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The Country Register
Pg. 2
May.-June, 2013
Just A Note...
of Alabama
Dana Wilburn, Publisher
Phone: 301-639-0469 Fax: 301-698-2694
E-mail: dana@CountryRegister.com
6349 Knollwood Ct. • Frederick, MD 21701
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USA
Alabama: Dana Wilburn, 6349 Knollwood Ct., Frederick, MD, 21701, 301-639-0469
••Idaho:
LouAnn
Sharkey,
Missoula,
MT, 84345,
59803, Phoenix,
406-207-2676
Arizona:
Barbara
Stillman2118
and 39th
Lolly St.,
Konecky,
P.O. Box
AZ, 85071, 602-942-8950
••Illinois:
JoAnne
Jim Groos,
P.O.
1439,
St. Charles,
63302, 405-470-2597
800-804-0086
Arkansas:
Lenda& Williams,
P.O.
BoBox
32581,
Oklahoma
City, MO
OK 73123,
• Indiana: Gail & Merle Taylor, P.O. Box 594, New Market, MD, 21774, 888-616-8319
• California and N. Nevada: Betty Fassett, 26941 Cabot Rd., Suite 132, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653, 800-349-1858
• Iowa: Linda Glendy, P.O. Box 6, Tama, IA, 52339, 641-484-6220
Colorado:Kristel
Jan &Lewis,
John Keller,
16755
Brush Loop,
CO, 80831, 719-749-9797
• Kansas:
PO Box
3537,Oak
Lawrence,
KS, Peyton,
66046, 785-865-7222
Connecticut:
Michael
Dempsey,
10213
Brown
Road,
NC 27603,
919-661-1760
••Kentucky:
Carolyn
& Ron
Holmes,
6218Fanny
Melrose
Road
NW,Raleigh,
Huntsville,
AL 35810,
256-859-0108
Delaware:
andpicky
Gail
P.O.Road,
Box
594,
New
Market,
MD,
21774, 888-616-8319
Do Gail
youMerle
have
eaters
at your
house?
Unfortunately,
my son would have
••Maine:
Hageman,
221Taylor,
Winslow
Albion,
ME,
04910,
207-437-2663
•Maryland:
Florida: Dave
& Amy
P.O. P.O.
Boxthan
365,
New
Market,
MD,of
21774,
866-825-9217
•problems
Merle
and Carter,
Gail Taylor,
Box 594,
New
Market,
MD,
21774,
888-616-8319
identifying
more
a handful
fruits
and
vegetables because he
Georgia: Linda Parish,
Box 389,4721
Lexington,
GA,Lake
30648,
678-641-7728
••Massachusetts-RI:
MikeP.O.
Dempsey,
Meadow
Dr, 706-340-1049,
Apex NC 27539,
919-661-1760
be
the
pickiest
eater
alive!
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keep989-793-4211
trying and I should
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Deeand
Sleep,
10563Howell,
Chicken
Creek
Road,
Spearfish,
SD 57783,
•may
Marlene
3790
Manistee,
Saginaw,
MI,
48603-3143,
get
forLynch,
my
valiant
effort.
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daughter,
on
the other
hand, loves
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Linda
and
Brian
P.O.
Box Lolly
302,
St. Clair,
56080,
507-245-3487
•Minnesota:
Idaho (S) WA
& E.credit
OR:Barbara
Stillman
and
Konecky,
O.
Box 84345,
Phoenix,
AZ, 602-942-8950
•anything
JoAnne
&
Jim
Groos,
P.O.
Box
1439,
St.
Charles,
MO
63302,
800-804-0086
•Missouri:
Illinois: Lenda
Williams,
P.O.
Bo
32581,
Oklahoma
City,
OK
73123,
405-470-2597
that comes from the garden. What’s a mom to do? Fortunately, this is a
••Montana:
LouAnn
Sharkey,
39th594,
St., New
Missoula,
MT,MD,
59803,
406-207-2676
Indiana: Gail
& Merle
Taylor,2118
P.O. Box
Market,
21774,
888-616-8319
great
season
for
trying
to
convert
your
pickiest
eater.
Many beautiful fruits and
• Nebraska:
Barbara
Floyd,
P.O.
