Thankful Thursday: Figs

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, June 13, 2024

I am thankful to see small green figs on our Fig Trees. It will take about a month for them to get ripe, and then, pick and eat fresh from the tree!

Have a blessed day!

I am linking in today with Thankful Thursday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"Know ye that the Lord he is God; it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful unto Him and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His truth endures to all generations" Psalm 100:3-5

Thankful Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 18, 2024

I am thankful that my pantry shelves were full - no need to rush to the grocery store before the winter storm.
I am thankful we had more propane added to our tank last week - no worry about not being warm enough.
I am thankful that the electric power stayed on - the snow and sleet did not cause trees to fall on the lines.
I am thankful that I have 10 books checked out from the library, and thankful for the extra time to read!

Have a blessed day!

I am joining in today with Thankful Thursday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Purple-Hull Peas

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 12, 2023

I am thankful that it is Summer and the farmer's markets have lots of fresh vegetables for sale. And I am thankful for the Purple-Hull Peas I bought at our local farmer's market yesterday!
Purple-Hull Peas are a variety of Black-Eyed Peas.

Have a blessed day!

I am linking in today with Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Thankful Thursday: Butterbeans, October 6, 2022

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 6, 2022

I am especially thankful today for roadside produce stands. Look what I found this morning - large, speckled butterbeans! Aren't they beautiful? And they will be delicious when we eat them for supper tonight.

Have a blessed day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Figs in the Early Morning Light, July 5, 2022

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Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 5, 2022

If we can keep the Raccoons away from them, we will have figs to eat when they get ripe later this month!

Have a wonderful day!

I am linking in today with My Corner of the World

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"Know ye that the Lord he is God; it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful unto Him and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His truth endures to all generations" Psalm 100:3-5

"Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you" 1 Peter 5:7

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Signs at the Grocery Store, November 17, 2021

Signs2, Thankful Thursday, and My Corner of the World

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, November 16, 2021

I found some colorful signs at the grocery store on Tuesday!

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Though there may be shortages of some items, I am thankful we still have plenty of choices! And perhaps substituting one item for another may lead us to discover a new favorite.

I hope you are having a good week!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your Heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much better than they? Matthew 6:26

"Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you" 1 Peter 5:7

Happy Birthday! October 21, 2021

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, October 15, 2021

I am thankful to have another birthday! And I am thankful for my dear sweet husband who took me to Red Lobster Restaurant to celebrate! I had grilled Trout, a baked Potato, steamed Broccoli, and three Cheddar Bay Biscuits. It was delicious, and I ate so much I had to wait until the next day to have birthday cake and ice cream!

Have a blessed day!

I am linking in today with Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

NOTE: Please do not use my photos without my permission.

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your Heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much better than they? Matthew 6:26

"Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you" 1 Peter 5:7

Friday's Fave Five, October 1, 2021

1. October

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 1, 2021

October is my favorite month of the year! The Summer's heat is gone, and Winter is not here yet. 

I especially like this calendar from Blue Letter Bible. Each month has a nice photo, a Bible Verse, and at the bottom of the page, a brief devotional on the scripture.

"For the Word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart." Hebrews 4:12

2. Book Club

Our book club selection for October is 'Heart and Soul' by Maeve Binchy. Last month we read 'At Home in Mitford' by Jan Karon.

3. Senior Citizen's Bingo

I'm a winner! About a dozen of us older folks get together once or twice a month to play Bingo just for fun and fellowship. We moved the tables farther apart, and we all wear masks. There is no charge to play, but those who want to can donate small prizes. On Wednesday I won a box of cheese crackers! They are very thin and crispy - a tasty snack.

4. Fresh Fruit

They say "An apple a day keeps the doctor away!" but I prefer oranges.

5. Living with Diabetes

I am especially thankful for food made especially to help us diabetics control our blood sugar! I pour chocolate Boost on my morning cereal instead of milk.

Have a blessed day and a wonderful weekend!

I am linking in today with Friday's Fave Five

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

Harvest Monday: Figs, August 9, 2021

Harvest Monday and Our World Tuesday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, August 8, 2021

Our figs are getting ripe!

Something, probably a rabbit, has been eating those close to the ground. Or it might have been our dog!

We pick only as much as we can eat in a couple of days because figs are fragile and do not keep well. They can be cooked and made into fig preserves, but we prefer to eat them fresh.

I hope you have a great week!

I am linking in today with Harvest Monday and, on Tuesday, with Our World Tuesday

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Strawberries, May 17, 2021

Harvest Monday and Our World Tuesday

First Strawberries of the year!

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, May 17, 2021

I do not have a lot of strawberry plants, but if I can get a handful of berries to add to my breakfast cereal each morning, I am happy!

I hope you have a wonderful week!

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Willy Nilly Friday, October 23, 2020

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Sky Watch Friday, Signs 2,
and on Saturday, Saturday's Critters, and I'd Rather B Birdin'

1. Soybean Harvest (Sky Watch Friday)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 22, 2020

With sunny to partly cloudy skies this week, the farmers have been busy harvesting their soybeans.

2. Masks (Signs 2)

Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, October 20, 2020

This week's signs are brought to you by the National Park Service.

3. Good Food!

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 16, 2020

A Frost Advisory was posted last Friday, so I picked the rest of my peppers. They are mild; good in salads!

4. Saturday's Critters

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 11, 2020

a Devil's Walking Stick

5. Hawk (I'd Rather B Birdin')

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 19, 2020

I am not sure which hawk this is. Any help is appreciated!

Have a blessed day!

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Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day, October 2020

The northeast corner of Mississippi, USA zone 7b

There are still a few blooms on the Turk's Cap, aka Sleeping Hibiscus

'Iceberg' Rose

These Asters were a gift from a friend last year.

The Phlox are almost finished. But they will be blooming again next Summer.

My Butterfly Bush is still blooming.

My Encore Azalea 'Autumn Royalty' is the prettiest I have ever seen it! Eight years ago it was a nice little potted plant. Now it is taller than I am.

Unless we have an early frost, the buds on my 'Confederate Rose' Hibiscus will have time to open.

The peppers are still blooming in the vegetable garden.

They produce small mild peppers, similar in taste to bell peppers. They are sweetest if left on the plants to ripen to a deep orange color, but I usually pick a variety of colors.

Happy Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day!

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Peppers, September 29, 2020

Harvest Monday, Our World Tuesday, and All Seasons

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, September 29, 2020

First I need to say I do not know the name of these peppers. A friend, who did not know what they were, gave the plants to me at the end of May. They bloomed very well, but were slow to develop peppers. It was only a couple of weeks ago that we began to get a harvest.

They are mild like a bell pepper. These will go into the large green salad we are having for lunch today.

Hope you have a wonderful week!

I am linking in today with Harvest Monday, Our World Tuesday, and All Seasons

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Willy Nilly Friday, July 17, 2020

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Thankful Thursday, Sky Watch Friday,
and on Saturday, Saturday's Critters, and I'd Rather B Birdin'

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1. Hot and Humid (Sky Watch Friday)

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, July 17, 2020

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2. Garden Update (Thankful Thursday)

'Burpless Beauty' cucumber, Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 15, 2020

I am thankful for home-grown cucumbers, and...

... an easy refrigerator pickle recipe!

Sweet Refrigerator Pickles

5 cups thin-sliced cucumbers
2 cups thin-sliced onion (I use Sweet Vidalia Onions)
1  and 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 and 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon mustard seed

Mix cucumbers and onions together in a large glass bowl. Mix vinegar, sugar, salt and the spices together in a pan and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Pour hot liquid over cucumbers and onions. I put a small plate on top and press down so the cucumber/onion mixture is submerged. Allow to cool slightly, and then spoon into jars (use a wide-mouth funnel). Cover with tight fitting lids. Allow to cool a bit more, then put in refrigerator. Wait 3 days for the flavors to mix well before tasting them. Keep refrigerated; makes 3 pints.

Thanks to Taste of Home for the recipe!
Taste of Home website

3. The Most Interesting Thing I have Seen This Week

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 15, 2020

The highway department is using this excavator with a brush-cutter attachment to cut small trees and shrubs that are too close to the road.

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4. Insects (Saturday's Critters)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 15, 2020

Cicada

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 13, 2020

Dragonfly

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 16, 2020

Ailanthus Webworm Moth, Atteva aurea

5. Need some help from my bird-watching friends (I'd Rather B Birdin')

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 16, 2020 (Click on the photo to see it at its best)

I would think that this is a juvenile Eastern Bluebird, but I have not seen any adults here at my house.  Can anyone give me a positive ID?

Have a wonderful weekend!

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Harvest Monday, July 13, 2020

Harvest Monday, All Seasons, and Our World Tuesday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, July 11, 2020

It is Tomato Sandwich Season again! My 'Better Boy' tomatoes are beginning to ripen. An excellent slicing tomato, the 'Better Boy' is one of the most popular tomato varieties grown here in the United States.

I hope you have a great week!

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Thankful Thursday, July 9, 2020

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 9, 2020

I am thankful that our community center has re-opened, and our Senior Citizens Bingo Group was able to meet on Wednesday! We all wore masks and moved the tables farther apart so we did not sit too close together. And I won a game, receiving peanut butter snacks as my prize!

Have a blessed day!

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Thankful Thursday, July 2, 2020

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, June 30, 2020

I am thankful for fresh blueberries! We went to my husband's cousin's house Saturday to help her pick her blueberries. They are delicious on cereal, and...

... I made a blueberry tart. One pie crust, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, dash of nutmeg, 3 cups of blueberries. Mix dry ingredients together, stir in blueberries. Pour into pie crust, fold edges up around fruit mixture. Sprinkle a teaspoon of sugar on crust (optional). Bake at 350 F for 30 minutes. Enjoy!

I packed the rest of the blueberries in my freezer, three cups to a bag, for future blueberry tarts!

Have a blessed day!

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Thankful Thursday, June 18, 2020

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, June 5, 2020

I am thankful for homemade Cappuccino Mix!

I have had this recipe for years, and do not remember where I found it. But I have seen similar recipes on the Internet that use more instant coffee granules (3/4 cup instead of 2/3 cup), so if you want a stronger coffee flavor use the larger amount.

Cappuccino Mix
1 cup powdered non-dairy coffee creamer
1 cup instant hot cocoa mix
2/3 cup instant coffee granules
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Mix all ingredients together. Makes one and a half pints. Store in an airtight container. Use 3 or 4 spoonsful (or more) per coffee cup of hot water. Number of servings will depend on the size of your coffee cup!

Have a blessed day!

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