Good morning everyone. I do love a good storm. I always have, except when I lived in a camper for a year and a half. There was a good one last night, but the door on the west side of my apartment has a bit of a leak. I realized this at 3am and sat straight up in the bed and rushed downstairs. I'm glad I did. Water was pouring in. The last thing I want to do is join the ranks of the apartment-dwellers who have those vans parked outside, sucking up the water.
I'm still working. Like, in the world. Not a lot, but a little. I have a couple of appointments, one in Plano today, and one in Lewisville tomorrow. I keep watching news and hoping we don't have to "hunker in place." It reminds me of the drills we did in school, for nuclear bombs. The word "hunker..." This would have been an incredible terrorist attack. People have never been more terrified. Is it weird that I'm actually calm? This is completely out of my control. And, I find that comforting in a weird way. Before this, I was panicked, trying to make sales. Now, I am in a holding pattern, praying I can get by. But, dude, bring on the checks.
I keep calling this an episode of the Twilight Zone that I am waiting to end. Patti, my dear cousin, called it a bad Stephen King novel. She is incredibly clever, always has been. Y'all are going to think I'm demented, but I think seeing this is so cool. I admit, however, that the coolness is starting to wear off a little. I said, two weeks ago, there will be a paragraph in the history book about the Coronavirus, but I think this might get a little more textbook time.
I am thankful, though. I'm incredibly blessed. I know, without a doubt, that we will get through this. And spring is still coming. The trees are beautiful. The birds are singing. The river is flowing. I hope I get to live next to a river my whole life. I've, honestly, never been far from one.
That poor prime minister - his hair. I thought it was a windy day the last time I saw him - just saw him again... Can't we do something about that while we are running around trying to fix everything else. As an American, I sure can't talk.... Pardon me, I digress.
I've been reading in Galatians this week. Chapter 5, verse one hit me right off. "For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery." I'm so thankful for what Christ has done for me, and you. Lily and I were talking about Christ yesterday, and about how loving He was/is. It breaks my heart what He did for me on the cross. The VERY least I can do is live my life for Him. Sure, I mess up, I've messed up, and I'm sure I will in the future. But, Christ died for my sins. My sins put Him on that cross. I can't even imagine life without Him. I am sure that I'll be okay, no matter what, with Him. And I want nothing more than to be like Him.
Now to the recipe section of the blog - I think something a bit fun.
Grab some tortilla chips at the store - I don't think any of the items on this are being hoarded at the moment. Glad my diet doesn't subsist on toilet paper. SHEESH.
Corn Dip:
After this is over, you'll be the most appreciated at the party. This stuff is so good! For now, just you and your family enjoy the heck out of this. My lovely cousin, Robin, introduced me to this. I've brought it to several gatherings. I guess you could roll it into balls and throw it at your friends from a "safe social distance." I still shake my head at this.
-3 long jalapenos - chopped, jarred (If you want heat, you can do fresh, and even hotter, leave the seeds in - but you're insane.)
-2 cans mexicorn, drained
-1 can chopped green chiles
-1 cup Hellman's mayo (Or any kind)
-1 cup sour cream
-6 chopped green onions
-2 cups cheddar cheese
Here we go on that season to taste part... sorry, y'all.
-Cumin
-Garlic powder
-Season salt
You can use around 1/2 tsp if you don't feel comfortable with the taste part.
Dip with tortilla chips - enjoy! This stuff is incredible.
I wish you all the best. Stay safe out there. Try to relax, if you can. Take a deep breath. Look at the trees. Open your windows. Until tomorrow. : )
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