A little bit of heaven, and a little bit of aw yeah
Cut it down the middle
Open wide and jump right in"
--Dave Matthews Band
We celebrated with our New Year's feast last night because Carrie and Phillip had to fly back out to Wyoming early this morning. Andy came over and we had (along with that golden cornbread) blackeyed peas seasoned with big chunks of ham, collard greens seasoned with big chunks of ham, pork loin roast, rice, and gravy. We all ate ourselves silly. Sophie even got in on the act with her own plate of ham and pork roast leftovers. We have plenty more leftovers, and Vann and I plan to get into them again this afternoon.
We had our own fireworks (make that waterworks) last night. Just as Carrie and I were finishing up and ready to set the table, Andy came in and announced that she heard water running out front somewhere. Phillip and Vann checked and, sure enough, there was a serious water leak where the sprinkler system connects to the main water supply going into the house.
Vann got on the phone and found a local plumber who was willing to come out (in a hurry) on New Year's Eve (thank God for small-town life). So dinner was put on hold until that problem was rectified, which it was rather quickly.
After dinner, when everyone was stuffed, Carrie had gone to her parents' house, Andy had gone home, and Phillip had gone upstairs to bed, Vann, Sophie, and I kicked back in our PJs (I know: Sophie's PJs look a lot like her street clothes) and enjoyed a little bit of quiet before we turned in for the night. We didn't see the ball fall, but we did hear the fireworks outside.
I hope to maybe get some work in the sewing room done today. We'll see. I'm sort of already hooked on two of my new books: John Lennon and World Without End. Please accept best wishes from The Yellow House for a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2009. We know we have some work ahead of us in the new year, but we're confident, with the support and prayers of our friends and the strength God gives us, we're up for the challenge.
Healing Prayer for the day:
"Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord; and the prayer of faith will save the sick man, and the Lord will raise him up; and if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven." --James 4:14-15
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On 01/01/2009, Carol said ...
YUMMERS! I'm on my way for some leftovers!
Wishing you all the best in 2009!
On 01/01/2009, Mary Kirwin said ...
Any chance that you'd be willing to share the cornbread recipe? It looks like you've got a great recipe collection going already. It's a raging topic in my circles today - because of all the blackeyed peas that got served up last night along with cornbread.
On 01/01/2009, lila said ...
Hi Susan....I recognize the green flannel PJ bottoms with the cute holly! I gave some just like them to my daughter-in-law, who was delighted! Love Christmas pajamas!!!!
We are about to eat our black eyed peas here! Maybe I should make some cornbread too!
On 01/01/2009, sharon yeager said ...
HAPPY NEW YEAR Susan!! Best of wishes to you and yours this new year. I'm hoping and praying for the very best for Vann and you.
On 01/01/2009, kayellen said ...
Beautiful Scripture and blog entry:)
Happy New Year:)
such a pleasure to have met you this past year!
Blessing coming your way!!!
Kay
On 01/02/2009, Joan said ...
That meal sound lovely. Glad you managed to get the water problem sorted out. As we move into the New Year of 2009 I shall be thinking and praying for you both .
I love to relax with PJs on ,so comfortable and that's what I look for now.
On 01/03/2009, sherry said ...
That cornbread looks so good & the whole meal sounds so yummy, glad you had a nice time with family. Thinking of you & Vann every day. Lots of positive thoughts for you both in this new year!
On 01/03/2009, kim said ...
Happy New Year!
Wanted to drop in and say that you and Vann are in my prayers. I love reading your blog. Thank you!
Kim
On 01/03/2009, Georgina said ...
That cornbread looks delicious, Sophy had that also?
Your family pictures are beautiful Susan, I wish you the best for this new 2009. You and Vann are allways in my prayers. xxx, Georgina
On 01/04/2009, Beverly said ...
It sounds perfect, Susan. And, I am so glad you were all together making sweet memories.
Our dinner was similar to yours. We had pork tenderloin, collards, black-eyed peas, baked sweet potatoes and fried cornbread.
On 01/04/2009, Clothmatters said ...
I saw your link on Linda Walsh's 'Top 100 Blogs' and thought I would visit. What a beautiful blog you have. I love cardinals and what a delight to see several in your posts. Best wishes for 2009.
Connie
On 01/04/2009, Rian said ...
Dem's some mighty cute jammies. Sophie looks so cute, I just want to eat her up!
Best wishes to you and Vann and Sophie in 2009!!
On 01/05/2009, Liz said ...
Precious little doggy pic, just precious. :)
On 03/22/2009, Elizabeth Jones said ...
Do you have any Spill the Beans Fabrics you wish to sell???? I have a project started and need more of these fabrics. Thanks,
Elizabeth Jones
oejones@bellsouth.net
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