tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post4230352349196500224..comments2024-03-29T01:47:48.560-04:00Comments on Jungle Red Writers: "Oh, Kaye" is being a lazy girl today - but has all the best intentionsJungle Red Writershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16646429819267618412noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-26981470090250424582015-12-10T08:20:18.055-05:002015-12-10T08:20:18.055-05:00So awesome! What an amazing opportunity - glad you...So awesome! What an amazing opportunity - glad you jumped at it. Good luck, have fun (duh) and can't wait to read the RRAtom Nguyenhttp://xldogcrates.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-64256941389555050292015-12-06T21:44:46.757-05:002015-12-06T21:44:46.757-05:00Thanks again, Kaye, for the wonderful reminder. W...Thanks again, Kaye, for the wonderful reminder. Will send you a pic of my Pembroke Corgi, Max, who crossed the Rainbow Bridge a few years ago at age 16, and could have been Best Bros with Harley! We miss him so, especially during the holidays. xo Lynn in Texashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16624333137637840905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-14051199045424351662015-12-06T19:06:25.288-05:002015-12-06T19:06:25.288-05:00Thank you, Libby!
And thank you, Kathy. Don'...<br />Thank you, Libby!<br /><br />And thank you, Kathy. Don't you wish we had realized how very draining being a perfectionist was sooner?! Lordy, I sure do. and I agree - it's those little comforts.<br /><br />Kaye Wilkinson Barley - Meanderings and Museshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07486129009717476920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-90592702141041056022015-12-06T14:54:33.277-05:002015-12-06T14:54:33.277-05:00A great post, Kaye! I think people often won'...A great post, Kaye! I think people often won't give themselves permission to do less decorating at Christmas when they feel stressed. They definitely need someone like you to remind them that it's really okay to do less. <br /><br />This Christmas, my house is finally getting back in order after all the work I've had done this past year, and it's fun to see the decorations out again. And, I've relaxed about putting the ornaments on the tree, actually started this last year. I let the granddaughters do as much as they can while visiting at Thanksgiving, and then I finish it up. My children will tell you that me not stressing about the Christmas tree is a large departure from when they were growing up. I was a bit of a perfectionist about it, and I'm glad those days are over. How much more fun it is to let kids take part and see their delight at finding the places they like on the tree to hang an ornament. It also gives me a chance to tell the girls about the ornaments, like the ones from my childhood and their mom's childhood. <br /><br />I'm thinking that I might make fudge this year. It was a tradition when my kids were here, making the fudge to set out for Santa. I miss that, so I think I might fit it in this year. As the years go by, it's more about the little comforts and just being together with family than worrying about the decorations.<br /><br />Thanks, Kaye, for the holiday post and reminding us to take it as we feel it. Oh, and Harley is adorable! Kathy Reelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17004247271452356577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-66513612117073865562015-12-06T14:05:44.456-05:002015-12-06T14:05:44.456-05:00You are a very wish woman
Thanks for re-sharing th...You are a very wish woman<br />Thanks for re-sharing these important thoughts.Libby Doddhttp://www.libbydoddart.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-52527292445010642262015-12-06T13:51:07.200-05:002015-12-06T13:51:07.200-05:00
thank you,Thelma. xxoo<br /> thank you,Thelma. xxooKaye Wilkinson Barley - Meanderings and Museshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07486129009717476920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-82843389008078696842015-12-06T13:14:31.131-05:002015-12-06T13:14:31.131-05:00Kaye is one of the nicest people on this Planet Ea...Kaye is one of the nicest people on this Planet Earth! I want to share her love of life with all my friends! Thelma Straw in ManhattanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-76194490014866979252015-12-06T12:11:01.683-05:002015-12-06T12:11:01.683-05:00xxoo to you, Hank!
Debs, I would love to see you...<br />xxoo to you, Hank!<br /><br /><br />Debs, I would love to see your home during the holidays - I know it's gorgeous. and thank you, my friend, for all the sweet thoughts you've been sending. Much appreciated. <br /><br /><br />Tricia - you know, minimalist. Why not?! And if next year you feel like "if it's worth doing, it's worth over-doing," then, why not? Our moods change often. I say go with the flow. Right? (I love homemade granola - got a recipe you'll share?)<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Kaye Wilkinson Barley - Meanderings and Museshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07486129009717476920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-10641623932909930592015-12-06T12:02:22.518-05:002015-12-06T12:02:22.518-05:00Thanks, Kaye. This year I am doing "minimali...Thanks, Kaye. This year I am doing "minimalist" and feel just fine about it, even better after having read your post. And, yes, baking always is included, even if it's just granola for myself!<br /><br />~TriciaTFJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01145220939173150233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-71630912635939569842015-12-06T11:57:40.906-05:002015-12-06T11:57:40.906-05:00Hank, I like your champagne and oysters Rockefelle...Hank, I like your champagne and oysters Rockefeller. Maybe we need to start a new tradition. Except that Rick doesn't like either and this year Kayti, who loves both, is not drinking the champagne... Maybe next year!<br /><br />I bought our tree on Friday (same tree lot every year--they bring in wonderful fresh trees) and it's up in our dining room but not decorated. Today!<br /><br />And yesterday we put up our Christmas lights, and we at least talked about ideas for our Christmas card. (We've done our own for close to twenty years, but nowadays they are digital. I try to buy a few real cards for friends who don't have email.)