Every novel has a coffee shop in it, right? Well, every contemporary story does, and Shattered Guilt has the Mockingbird Café. It’s an actual establishment in Bay St. Louis. I’ve never been there, but it was on our schedule to visit when I planned our trip back in March of this year. We were all … Read More about The Mockingbird Café
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Piers, Piers and More Piers
What is it about piers that fascinates me? If my memory is correct, the Bay St. Louis shoreline was dotted with them. All along the coast. I was saddened to learn how hurricane Katrina had wiped out most of those private little respites. Here it is sixteen years after the big storm, and I think … Read More about Piers, Piers and More Piers
A Trip to Bay St. Louis
For the next seven days, come with me to Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, where I lived as a young girl. It was the inspiration for the fictional setting of Bay Town in Shattered Guilt. I lived in Bay St. Louis for only one year, but what a full year it was. I guess it was … Read More about A Trip to Bay St. Louis
Pastor Desmond’s Spicey Sweet BBQ Rub
The 4th is over, and I’m wiped out. Thus the day late post. I hope you had a wonderful celebration. Whether it was a madhouse of people, a quiet day, or something in-between, there’s something special about a holiday that hangs in the air. We had a full house, and I loved it. Cooking, eating, … Read More about Pastor Desmond’s Spicey Sweet BBQ Rub
Lyla’s Mac and Cheese
In Shattered Guilt, Lyla mentions lots of home-cooked southern specialties, but mac and cheese is one that she brings to the church potluck. Me too. Although I’ve made it more often stove-to-oven, today I’m using the crock-pot. Both always get great accolades from family and friends, but I’m taking the easy route today. It’s just … Read More about Lyla’s Mac and Cheese
Tina’s Tomato Basil Bruschetta
Unlike the last two recipes, this one is mine. I like to taste fresh ingredients, so vine ripe tomato and fresh basil are essential. That and a little grated parmesan cheese. Mmm. Mmm. I haven’t tried it GF yet, because how can you beat a hot, crusted baguette? So, if you’d like the recipe, email … Read More about Tina’s Tomato Basil Bruschetta