Box
84345,
Phoenix,
AZ,
85071,
602-942-8950
Iowa: Linda Glendy, P.O. Box 6, Tama, IA, 52339, 641-751-2619
•vegetables
Nevada
(N):
Betty
Fassett,
26941
Cabot
Rd,
Ste
132,
Laguna
Hills,
CA
92653,
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right
now and
if you
can engage800-349-1858
your picky eater in
• Kansas: Cindyare
Baldwin,
988 9th Ave.,
McPherson,
KS 67460,
866-966-9815
• Nevada (S): Glena Dunn, 4568 Carol Circle, Las Vegas, NV, 89120, 702-523-1803
• Kentucky:to
Chris
& Kelley and
Kennedy,
5804 Whiterose
Way,
New
Market,
MDthere
21774 443-243-1118
helping
choose
prepare
them,
you
may
find
• New Hampshire: Kathleen Graham, 330 North Road, Deerfield, NH, 03037, 603-463-3703
Maine: Gail Hageman,
221 Winslow
Rd,
Albion, MElike.
04910, Starfruit
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Merle andthat
Gail Taylor,
Box 594, New
Market, MD, 21774,
888-616-8319
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Maryland:
Dave
Carter,
P.O.
BoxOak
365,Brush
New Market,
MD, 21774,
866-825-9217
•pomegranates
Mexico:
Jan&&Amy
John
Keller,
16755
Loop,
Peyton,
CO,
80831, 719-749-9797
are
fun
to
prepare
and
eat.
Just
trying
Massachusetts-RI:
Michael
Fanny Brown
Road,866-825-9217
Raleigh, NC 27603, 919-661-1760
••New
York: Dave Carter,
P.O.Dempsey,
Box 365, 10213
New Market,
MD, 21774,
something
different
than
the
usual
offerings
may
be
enough
Michigan:
Bill
and
Marlene
Howell,
3790
Manistee,
Saginaw,
MI,
48603-3143,
989-793-4211
• N. Carolina: Kimberly & Jay Haskins, 6611 Plantation Preserve Cir N,
Fort Myers,
FL, 33966, 877-264-9879
•North
Minnesota:
KimLucinda
and
Mickey
Keller,
KiskaHot
St.Springs,
NE,are
Blaine,
763-754-1661
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some.
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markets
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to55449,
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Schuft,
P. O.12835
Box 688,
SD,
57747,
605-745-3227
•Ohio:
Missouri:
Williams,
P.O.37,BoCable,
32581,
Oklahoma
City,
OK 73123,
405-470-2597
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Moore,
P. O.colorful
Box
OH,
43009,
937-652-1157
and
find
vegetables
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alongside
••Oklahoma:
KenSleep,
& Myrna
Robinson,
BoxRoad,
5031,Spearfish,
Kingwood,SDTX,
77339,
Phone/Fax: 281-359-7491
Montana: Dee
10563
ChickenP.O.
Creek
57783,
605-722-7028
like
burgers
and
Roadside
stands
in many
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Barbara
Floyd,
P.O.
Boxchicken.
84345,
Phoenix,
602-942-8950,
888-942-8950
•Oregon:
Nebraska:
Barbara
Stillman
and
Lolly
Konecky,
P. O.AZ,
Box85071,
84345,
Phoenix,
AZ 85071,
602-942-8950
•parts
Pennsylvania:
Amy
Carter, 26941
PO
365,Rd.,
NewSuite
Market,
21774,
866-825-9217
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great
for
finding
fresh,
local
as well. Like me,
Nevadaof(N):the
Betty
Fassett,
Cabot
132,MD,
Laguna
Hills,
CA,produce
92653, 800-349-1858
•just
Island:
Mike
Dempsey,
4721
Meadow
Lake
Dr,
Apex
NC
27539,
919-661-1760
•Rhode
Nevada
(S):
Glena
Dunn,
4568
Carol
Circle,
Las
Vegas,
NV,
89120,
702-523-1803
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can’t 6611
subsist
on chicken
nuggets
forever, right?!
