously, aware of the irony were I to slip and break something. Read more
Posted on 01 December 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Holiday Gift Suggestions?
from the Department of Shameless Commerce Read more
Posted on 30 November 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Late Thanksgiving
A different sort of Thanksgiving this year--just us and Justin and Claui and Josie, and we postponed till Saturday so the young uns could spend Thursday with... Read more
Posted on 29 November 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
And the Mist Comes Rising in the Morning
Posted on 28 November 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
We Have a Winner!
Karen Larsen's name was drawn from those who left reviews and I'll be sending her the signed print as soon as she gives me her address.Many thanks to all of... Read more
Posted on 27 November 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Josie Gets Ready for Christmas
Meema and I are making Christmas ornaments. There is a tree and two hearts. They are felt, glued on cardboard. Meema did that part. Now it is my job to choose... Read more
Posted on 27 November 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Happy (Safe) Thanksgiving
Posted on 26 November 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY