Saxon Coffin Lid

In the village of Baslow, in the Peak District of England, a coffin lid is displayed on the wall in the porch of the Parish Church. Judging by the stone, it's design and emblems, it's believed the artifact has Saxon roots.  About halfway down the coffin lid, on the right hand side, two keys have been chiseled. They indicate the dead man was of some importance, possibly a steward or estate manager for two villages.  

Glass Totems/Sculptures

They can be seen in many gardens, patios and even as table decorations - they are glass totems. They can also be made in ceramics using various colors, shapes, and designs to make a decorative addition to any home/garden. The designs/colors are endless...you can use old glass light fixtures with filigree finish, vases, plates and little glass birds as toppers. In one garden, I saw a woman had taken a little fairy, and placed her inside a vase - now that's being creative! One caution, be sure to use Epoxy glue and mix it well according to directions. Why not make something good out of something old.





Easy Baked Chicken Salad

Ingredients

4 cups cubed cooked chicken

4 cups diced celery

1 cup chopped (blanched) toasted almonds

4 tablespoons grated onion

1 cup chopped green pepper

1 cup mayonnaise

4 tablespoons chopped pimento

4 tablespoons lemon juice

1 cup undiluted cream of celery soup

Salt and pepper to taste

Topping - 1 cup shredded American cheese

                 2 cups crushed potato chips.

Method

Combine all ingredients (except the cheese and chips.) Toss lightly, and spoon into a 9” x 13” pan. Spread cheese and potato chips on top, and bake at 350 degrees for about 40-45 minutes until golden brown.

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Extraordinary Places...Close to London

A Review by Patricia Pound on Extraordinary Places…Close to London

ISBN 0-8038-2031-3

Elizabeth Wallace has produced a very informative, valuable and comprehensive book, a guide to some interest and historical places to visit all within easy distance from London. The book covers the Southeast of England and includes travels to the Counties of Essex, Kent and East Sussex all steeped in history with many a tale to tell. Elizabeth has relayed much information of the places not to be missed, their fascinating, historical past and the transport systems available to reach these destinations. Included are tips and information on where to eat and where to stay and what to see and look out for as you discover all that this region has to offer. 

The author in this case has a particular qualification, enabling her to share her knowledge with the first time visitor to this area of England, for the information she offers is well known to her, as she was born and lived here before making her home in America. Taking with her a love of the history and the familiar countryside and expressing that love in sharing her knowledge with others that they too might enjoy to the full all that these places offer. A tourist with limited time to investigate the possibilities will come prepared having read this guide which will be a useful and valuable companion throughout your planned journeys. The book will make the difference from negotiating a complicated maze into a gentle and confident stroll around already familiar places. The book is a handy size to maintain a functional reference whether kept in a sensible travelling bag or stuffed into a copious coat pocket. There is an easy to find and follow index of particular subject matter which includes, Castles, Churches, Gardens, Historic Homes, Hotels, Inns, Museums, Pubs, Restaurants, Tea Rooms and much more. 

The tourist from whatever part of the world who wants to visit little known villages and towns within easy distance from London and get to know a great deal about the history and present day facilities will be well served by this book. The English natives too, who wish to discover more about this part of the country could not have a better start than to read what this book has to offer and then to adventure out and find out a great deal more about what lies on their doorstep in the home counties. The information offered here will intrigue and surprise all who read the content and in the process learn much more about themselves and the beautiful English countryside within close proximity to London, which some of us are fortunate enough to call home. The reader is led on a journey by an author with a sure hand as it is clear she knows and loves her subject and the places she helps you discover will remain with you both before and after a visit. The visitor makes a journey which is both satisfying and an educational experience as the hidden history is revealed and explanations offered for the basis of country law and custom, tradition and folklore. Well worth a read even if your planned journey remains a pipe dream for the time being, it certainly will inspire many to turn those day dreams into reality and to start packing for a voyage of discovery and a real adventure in the English countryside.

Rock Art

Nestled by the side of Fall River Road, Idaho Springs, is a very large rock weighing perhaps two tons. How anyone could look at a such a rock, and "see" that it resembled a pig is beyond my imagination. Then of course, gallons of  pink paint had to be carried into the forest for the work to begin. The pig's features (not sure of the gender) are finished in black paint.

Knitted Dresses for an 18" doll

http://voices.yahoo.com/20-free-knitting-patterns-doll-clothes-american-4733172.html

Interested in knitting? There are some wonderful dresses and other items to knit for 18" dolls on the site above. Obviously, they are targeted towards one of the most popular dolls on the market. I had great fun knitting making them for children in my family, and also for friends' granddaughters. There are many other designs and styles to choose from...and it's a great way to use those odd balls of yarn that we all have in our baskets.