Thanksgiving's past

Thanksgiving was a quiet occasion this year. Garrett, my Mom, Trent and I shared the traditional turkey and dressing, etc. Brett had to work wrestling practice in Frisco so the quick turn-around, price of gas, and their state of exhaustion played into the decision to stay home for their holiday. Hey, I added one new salad this year and I'm thinking it will be served often at this house. I'm including the recipe and I think you should give it a try.
Bluegrass Salad
Combine 1/2 cup of veg. oil, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of basalmic vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Whisk together and chill for 1 hour.

3/4 cup of chopped walnuts with 1 tablespoon of butter. Place in microwave 1 minute. Take walnuts out with slotted spoon and let cool.

2 heads Romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped
2 pears, chopped
1 cup asparagus tips (can substitute with broccoli florets or snow peas)
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Toss all ingredients and drizzle with the dressing.
Tasty, tasty, tasty! Yield 8 servings.

Memaw again

Yes, I'm going to be a new Memaw again. Brett and Kristy should be bringing home a brother or sister for Landry in early July. I'm very excited! Kristy goes to the doctor on Tuesday. It is very early in the pregnancy so breathe easier as each day goes by.

It's been a long time

It has been a long time since the last post. It's not been because I haven't thought about it and not that I haven't been reading, perhaps, your blog postings.

My husband has been really been having tough times. He has been having more agitation, less interaction. He's seen his doctors and we've had some medication changes and practical suggestions. Our primary physician gave us some information about tumeric-curcumin and so I've ordered it to give to Trent and take myself. It was interesting that Dr. Oz on Oprah had just discussed the same study and information. It can't hurt and I'll take all offers for hope.

I've had some wonderful painting opportunities. I painted with Bobbie Takashima in October and this past weekend with Rosemary West. Chris S. from Kerrville made it up for the weekend to paint. We had the best time, painted like crazy for 3 days and into the nights. I hated to see her go. Painting and time with good friends are times I truly cherish for the regeneration they provide.

Tomorrow Garrett will be joining the group of homeowner. As soon as he's the official owner, I'll try to post some of the pictures of the house. It is a great little house, good bones, but could stand some changes. First thing out is wall color and carpet(red carpet). It will be gone soon!