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Carolina:
Kimberly
JayGraham,
Haskins,330
Plantation
PreserveNH,
Cir N,
Fort 603-463-3703
Myers, FL, 33966, 877-264-9879
New
Hampshire:
Kathleen
North
Road, Deerfield,
03037,
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Dakota:Merle
Lucinda
P. O.P.O.
BoxBox
688,594,
HotNew
Springs,
SD,MD,
57747,
605-745-3227
New Jersey:
and Schuft,
Gail Taylor,
Market,
21774,
888-616-8319
• Tennessee: Carolyn & Ron Holmes, 6218 Melrose Road NW, Huntsville, AL 35810, 256-859-0108
New Mexico: Jan & John Keller, 16755 Oak Brush Loop, Peyton, CO, 80831, 719-749-9797
• Texas: Ken & Myrna Robinson, P.O. Box 5031, Kingwood, TX, 77339, Phone/Fax: 281-359-7491
New York:
Dave
& Amy
P.O.Rexburg,
Box 365,ID,
New
Market, MD,208-359-9670
21774, 866-825-9217
••Utah:
LuJean
Clark,
POCarter,
Box 388,
83440-0388,
•
N.
Carolina:
Michael
Dempsey,
10213
Fanny
Brown
Road,
Raleigh,
NC 27603, 919-661-1760
• Virginia: Amy Carter, P.O. Box 365, New Market, MD, 21774, 866-825-9217
North Dakota:
Dee
Sleep, Brook
10563 Floyd
Chicken
Creek Road,
57783,
605-722-7028
••Washington
& E.
Oregon:
& Barbara
Floyd,Spearfish,
P. O. BoxSD
84345,
Phoenix,
AZ, 602-942-8950
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Barb Moore,
O. BoxPO
37,Box
Cable,
937-652-1157
••West
Amy P.Carter,
365,OH,
New43009,
Market,
MD, 21774, 866-825-9217
Oklahoma: Lenda& Williams,
P.O. Bo 32581,
Oklahoma
City, OK
••Wisconsin:Scott
Jennifer Hughes,
P. O. Box
276, Altoona,
WI,73123,
54720,405-470-2597
715-838-9426
Oregon: Barbara
and
Lolly39th
Konecky,
P.O. Box MT,
84345,
Phoenix,
AZ, 85071, 602-942-8950
••Wyoming:
LouAnnStillman
Sharkey,
2118
St., Missoula,
59803,
406-207-2676
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MD, 21774,activities.
866-825-9217
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10213 Fanny
Road,
Raleigh,
27603,on
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• South Dakota:Dee Sleep, 10563 Chicken Creek Road, Spearfish, SD 57783, 605-722-7028
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to soap
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& Kelley
Kennedy,
5804 Whiterose
Way, New
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21774
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Williams,
P.O.
Bo
32581,
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73123,
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Tueller,
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Provo NW,
UT
84601,
801-592-8498
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these
times.
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us
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bottle
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our250-493-3226
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• British Columbia: Bryan Stonehill, 523-3140 Wilson St., Penticton, B.C., V2A 7K4,
Vermont: Chris & Kelley Kennedy, 5804 Whiterose Way, New Market, MD 21774 443-243-1118
•
Manitoba
&
Saskatchewan:
Scott
Kearns,
Box
850,
Kipling,
SK,
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306-736-2441
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now learning
that
thisMD,
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& Amy
Carter,5P.O.
Box Lane,
365, New
Market,
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Marjorie
Salavich,
Sandy
Dryden,
ON, P8N21774,
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and Lolly
Konecky,
P.ethanol,
O. Box 84345,
Phoenix,
602-942-8950
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Virginia:
Davealcohol.
& Amy Carter,
PO Box 365,
New Market, MD,
866-825-9217
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exacerbating
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Scott & Jennifer
Hughes,them
P. O. Boxsmell
276, Altoona,
54720, 715-838-9426
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ingredients
to make
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children have been
• Wyoming: Dee Sleep, 10563 Chicken Creek Road, Spearfish, SD 57783, 605-722-7028
known to ingest harmful amounts ofCANADA
hand sanitizer and this can be dangerous.
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you must
use P.O.
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andT0B2A0,780-889-3776
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for this product,
but1-800-784-6711
an ounce of prevention
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Bryan
Box 1338,
B.C. V0H 1Z0,
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&
Saskatchewan:
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&
Marj
Kearns,
Box
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Kipling,
SK,
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306-736-2441
well be worth a pound of cure!
