Sassy Silver Sisters

When we think of cooking staples, certain foods come to mind: rice, bread, pasta. Yet, among these heavyweights, there lies a humble hero often overlooked — the potato. This versatile vegetable has become a favorite around the globe. From creamy mashed potatoes to crispy chips, the potato has firmly established itself as an irreplaceable component of diets worldwide. A Brief History of the Potato Originating in the Andean mountains of South America, the potato was first cultivated thousands of years ago by the indigenous people of Peru and Bolivia. It wasn’t until the late 16th century that potatoes made their way to Europe, thanks to Spanish conquistadors. Initially met with suspicion, the potato gradually gained popularity, particularly as a reliable food source for the working class. Today, the potato is the world’s fourth-largest crop, following rice, wheat, and maize. Its ability to thrive in diverse climates and soils has made it a key player in global agriculture, feeding millio...

Recently, we had the opportunity to get together with Catherine Powers, author of The Spree of '83 , so it was decided we'd meet her halfway on June 13th, 2024, and would eat lunch together and of course, chat it up, our specialty 😉. We couldn't have asked for a better day to visit! Check out the view!  We met with Catherine at BuddlyLou's in Hancock, Maryland. When we entered the parking lot, our eyes were immediately drawn to BuddyLou's restaurant. It was like a beacon of joy, bursting with color and life.  As we entered we were greeted with antiques and more. The walls were decorated with whimsical items. It was impossible to not look at everything.  Entering the building, you see the same colorful and fun decor with antiques and more.  Of course, a visit to the restroom was made (many times ;) with a greeting from the shell lady. We enjoyed our visit with Catherine and learned much from her about her life on the road with Freddy and many other country artists....

***UPDATED 4/29/23*** Mother's Day this year is on May 10th. It's always on the second Sunday of the month of May in the U.S. We honor our mothers and those that are like our mothers on this special day but in actuality, we should honor them every day! If it wasn't for her (and of course your father) you wouldn't be here. Celebrations of mothers and motherhood can be traced back to ancient Greeks and Romans, who would hold festivals in honor of the mother goddesses Rhea and Cybele, but the clearest modern precedent for Mother's Day is the early Christian festival known as "Mothering Sunday." The American Mother's Day was created by  Anna Jarvis  in 1908 and became an official US holiday in 1914.  Another well-known woman, Julia Ward Howe , who's best known for writing the "Battle Hymn of the Republic", in 1870 wrote the "Mother's Day Proclamation," a call to action that asked mothers to unite in promoting world ...