Author: Christi Wharton
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Big Move! – Also Known As A Leap Of Faith
Believe it or not, I am now in New Orleans. I loved the beautiful Twin Lakes area of Arkansas and will be back often to visit with friends and clients, but for now, I’m coastal! Things I am loving so far in New Orleans include: One of my favorite experiences when we first got here…
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How A Southern Garden Grows
No matter how many times I put in a garden I will never cease to be amazed at the way they grow and what they give back. You may remember, a few weeks back when I posted about putting in my garden. This is how it looked in May: In just a few short weeks,…
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Southern Garden
My, what a labor of love a garden is. Been working on getting my garden in this weekend. It is a bit late, but with soooooo much rain, I had to wait for a dry weekend. It turned out that this weekend was perfect. Cool temperatures with overcast skies but NO RAIN! Before I go…
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Southern Words from Donna
You may remember my friend Donna Butler Douglas that I introduced you to last year. Remember her? She is the creator of the fabulous DonnaDots! Here are some DonnaDots to help you remember: Yes, that Donna. She is so very talented and as it turns out, very organized as well. Donna has graciously written down…
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Southern Dogwood
The dogwoods are blooming beautifully here. Love dogwoods and how inspirational they are. Have you hear the Easter legend of the dogwood? When Christ was on earth, the dogwood grew To a towering size with a lovely hue. It branches were strong and interwoven And for Christ’s cross its timbers were chosen. Being distressed at…
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Holy Week, Passover and the Robin’s Nest
I am so enjoying Spring. Everything is such a pretty green. The flowers and trees are blooming and now we have the Robin’s nest on the porch. The sweet robing laid her 4th egg today. Now we’ll wait for 14 to 16 days until the babies hatch. So many blessings! Of course, this is holy…
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Southern Wild to Tame
After a few stormy and then cool days, it was time to get out and make a difference in the yard. Things have been getting pretty wild out there and it is time to get things under control. I won’t be able to get everything done in one day, but little by little, it will…
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Spring Porch Cleaning
The weather was just beautiful here today. It looks like it is time to clean off the back porch and get it ready for Spring. After all, Spring will be here soon. Check out the countdown calendar! We like to grill all year round. My husband moves the grill up on the porch and he…
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It’s Mardi Gras Time!
Next Tuesday is Mardi Gras, 2011! Thought I would go back and visit some Mardi Gras party tables (along with a few party pics) from the past. Enjoy! The main table was spread with a gold toned spread and the centerpiece is a glass hurricane that is filled with green and gold ornaments and…
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Easy Southern Gumbo
One week to Mardi Gras! Can’t wait. We love gumbo around here, however on a weeknight, it is a bit much to get it all together. So, we take a shortcut! With a little help this gumbo in a box from Luzianne this can be a really tasty dinner! We start with some andouille sausage…
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Surviving the Winter!
If you have been around here awhile you may remember my past attempts at trying to keep my beautiful summer ferns alive inside through the winter. NOT a pretty site! Well, I have tried it again this year and, guess what? So far, I’m successful! If you are really successful keeping ferns through the winter,…
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Southern Valentine’s Dinner
So, Valentine’s Day is upon us. I’m thinking this would be the weekend to celebrate. Are you planning something special? Shrimp, lobster, steak? I’m thinking the best plans would be reservations! Let someone else do the cooking! Maybe a steak. Or maybe lobster. And, of course, you must have dessert! Sounds delicious! Of course, you…
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Southern Valentine’s Day
I’m back! Have missed everyone soooo much. Been busy then sick then busy again. Busy is very good – except when it means I neglect all my wonderful blog friends. Next Monday is the sweetheart day of Valentine’s. Mr. Southern Gentleman and I will be celebrating this weekend. Hopefully, the weather will cooperate – a…
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Southern Mardi Gras Wreath
Just a little more Mardi Gras color around here. It has the traditional Mardi Gras colors of purple, green and gold. Just a grapevine wreath draped with purple ribbon and adorned with a big gold bow and a fun Mardi Gras mask. Couldn’t be easier! Today’s Lagniappe: Cajun Catfish From Betty Crocker something a little…
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Southern Snow Day
It started snowing here this morning and is still steadily snowing at mid-day here in my neck of the woods in Arkansas. Got some pics to share with you as well as a recipe! I love asparagus. Of course, we usually cut off the top part and throw the woody part away. I’ve always seen…