• Ontario: Laurie Holcombe, 166-B Craig Henry Dr., Nepean, Ontario K26 4M7, 613-864-8667
A Picky Treat
Too Much of a Good Thing
The Country Register, Months of May-June 2013
Vol. 1 - No. 1
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use, without written permission, of editorial or graphic content in any manner is prohibited.
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and handling. The Country Register is a registered corporation in the State of Alabama.
Clothespin Magic!
Have you ever had a house full of company and felt like
you did nothing but wash towels the entire time? I know I
have! When we were at my parents’ house for Christmas, my
husband came up with a great system for keeping things a little
more organized in the bathroom. In her infinite wisdom, my mom
loves all white towels so they can be washed together and bleached as needed.
This is a great system until there are 8 extra people in the house and everyone’s
towel looks alike! After 2 days of non-stop “where’s my towel?” and lots of
laundry, I found my husband with a package of wooden clothespins and a black
sharpie. In record time, each of us had a clothespin with his or her name on it.
These were then clipped to each person’s towel. Although it sounds simple, it was
incredibly helpful. Whether you have a house full all the time or once in a while,
using this simple trick can keep your bathroom more organized and your laundry
basket a little emptier!
Welcome to the FIRST issue of The Country Register of Alabama! I’m
very excited for this new beginning. Although The Country Register has
been around for 25 years and is already in 45 other states and 5 provinces in
Canada, we are just starting in Alabama.
In case you have never heard of us, The Country Register is a free monthly
shopping guide to Antique shops, Primitive shops, Quilting and Sewing shops,
Scrapbooking stores, Bed & Breakfasts, Tea Rooms and much more. We hope
you’ll find our advertiser listings helpful and our articles interesting and inspiring.
I am looking forward to growing The Country Register of Alabama to bring
you more of the things you love! Therefore, if you have a favorite shop, share
The Country Register with them. If you are a shop or store, keep your customers informed of any sales and events you are having by becoming one of our
advertisers. The Country Register provides effective and affordable advertising for everyone.
I hope you enjoy this issue and the many more to come!
A Book with Bite
Dana Wilburn
Looking for a good beach read? Pick up one of the new culinary mysteries at
your library or bookstore. I love mysteries, and a mystery with recipes? Heaven
on earth! One of my favorite series is based around a sleuth who owns a cookie
shop. A cozy background with colorful characters and great recipes is a definite
recipe for success in my book. No pun intended! Another favorite series is based
around a coffeehouse, another favorite haunt of mine. Now mind you, these
fairly quick reads are not literature, but when you’re on vacation, settling down
and relaxing with some familiar characters can
definitely add to your enjoyment. Whether the
subject matter is cupcakes, coffee, or cookies, you’re
sure to find something to pique your interest – and
July/August
events
dueforby
June 1
keep you
coming back
more.
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May
17-18......... “Quilts of the Gulf Coast” at Mobile Alabama Cruise Termonal in Mobile (pg. 6)
Time to redecorate? Think up! By using vertical space, you can add depth to
your room without taking up valuable floor space. Adding bunk beds or a loft to
a bedroom frees up space that can be used for a desk, dresser or even more play
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or toys, or even
to display photos or memorabilia. Hanging lamps or wall sconces can add needed
light without taking up valuable floor or end table space. Likewise, hanging plants
on your patio can give
the illusion of framing
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space without taking up
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The Best Gift
Mother’s Day 2013 will be
celebrated on May 12th, and
there is no better time to call or
visit your mom and let her know how much she means to you. Not all of us have
children, but every one of us has a mom. Some are tall; some are short; some are
strict; some are a little more lenient; some are great cooks; some are better at
reservations; some are good talkers; some are better listeners. No matter what
your mom is like, she is yours. The relationship between mother and child is
often our first true love AND first difference of opinion. She loves you, she
wants the best for you, and she’ll worry about you until the day she goes to the
great mom spa in the sky. There’s no better time to let her know what she means
to you – it’s the best Mother’s Day gift in the world and only you can give it.
May-June, 2013
Pg. 3
Huntsville
Meet Our Cover Artist...
