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I am happily married with two wonderful grandchildren. I grew up in rural upper east Tennessee. I first became interested in writing at a young age and have had several articles published.

I have a wide array of interests and always enjoy the challenge

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Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Cooking for two: 1 of 27
Cooking for two does not have to be the daunting task many believe it to be. I always enjoyed cooking, but it was not until I had an empty nest that I really came into my own as an excellent cook. I love cooking more now than ever!With a little advance planning, some creativity, and a well armed spice cabinet, cooking for two... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Meats Best way to roast a chicken: 1 of 27
A scrumptious roasted chicken and vegetables has been a family favorite in many households for decades. At one time most women did not work outside the home and a large majority of their husbands were home on weekends. Roasted chicken became a traditional Sunday evening meal in many of these homes, particularly in the souther... More..
Food & Drink > Pasta, Grain & Rice Recipes Recipes: Homemade mac and cheese: 1 of 26
Homemade mac and cheese is far superior in taste and nutrition than the bland tasting boxed dinner variety. The taste of the cheese is prominent and each mouthful presents a rich, velvety texture on the palate. Homemade mac and cheese does not take much more time to make than the pre-packaged variety and is much healthier for... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) Getting started with genealogy (family history): 1 of 24
I began tracing the family genealogy thirteen years ago and have successfully traced my surname line back to France in the year 1307, my paternal grandmother's line back five generations, my mother's maiden surname line back to the 1600's and her mother's line back also back to the early 1600's. My interest began when I made ... More..
Food & Drink > Fruit & Vegetable Recipes Recipes: Green bean casserole: 1 of 24
Green bean casserole hit the scene at family holiday dinners before I was born. Having grown up with a mother who adhered to her basic tried and true family recipes for the holidays, I was slow to jump on the green bean casserole bandwagon.It was not until I was grown and invited to office parties outside the workplace that I... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Should landlords be penalized for renting to illegal immigrants?: 1 of 23
If a person aids an American citizen in committing a robbery, murder, or any other illegal act, that American citizen faces criminal charges and a jail sentence. If a person aids an American citizen in avoiding capture by law enforcement when they have committed a crime they are guilty of harboring a fugitive from justice and... More..
Food & Drink > Cookware & Cutlery Product reviews: The Magic Bullet: 1 of 21
Over the years I have bought numerous kitchen gadgets and equipment, so much so that when my husband and I moved into this house four years ago I had enough to fully supply two kitchens. I have to say that of all the kitchen equipment I have bought through the years my recent purchase of a Magic Bullet has been one of the bes... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Chocolate cherry cake: 1 of 19
I was first introduced to chocolate cherry cake by a friend I worked with over twenty five years ago. She brought the sinfully delicious dessert to an office party and, being the chocolate addict I am, I thought it was the best dessert at the party. I just had to ask her for the recipe the moment I tasted the first bite.I was... More..
Health & Fitness > Aging & Longevity Should elderly patients be cared for by family members or by health care professionals?: 3 of 56
Having worked as a Business Office Manager in a nursing home and therefore having firsthand knowledge of the patients and their caregivers I would emphatically state that the elderly should be cared for by their family until there is absolutely no other choice. I sincerely hope that I never have to put a family member in a nu... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Celebrity gossip: Paris Hilton & Britney Spears: 1 of 18
I am so sick of Paris Hilton and Britney Spears both I cringe when I hear their names spoken. Evidently Lindsay Lohan is trying to compete with those two now. It seems every other month one of these celebrities has pulled another atrocious stunt to gain publicity, either through thinking they are above the laws that pertain t... More..