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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.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 4462 )
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Merry, Merry and Happy Happy!
May this day be full of beauty, peace. and new beginnings! Read more
Posted on 25 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Ice Patterns
Posted on 24 December 2024
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The Traditional Tree
The cranberry/popcorn string, the candy canes, the icicles, the red bows and glass balls. . .The angel I made from a kit some forty years ago. . . Read more
Posted on 22 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Winter Solstice Blessings to You
Posted on 21 December 2024
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Getting Closer
Posted on 20 December 2024
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A Discerning Admirer
Oh, look, it's another of those divorced/widowed lonely generals trolling Facebook for companionship . . .Vicki Lane Hello there, beautiful This is Michael. Read more
Posted on 19 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Looking East
Posted on 18 December 2024
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Progress!
Work has begun on removing the mess clinging to the supports of the Barnard Bridge. There were two track hoes in the water a few days ago and there's notable... Read more
Posted on 17 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Anticipation
We always look forward to the gift of amarylli from Claui's folks. They bring them at Thanksgiving so we can enjoy watching the fat brown bulbs send up... Read more
Posted on 15 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Bit by Slow Bit
The Christmas decorations are going up slowly--today the lights are in place . . .Next on the list is the tree--when John can go get one. Read more
Posted on 14 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Ha'r Or Harrow
'veMany years ago, I volunteered at the local high school to help with some kids who were reading well below grade level. One young man, I learned, raised a cro... Read more
Posted on 13 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Comfort Reading
Ah, Agatha . . .it's been a long and enjoyable relationship, but this particular book is headed for recycling--as soon as I finish it. Read more
Posted on 12 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Looking East
Posted on 11 December 2024
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Glimmer Tree
I stepped out on the porch just as the sun broke through the clouds, setting alight the millions of raindrops clinging to the river birch in the front yard.It... Read more
Posted on 10 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Christmas Card Production Line
It might seem tedious to some--there are forty to do- but as I work, I keep finding different ways of doing things and small improvements to add or to speed up... Read more
Posted on 09 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
The Christmas Quilts
The red, white and green one was made by my great-grandmother, Alice Morris Wright, in Troy, Alabama. It's not dated and my grandmother, who gave it to me,... Read more
Posted on 08 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Breathe
Posted on 07 December 2024
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A Southern Take on Caldo Gallego.
The classic Spanish version calls for turnip greens and Spanish chorizo (not at all like Mexican.) In the past I have used kielbasa but what I had on hand was... Read more
Posted on 06 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
A Busy Snow Day--With Some Boring Bits
No school because of snow again! Yesterday my mom and dad both stayed home and I got to play with my sled. Today they went to work and I went up to stay with... Read more
Posted on 05 December 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Snow Day
Posted on 04 December 2024
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