Laurie Korsgaden
Laurie Korsgaden’s watercolors are best loved for their
beauty and detail. Her love for flowers and animals is
shown with every brush stroke. Laurie’s country, folk,
Americana and gardening images are found in retail outlets throughout the world.
Laurie was born in Redlands, California, enjoying art as a hobby throughout her
childhood. She studied art and science with a bachelor of science degree. Laurie worked
as a pen and ink illustrator at CSULB and created scratch board illustrations for the
Cabrillo Museum in San Pedro, California. She also worked as a freelance medical
illustrator using pastels.
Laurie is the self-published artist behind her company, Laurie Korsgaden Watercolors,
LLC. She produces open edition watercolor images for the wholesale framing industry,
and the company licenses images to various manufacturers in the
retail, gift, textile and apparel industries.
Watercolors began in 1993 in Stockton, Calif., when
Laurie began using watercolor as her primary medium. The
company has grown from a commission-only business to
one that now has over 70 licensees who reproduce her
artwork in a variety of formats. Laurie’s designs can
be found on fine soaps, gift bags, stationery products,
magnets, calendars, ribbon, photo albums, kitchen
textiles, tins, resin figurines, decorative plates, Christmas
ornaments, cookie jars, stitch kits, coasters, heat
transfers, outdoor flags, note cards, wallpaper, floor mats
and return address labels.
The future holds exciting prospects for the artist. “I’m
looking forward to the new partnerships and the continuation
of our existing partnerships. Some of our Licensing partners
have become good friends over the past several years, reaching beyond just the business
relationships,” she said.
In addition to painting and running her art business, Laurie enjoys caring for her son
and two daughters. None of this would possible without her supportive husband.
Laurie’s watercolors can be found at many shops advertised here in The Country
Register. Information about purchasing Laurie’s images can be found at
www.lauriekorsgaden.com. For licensing info, contact Linda McDonald Inc 704-370-0057.
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Random Acts
by Maranda K. Jones
Garden Design
Gardening well is one of my strongest convictions. To break the soil, to nourish the land, and to
release the imprisoned buds from the damp earth
floor is a reward unlike any other. The results are
visible, tangible, and delightful. While Father Time
and Jack Frost have held the green shoots captive
during the solitary winter months, the blooms have
served their sentence and are out on parole. Picks
of flowers and blades of grass overwhelm yards
inside the confined areas carefully guarded by rocks, bricks, and stone walls. Tall
trees tower over the ground, proudly presiding over their courts, tapping their
gavels in the breeze. Each branch full of jury members is ready to testify that
summer has reached its verdict.
The Garden of Eden holds evidence of being the most influential of our landscape
designs. This first garden was not only beautiful, but practical. Its image has caught
our attention from the very beginning. Trees, rivers, beasts, birds, and gold
enhanced the original garden plan, and most of us try to replicate this paradise in
our own backyards.
In the Garden of Eden, there were two distinct trees. Gardeners today also
acknowledge two distinct trees. Disciplined trees, always divided into evergreens or
deciduous, are loyal to their respective gangs. The deciduous trees carry canopies of
shade and colors galore in certain seasons. Some will even share fruit, nuts, and acorns
in exchange for ample space and full sunlight. The evergreens also enjoy full sunlight
as they protect from winter winds and offer year-round color and texture. Native
trees from either group make gardens visually distinct to their region of the world.
The Garden of Eden was home to a single river that split into four separate
rivers downstream. Most gardeners would find that creation impossible to imitate
and find other ways to introduce water into their landscapes. Waterfalls, fountains,
bird baths and ponds verify that water is a common, essential element. It relieves
plants of thirst, flowing freely from faucets. It welcomes winged creatures to wash
and drink, holds fish in custody, and invites other beasts to partake.
Beasts and birds appear alone, two by two, or in great abundance. My garden
hosts an owl, who is a loner, who arrives in the dark, who hides in the shadows. A
pair of squirrels engages in a high-speed chase winding around the pine trees,
jumping onto the roof, and scaling the rain gutters. Butterflies and ladybugs, too many
to count, conquer the colorful blossoms and leaves. Many have witnessed fictional
frogs and flamingoes among the less than genuine geese and turtles strategically
placed to attract an audience. Garden gnomes tend to be evasive around here, and
some have to see to believe.
