Weeekend in Nashville

Ring of Fire

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The photo above was taken at Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash grave side and a very emotional moment for me.The day February 26, 2011 would have marked John's 79th birthday.

Happy Birthday Kimberly

I Love You

John Deere

My adventure is becoming very interesting.

John Deere

Radar Love

Vintage Hat

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As many of you know I love my hats!
This is one that dates back in the 1940's and in mint condition.

Dining Room

Of all the things I do through the day I think decorating my home is on the top of my list. I love to make my home a welcome place for my family and friends and do quite a bit of entertaining.This blog I created is basically a journal of things that are happening or has happened in my life present and past.

My children have requested my recipes in a book and as much as they are on their computers in their homes I felt that sharing them here is better as I have had fun with this also for the past few years.My parents owned an Italian restaurant in Tampa Florida where I grew up and a few of the recipes from Leone's Del Rio are here as well.

Gardening has been a long family tradition in fact my grandfather at 96 took his last breath gardening.. God rest his soul I miss him so.

My art and my career has really come to life here from my blog and have sold many pieces through this blog. As I have said so many times I thank you all who have supported me through the years.

This is my journal in hopes that my children and grandchildren may some day take the time to page through my day to day activities and events in my life and get a glimpse of who Kathleen McQueen is and was.

In closing if this is looked at by any of my grandchildren I would like for you to know something I have said to Celia and Brandon for years.
If you are going to dream .. DREAM BIG.
and
You have the world in the palm of your hand . You can do anything you set your mind to do.
I Love You All

Praying For Spring

My yard last spring

While cleaning out my flower beds this week ..

the anticipation of blooms were all I could think about

Jo Malone

The Art of Fragrance Combining™

My favorite perfume

Jo Malone

The combination I use is Pomegranate Noir & Lime Basil Mandarin

and Amber & Lavender on its own

Happy Valentine's Day

How Do I Love Thee?

Elizabeth Barrett Browning


How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight
For the ends of Being and ideal Grace.
I love thee to the level of every day's
Most quiet need, by sun and candlelight.
I love thee freely, as men strive for Right;
I love thee purely, as they turn from Praise.
I love with a passion put to use
In my old griefs, and with my childhood's faith.
I love thee with a love I seemed to lose
With my lost saints, I love thee with the breath,
Smiles, tears, of all my life! and, if God choose,
I shall but love thee better after death.

My Art in New York City

Two of my paintings are now hanging in New York City. The tree and the daisy. The art was commissioned two years ago and I have seen it for the first time this month.
Life is good and I can actually say that I enjoy my job.. I'm Blessed!

The Yellow Rose

Muffuletta Olive Salad

This is a spread that really has become a staple in my home. A relish like spread that tastes real well over any lunch meat sandwich. This decadent sandwich has Mortadella, Ham, Hard Genoa Salami, Mozzarella cheese, Provolone cheese

For the origins of the Muffuletta Sandwich click HERE

1 cup chopped Vidalia Onion

1/2 cup Green Olives

1 rib of Celery

1/4 cup Olive Oil

1 TB.Oregano

1 TB. Basil

2 TB. Capers

2 TB. Red Wine Vinegar

salt and pepper to taste

* Note.. there are different variations of this recipe and this one is my own. I can say that it is very close to Cajun style.. so I have been told.

Color My World

COLOR MY WORLD

(Chicago)

As time goes on I realize
Just what you mean to me
And now, now that you're near
Promise your love
That I've waited to share
And dreams of our moments together
Color my world with hope of loving you

Caring For You

Caring For You

(Acrylic)

16x20

Jalapeno Bread

1 Pkg Active Dry Yeast
3 C Bread Flour
3 Tbsp Jalapeno Peppers -- chopped
1/2 C Monterey Jack Cheese
1 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
1 1/2 Tsp Salt
1 1/4 C Water

Directions
Add water into container. Sprinkle flour over water. Add sugar, salt and yeast. Program "Basic" cycle, "Large" size, "Medium" color. Press "Start." When machine beeps 3 times, add cheese and jalapenos. When done, let rest 15 minutes.

A Country Day

Layered Art

Gary surrounded by ART

Iris

Iris

2'x1'

Acrylic stretched canvas