Hello to all from this little corner of the world. The sun was shining on Sunday, the skies were blue with white clouds and it was HOT! The temperature was 92 degrees with a feel-like temperature of 104. The forecast is hot like this until July 1, and then we have a little reprieve. James mowed all our grass alone this time. It is like an oven outside, and my surgery is this week. I will be so thankful when it is over. I also appreciate the prayers and encouragement. Our birds are visiting but do not eat as much when it is so hot.
Condolences to those who have lost loved ones. Also, prayers for those dealing with illness of any type or suffering in any way.
Remember to take breaks frequently when you are out in this heat. Find shade if possible. DO NOT leave a child or animal in a locked, hot car! Leave water for your outside animals and shade. They can die if overheated. A tip from a friend is to freeze water in a milk jug and set it into the water to keep it cool longer. Wear sunscreen. There is a thing called sun poisoning. Enjoy the summer and stay safe.
Happy birthday to Jackson Sanford, 6-26; Hope Butler, Carla Berry and Jaxon Richardson, 6-27; and Mason Connor, 6-28.
Prayer requests for Noah Azbill, Keith Brown, J.T. and Jeanette Butler, Nancy Connor, Regina Cupples, Rachel Ellington, Misti Hopper Ellis, Vickie Ellis, Joie Freeman, Carolyn Goff, Hunter Gray, Charles Haggard, Joey Harris, LaDawn Hayes, Jayne Heinz, Danny Hodges, Martin Hurst, Alvin and Eva Jones, Patsy N. Jones, Sue Lewis, Taze Lofton, Doris McKinney, Don McLemore, Caleb Maness, Debbie Morris, Jim and Sue Newsom, Cissy Nichols, Glenda Parchman, Julia Parchman, Pam Priddy, Anita Rhodes, Dennis Rouse. Dennis Rhodes, Doris Rowlett, Sheila Ryals, Terry Seaton, Milton and Cheryl Tobey and Charles Wray. Also, remember our first responders, military, firefighters and law enforcement officers.
Strawberry Icebox Pie: you will need one graham cracker crust, one can Eagle Brand Condensed milk, one regular size whipped cream, one can strawberry pie filling or one cup fresh diced strawberries (add 1/4 cup sugar if using fresh strawberries), three and a half teaspoons of dry strawberry Jello (I would use sugar free) and 1/4 cup lemon juice. In a bowl, mix condensed milk and whipped cream by hand until mixture is fluffy. Gently fold in the strawberry pie filling or the fresh strawberries. Scoop the mixture evenly into the graham cracker crust. Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours to set. You can garnish with fresh strawberry slices for a decorative touch.
I pray you all have a wonderful week and may it be filled with love, joy, peace and blessings. Remember: if you have news, please email me at mimmiepots@gmail.com. I would truly appreciate any news. People from here and those who have moved from our area but still want to keep in touch through the newspaper are hungry for news from home. Until next week, Happy Trails to You.