Last and certainly not least, a garden needs gold. The gold in our gardens is the
almighty force. The golden sun is the key to our existence, for it is the light and the
life. We search for its presence and worship its fundamental nature. We take comfort
in its warmth and hope that we will be rescued from darkness. We bask in the
strength, the omnipotence, and the glory.
We rely on sustenance from the soil, appreciating its prettiness and its purpose.
We cleanse our bodies and souls with water. We come across creatures from all
walks and flights of life. Some seek trees of life and some seek trees of knowledge.
Our roots run deep and inevitably intertwine, subconsciously reminding us of our
origin. And so it grows.
Author Maranda K. Jones shares her stories of faith and family through her personal experiences of growing,
teaching, and parenting in a small town. She lives with her husband and their son and daughters in rural Colorado.
She is an elementary school teacher as well as a prolific freelance writer. Reach Maranda at MzMc@aol.com
This pattern may be used for embroidery,
wool appliqué, punch needle or rug hooking,
painted projects or whatever your
imagination can dream up!
Reduce or enlarge pattern as desired.
Commercial use prohibited.
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ties. That includes the aforementioned
of the question.
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techniques. You may be thinking that my
well. My philosophy is that the outdoors
summertime plans sound more like work
should remain there. While I appreciate
than fun.
the beauty of the mountains, the seashore
Marc Anthony is quoted as saying, “If
and the forests, a glimpse now and again
you do what you love, you’ll never work
is enough for me. I prefer my glimpses
a day in your life.” I’m very fortunate that
to come through the windows of a comI am able to work at what I love. Sumfortable vehicle. Besides, we’ve already
mertime work? For me, summertime fun!
been over 90 degrees here in Phoenix,
I hope this passes muster with my pubArizona, and will hit triple digits before
lisher!
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like winter in the Midwest. Although we
quilter by avocation. You can see Barbara’s quilts,
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April
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Spinach Balls
THE Salad
“Summertime and the weather’s fine. . .” That old song makes me think of the
summer festivities we all love to enjoy. Block parties, picnics and barbecues are a
rite of summer and I’m always looking for something new to take to eat. However,
sometimes the old stand-bys are the best! One of my family’s favorites is “The
Salad” – a simple, yet oh so good addition to any summer meal. It pairs equally
well with a burgers and brats affair or a steak on the grill fete. Try it – I guarantee
it will be one of your family favorites as well!
THE SSAL
AL
AD
ALAD
Good Seasons Italian Dressing (from the mix, made with red wine vinegar)
Diced roma tomatoes
Diced cucumber
Croutons
Red pepper, very thinly sliced
Crumbled goat cheese
Combine all ingredients except dressing in large bowl. Top with goat cheese –
this is the key ingredient. The mixture of the sweet and tart chevre with the
Italian dressing is amazing! Dress and toss immediately before serving.
Submitted by: Gloria Criniti, Mullica Hill, NJ
The Country Register Recipe Exchange
Smashed
Clothespin
Magic!Potatoes
Have15 you
had -a baked
house(not
full wrapped)
of company and felt like
Red ever
Potatoes
you did
nothing
wash
towelsat the
time? I know I
until
done –but
about
an hour
450 entire
degrees.
Smash
with
potatoe
masher.
Add
2
sticks
softened butter, 10 slices of bacon (cooked
husband
up with
a greatofsystem
for keeping things a little
andcame
crumbled),
handful
green onions
more organized
the bathroom.
In her
infinite
wisdom, my mom
(sliced), 2 c.ingrated
pepper jack
cheese,
1-1/2
c.
sour
cream,
1/2
to
1
c.
french
fried
onions,
salt and pepper to taste. Mash all together.
towel Leave
looks inalike!
Aftercovered
2 days inofwarm
non-stop
“where’s
my towel?”
andSprinkle
lots of
big bowel,
oven for
about 15-20
minutes.
with
more
green
onions
or
chives
when
served.
sharpie.
In record
time, each
of us Bedford,
had a clothespin
with his or her name on it.
Submitted
by: Kimberly
Downham,
IN

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