Crockpot Split Pea in Broth

The rough winds are definitely shaking the darling buds of May today. In fact, they have been shaking them all weekend. After unseasonably warm temperatures, things have gotten decidedly cooler. With the influence of the weather plus a lesser pantry due to a skipped shopping trip this week, I decided that a good soup, bread and salad was in order. For bread, I’m choosing buttermilk biscuits, simply because I already have the dough and the family loves them. For the soup, I’m trying a split pea in broth, using the Crockpot or slow cooker. Traditionally, a ham bone is used … Continue reading

Should Parents Snoop on Their Teens?

Do you think parents should snoop on their teens? I think this is a topic not talked about but one that is definitely thought about. Some people might think this is an invasion of privacy. Others believe that if they live under your roof, they are subject to invasion. I will readily admit that I snoop on my teens. I do it for a few reasons. First, I do it to know what is going on. While I would like to believe that my children will share everything going on in their lives, I know it is unlikely. This is … Continue reading