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caretaker

The other day I was chatting it up with my father God. I asked him what was his next project for me. I have learned that if you are not prepared for following through with what task God has planned for you do not offer your services. The task he has for me is oneContinue reading “caretaker”

Pseudo Dementia

Aging sucks. Chuck has been diagnosed with pseudo dementia. Here is the story. It was Christmas evening 2020. Chuck and one of our sons had been arguing over some issues and the discussion had gotten pretty heated. Chuck had not been his normal self for a few days. Really he had not been his normalContinue reading “Pseudo Dementia”

Broccoli Soup

Early in the fall I put out broccoli and cabbage plants in my flower garden. I looked at it the other day and broccoli is actually growing. Needless to say, I have been inspired by it’s beauty. I opened up my “In the kitchen with Rosie – Oprah’s Favorite Recipes” cookbook written by Rosie Daley.Continue reading “Broccoli Soup”

I am Sad

It was a sad day at the farm today. The little brown calf did not survive the night. His feeding last night was terrible. His gums were pale and his mouth was cold. I tried a last attempt to feed him. I looked out the window throughout the night and noticed he had not moved.Continue reading “I am Sad”

The Coffee is Brewing

Chuck and I have nine children collectively. We are the extreme blended family. Our family consist of Caucasian, native Americans , Asian Americans, African Americans, Jewish Americans, and Hispanic Americans. We have diversified levels of learning as well. We have a few living on the spectrum, some with learning disabilities, some with physical disabilities andContinue reading “The Coffee is Brewing”

HelloWorld

Let me start by saying how amazing it is to see people from all over the world reading about how I spend my day. I absolutely love it. If you ever have any questions about my life feel free to ask. I live for cultural exchanges. Chuck and a I have been host parent forContinue reading “HelloWorld”

Best Brownies Ever

I must say I do believe I have found the best brownie mix ever. When I was a kid I was amazed that brownie mix could be made in bulk. I found a recipe and forever had a jar at my house growing up that contained the necessities for making the food of the gods.Continue reading “Best Brownies Ever”

Surviving Death

One of my favorite things is to watch shows and movies on my iPad before I go to sleep. Last night I started a series on Netflix called “Surviving Death”. The first show in the series was about near death experiences. It was very interesting. It had a few interviews with people who had nearContinue reading “Surviving Death”

Black Bean and Smoked Chicken Soup

Today I opened my cookbook , “In the Kitchen with Rosie – Oprah’s Favorite Recipes” , written by Rosie Daley. I decided to prepare Black Bean and Smoked Chicken Soup. I took Chuck to the store to buy ingredients that I did not have. I had some ingredients but had to purchase quite a bit.Continue reading “Black Bean and Smoked Chicken Soup”

Update on the Calf

The calf has not been taking the noon feeding. I think it has been because it is too full. I have cut back to feeding a full bottle twice a day. I also bought some scours tablets from Tractor Supply and I am putting one in each bottle. The calf is looking stronger and isContinue reading “Update on the Calf”