by mcl | May 6, 2015 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By LYDIA BOLEN Mother’s Day is a day set aside each May to honor all mothers. We shower our loved ones with cards, gifts, and special meals. This is THEIR day! Show off your cooking skills and prepare a lovely meal. Whether you plan a brunch, lunch, or dinner, this...
by mcl | Apr 7, 2015 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By LYDIA BOLEN I love the phrase, “April showers bring May flowers.” March 20th is the official start of Spring, but by April we all looking forward to marking the end of cold weather and the beginning of new life. Anticipation is in the air as we watch the unfolding...
by mcl | Mar 2, 2015 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen I grew up in Southwest Mississippi in the 1950s and 60s. What to serve at an afternoon club meeting was always discussed for weeks before my mother or my grandmother were to be a hostess. Memories of tomato aspic, creamed chicken on toast points, cheese...
by mcl | Feb 2, 2015 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen The month of February is such a festive month with all the Super Bowl gatherings and Valentine’s Day celebrations. The color red is everywhere to brighten your winter humdrums. Different hues of red and pink alert us all month as a reminder that a...
by mcl | Jan 11, 2015 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen January 2015 rings in another new year. This month marks fresh beginnings. We all need this time of renewal to reflect on better health, new goals, and how we spend our time. This is typically a very cold month when we all tend to stay indoors more....
