These Will Make Ya Fat, But You'll Enjoy Every Bit of Em'!

An Old Friend; Dorsey Marshall was the Pastor of a church I once attended. Dorsey is a great speaker, and motivator. His sermons can bring a tear to your eye, or have you rolling on the floor with laughter, but always have everyone in the room reflect on the Gods Love and how important God is in your life.

However, Dorsey has been known to be long winded on occasion, but he would often make it up to those who regularly attended a wonderful treat of an invitation to dinner at his and his lovely family's home.

Not only can Dorsey make you cry during his orations but he is one of the best cooks that I know, and I'm sure his wonderful culinary creations have brought many to tears they are sooo delicious.

He has been making contributions on Facebook and offering a Bi-Weekly Article in his Notes called the 'Success Minute'. These little nuggets of truth and motivation are always a word in time and I enjoy them.
However, when Dorsey posted a pie recipe last week I asked him if he would consider writing his recipes on a regular basis...he never answered, but low and behold the following recipe was up on Facebook this morning.

Thanks Dorsey, I can't wait to try the recipe this Sunday. Billy's sister is coming with her husband and children, this will be a recipe they will all enjoy!
Happy Easter!

DORSEY'S SLIPPERY DUMPLINGS

This is a recipe I have used that was created by my Mother when I was a kid. We had Chicken & Dumplings for every Sunday Dinner. I like to use a fresh "old hen" for the best broth.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 Cups All-purpose Flour
• 2 T. Crisco Shortening
• 1 t. Salt
• 1/2 Cup Hot Tap Water

DIRECTIONS:
1. Blend flour, salt & shortening until the mix looks "mealy"
2. Slowly add water and mix until dough forms a soft ball. (I use a food processor)
3. Empty onto a well-floured board and roll out until about 1/8 inch thick. Sprinkle flour over strips to prevent sticking. Then, cut into 2-inch strips and cut again into 2-inch squares
4. Drop squares into hot boiling broth and cover and cook about 15 minutes on top stove or 30 minutes in 350 degree oven. Broth should make nice smooth gravy. These dumplings are great for chicken, beef and pork chops
5. This recipe will feed about 4 people, unless they are real “dumpling-maniacs” like me. ENJOY!!!!

It Was a Blustery Day in Poohville Today!!

Today was a beautiful day! What a wonderful time we had as a family.

We sat together as a family and shared a meal that I learned every step of from my Grandmother who is now passed.

My Grandaddy ate more than I've seen him eat in a long time. He's 94 and always says he's not hungry, but he ate today.

On the menu was Ham, Home Made Macaroni and Cheese with extra sharp cheddar, Cole Slaw, and Collard Greens that were cooked with some Ham bits, garlic, onions and a bit of red pepper.

Last but not least were the biscuits.

My Aunt, my deceased mothers sister was here too. I love seeing her.

Her mannerisms, some of her voice fluctuations and her beauty remind me of my mom, and I feel I get glimpses of her, here and there.

Funny how it is those bittersweet things, that bring us the most joy, yet make us feel so hopeless and helpless.

On this day of our Risen Lord, I enjoyed and am thankful for spending time with my family who is still here and who isn't.

What does the title have to do with this story? Not much, I thought when I titled it, I would talk about the constant wind and blue skys at my Granddads, but I got led in an other direction.

But it was really windy at Grandaddy's and pretty chilly.

Something Beautiful Emerges

I often ask myself 'How can anyone every question the realness of God'?
Everywhere I look; especially during the spring and the summer, I see his work at every turn! The other day, God was busy on my back porch bringing forth a new butterly from it's pupa.
The chrysalis must have been there for quite some time and I hadn't paid any attention to it. But then the other day when I witnessed the emergence of this beautiful creature, it brightened my day. It gave me assurance, that God was near, and hsi handiwork was so beautiful I found myself smiling outwardly.
It reminded me I need to slow down and look at all of the things that I am surrounded by. Even my old beatup Hoosier Cabinet, on your back porch that's just there.
Check it out you never know what you'll find!