<br /><br />So those are our three big "must do" things, but I tend to be pretty relaxed about when we actually do them.<br /><br />Loved the post, Kaye. So glad you put it up again. Thinking of you.Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-90303215374976874262015-12-06T11:41:35.158-05:002015-12-06T11:41:35.158-05:00Yes, yes, Kaye..I can picture that! Perfect. Ahh…....Yes, yes, Kaye..I can picture that! Perfect. Ahh…..xoxooxoHank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-81844448270878253752015-12-06T10:39:10.908-05:002015-12-06T10:39:10.908-05:00FChurch - your comment about "our pain was a...<br />FChurch - your comment about "our pain was acknowledged" resonates loudly. <br /><br />and I am awfully glad Harley brought a smile - he does tend to do that, doesn't he?Kaye Wilkinson Barley - Meanderings and Museshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07486129009717476920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-78702433398849648052015-12-06T10:37:31.629-05:002015-12-06T10:37:31.629-05:00
Hank! Red boots - YES, Honey! I am wearing my t...<br />Hank! Red boots - YES, Honey! I am wearing my today to the Watauga County Democrats Christmas party. Perfect for the holidays - go get you some.Kaye Wilkinson Barley - Meanderings and Museshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07486129009717476920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-73703076632092072402015-12-06T10:21:02.240-05:002015-12-06T10:21:02.240-05:00Thanks for the post, Kaye. Harley, especially, jus...Thanks for the post, Kaye. Harley, especially, just made my day! What a sweetheart with his Christmas bowtie!<br /><br />One thing I wanted to mention, for those who find the holidays hard--my mom's birthday was Christmas and my dad's New Years' Eve--so you can imagine how hard that first holiday season was without them--not much holiday cheer to go around. A local church held a special service for those in pain, that's the best way I can describe it. It was comforting and healing--to know that our pain was acknowledged and that it was okay to feel it even when everything about us proclaimed "BUY! Celebrate! Party! Rejoice!" <br /><br />And thanks for the recipes--baking is one tradition we certainly enjoy--old favorites for sure, but something new is always welcome!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-90159228410861377962015-12-06T09:41:39.969-05:002015-12-06T09:41:39.969-05:00Oh, such fun to read! Christmas traditions? Champ...Oh, such fun to read! Christmas traditions? Champagne and oysters Rockefeller--even as a little girl, that was our holiday treat. (Appetizers, right? NOT in the morning, of course.) And I never open anything before Christmas morning.<br /><br />Boots. Nope, I did not get the cowboy boots. I am still wanting red ones, I have to admit. The time will come…xxoo<br /><br />Do people have trees yet? I BOUGHT holiday cards. Okay, then, step one. PLENTY of time. zoo<br /><br />Holiday baking. Hmm. Might have to try that..<br /><br />Happy SUnday, everyone!Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-79987748491765544372015-12-06T08:32:04.435-05:002015-12-06T08:32:04.435-05:00Mornin' Hallie! Walnut raisin sticky buns. M...Mornin' Hallie! Walnut raisin sticky buns. Man - Don Barley would love some of those, I'll Google. Minimalist, honestly, is sounding better and better to me as the years go by, Hallie. In so many ways.Kaye Wilkinson Barley - Meanderings and Museshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07486129009717476920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-27813707649160066402015-12-06T08:27:49.520-05:002015-12-06T08:27:49.520-05:00Hi, Kaye - so happy to see this and your thoughts ...Hi, Kaye - so happy to see this and your thoughts on the season.<br />Christmas traditions in or family? We're minimalist, but last few years maple walnut raisin sticky buns for breakfast. I Google for a recipe. Hallie Ephronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04759439029582054503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-27738225523893437812015-12-06T07:57:01.572-05:002015-12-06T07:57:01.572-05:00Mornin' Joan - Candy Cane Cookies - How fun! ...<br />Mornin' Joan - Candy Cane Cookies - How fun! adding your recipe to my Holiday Baking File, and I thank you.Kaye Wilkinson Barley - Meanderings and Museshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07486129009717476920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-74634306910147293442015-12-06T00:12:50.686-05:002015-12-06T00:12:50.686-05:00Thanks for reminding us about the mini-Bundt cake ...Thanks for reminding us about the mini-Bundt cake recipe . . . it is so delicious.<br /><br />Traditions in our family? Choosing angels from the Angel Tree, the Christmas Eve midnight candlelight service, sharing the day with family.<br /><br />There are many “family recipes” that are part of our holiday . . . My mom used to make these special candy cane cookies for us when we were children and we have always continued that tradition because they always make the Little Ones smile.<br /><br />Candy Cane Cookies<br /><br />Sift together 1-1/4 cups flour and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground salt<br /><br />Cream together 1/2 cup shortening and 1/2 cup Confectioner’s sugar . . . <br />Add one egg, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract<br /><br />Mix well; stir in the flour mixture<br /><br />Divide the dough half . . . set aside one half<br /><br />Divide the remaining half in half again<br />Add 2-3 drops of red food coloring to one portion of the dough<br />Add 2-3 drops of green food coloring to the other portion of the dough<br />Mix well to color the dough evenly<br /><br />Make candy canes <br />Measure one teaspoon of the uncolored dough, roll into a four-inch long rope<br />Repeat using either the red or green dough<br /><br />Take the two ropes and loosely twist them together<br /><br />Place on ungreased cookie sheet; curve top to form candy cane shape<br /><br />Bake eight to ten minutes at 375 degrees<br /><br />Joan Emersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06810313925049108163noreply@blogger.com