sandhillsis on March 31st, 2009

We have had to bury some of our favorite people and critters in the past few years. It’s been pretty hard. From the beginning, Ben and I decided not to shield our kids from the mystery of death. Instead, we have taken them to all the funerals, viewings and so on and let them ask [...]

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sandhillsis on March 30th, 2009

If you’re looking for a inexpensive light meal that’s perfect for spring, by-golly I think you’ve found it.
This is one of our family favorites brought to us by MiMi, Ben’s mom with a Sandhill Sis twist. Here’s what you need.
 
1 Can Salmon (Leftover Poached or Grilled Salmon works too.)
Handful Saltine Cracker Crumbs
1 egg
Old Bay Seasoning
Parsley (I used [...]

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sandhillsis on March 29th, 2009

The calendar says spring.

But, I just helped my little felon build this snowman.

We got four to six inches of snow…and this came in the mail. 

 It’s my blueberry bush, tater, onion, and garlic sets that have been MIA.

The plan was to plant these on St. Patty’s day. Instead, they showed up for one of the biggest blizzards of the year.

I guess they wanted to [...]

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The next day I went back to the jail to see how Mrs. Jones fared through the night. (If you are wondering who in nine counties is Mrs. Jones, click here to catch up and read her, budget busting, tale of woe.) I found Mrs. Jones making new friends. Turns out when you murder credit cards in cold blood [...]

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