Monthly Archives: December 2010

Made my first CHOWDER (2 points)!  I’ve tasted my share of chowders but never attempted to make my own. Took the plunge – it was delicious and easy to do. For vegetarians, just substitute mushrooms for the sausage. Potato Sausage … Continue reading →

Traveled the back roads to CELINA (2 points), a small town with mainly farm and ranch land. The more obscure routes are the most fun because you never know what you’ll see. In this case, rambling ranches with long-horn cattle … Continue reading →

2 points (learning something new) CAHOOTS. What a great word. Who can dislike it, when the largest part is “hoot.” Laughter, a riot, a lot of ha ha’s. But no, it doesn’t have anything to do with gaity. The dictionary … Continue reading →

1 point x 2 Read 2 “C” books so far this month, one by a new author: J. California Cooper. The author of 17 plays, she was named Black Playwright of the Year in 1978. Encouraged by author Alice Walker … Continue reading →

2 points Attended an evening performance of CHRISTMAS Belles at the Greater Lewisville Community Theatre. What a hoot! My friend Janye was in the play – and that made it so much fun. Local theatres are little gems and I … Continue reading →

December, my “C” month has started. And, baby, it’s cold outside. Better heat things up with new experiences. 2 points A new activity this month is starting a CLUB – a book club. Hadn’t done this intentionally to match up … Continue reading →