November 26, 2002

  • Have I Mentioned ...


    I really didn't mean the post of Nov 8 to be the last will and testament of Quiltnmomi.  Talk about sobering.  I thought I'd be writing all kinds of witty posts on the process of family visits, novel writing, and observation of Southernisms.  Instead, it's been two weeks and this is my first opportunity to post.


    I'm still in Arkansas.  I'm still waiting to hear when we will finally close the loan on the refinancing deal.  My cold is gone, my sinuses are cleared, and my rear end has expanded by at least 5 pounds in the past three weeks.


    Usually, I can find time during a visit to the folks to check in fairly regularly with Xanga and email.  This time around, everytime I turn my head something gets broken, trashed, or otherwise abused.  I don't know what has gotten into the boys.  My kids (plus Fugitive's sons) seem to be competing with each other for impressive disaster points.  I have not added more than about 5000 words to my novel since my arrival here.    But, I WILL simply declare that December is LoNoWriMo (Local novel Writing Month) and I'll finish it up when I get home.


    So tonight I had a quick minute (the family thinks I'm in here typing directions to Tim so he can drive down tomorrow.)  And yes, yes, yes! I'm on Xanga!  Whooo HOooooo!


    Come hell or high water - I'll be driving back home on December 6 and I'll be commenting on all your sites like the Addicted Xanga fiend I am.  In the meantime, I wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving.


    And for those of you who asked - here's my


    Sweet Potato Pie Recipe:


    Crust: Standard pie crust prebaked.


    Filling: 1 1/2 c cooked sweet potatoes, thoroughly mashed
              3/4 c brown sugar
              1/2 c whipping cream
              1 t vanilla
              1/2 t pumpkin pie spice
              4 eggs + 1 egg yolk beaten


    Fill the pie crust and bake for 15 minutes on 350 F.  Then remove from oven and add topping.


    Topping: 1/2 c flour
                 3 T melted butter
                 1 egg white
                 1/2 c chopped pecans


    Return to oven and  bake 20 minutes more.


    This pie is rich, but I still serve it with whipped cream dollops. 

Comments (28)

  • It so nice to hear from you!  I was beginning to think Fugitive was holding you hostage!  I'm glad you are feeling better and enjoying yourself with your family!

    Have a very Happy Thanksgiving!!

  • I've been worried about you!  Thanks for the update!  Glad to hear the visit is going well,  and I know that you'll get your novel finished in December.  I would love to read it.  Take care of yourself, Happy Thanksgiving, and don't be a stranger!

  • I've missed you!   Have a great Thanksgiving!

  • She's ALIVE!!! Have a Happy Thanksgiving, and a safe trip!!!

  • OHHHH! Now I've had some terrific sweet potater pie... never with the topping though. Can't wait to try this out!!!

  • I was just wondering where you were... I even checked my SIR list to make sure I hadn't accidentally booted you!  Glad you popped in... That recipe sounds yummo--will be back to put it in the cookbook!  Have a great Thanksgiving!

  • MMMMMMMM  The pie must be wonderful!  @-}-}-

  • Glad to hear you're feeling better, hope you're enjoying yourself too.

  • Just promise you'll get home safely and come back. I've missed your voice so very much.

  • I have missed you.

    Thanks for checking in and for the yummy recipe!

    Have a wonderful holiday with your family.

  • i missed you momi, but as long as you're okay, i'm ok with that too.

  • I've missed you (too! a lot!), but thought you were writing, writing writing.  So sorry to hear less fun things were requiring attention.  But I look forward to seeing/reading you regularly again, and to reading the book, of course! 

  • Whew! I was ready to send out a search party..LOL Just kidding...if I was spending time with my family I dont think I would make Xanga a big priority..but since they all live here with the exception of a few...I can have xanga too...

    Be blessed!

    Queenie Meanie Teenie

  • Our only dose in two weeks and it's mostly a pie recipe?!?!?

    Yum, Pie.... This is why we love you.

  • I'm s'posed to be on a self-imposed exile from xanga... so for all intents and purposes I'm not even here... but I so wanted to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and to tell you how much I've appreciated you and your thought-provoking writing... I'm glad you're back... or is gonna be back--- someone like you (with your sweetness and common sense) oughta stick around this place...

  • hey.. I have to make a pie.. that sounds like a good one to try. Thanks.

  • Hope you have a glorious Thanksgiving!  That pie sounds wonderful!

  • *SMILE* Sounds like you are having a good time if you didn't even realize you weren't doing the xanga. Well I thought you were busy writing like a mad women. Glad your visit is "busy". Enjoy the rest and hope you also have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

  • I did them all!

  • ...delighted you popped-in. Was wondering if "Sweet Potato Pie" the swan song to points unknown. Glad it's just been the boys that have kept you tied up. Happy Thanksgiving, Terry.  MuSe

  • Happy Thanksgiving and we are glad you are back.  You can be sure that pie recipe is going in my recipes to savor book

  • God IS Good! Praise Him!! o/

    God Bless - Dale

  • I wondered what happened to ya!

  • I hope you have had a really wonderful holiday so far. The pie sounds really good, may I have some? And it's good to see a post!!Hope all goes well and enjoy the weekend!!

  • Have been missing you.  Love sweet potato pie.  Like to hear you talk some on Southernisms.  I was born there, but don't feel like a southerner.  Brother gave me a subscription to Southern Living and I really like the recipes.  The cake in the Dec is a must do.  Happy holidays.

  • I think I've gained 5 pounds just READING that!  You hear my lips smackin' over here?? 

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