Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri .. June 16-17, 2004

6-16-04 | JustAmy, St.Louie1, MamaBear and Billie

[Billie]

I think that's terrific, Amy and Bob! There is an amazing similarity in the shape of the two countries! Kudos to you both!

[JustAmy]

6-17-04
Graphic by MamaBear

Water Lilies

If you have forgotten water lilies floating
On a dark lake among mountains in the afternoon shade,
If you have forgotten their wet, sleepy fragrance,
Then you can return and not be afraid.

But if you remember, then turn away forever
To the plains and the prairies where pools are far apart,
There you will not come at dusk on closing water lilies,
And the shadow of mountains will not fall on your heart.

by Sara Teasdale

[JustAmy]

Grits and Sausage Bake

1 package (16 ounces) breakfast sausage, cooked, drained and crumbled
3 cups water
3/4 cup ALBERS Quick Grits
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
2/3 cup (5 fluid-ounce can) CARNATION Evaporated Milk
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten


PREHEAT oven to 350º F. Grease 8-inch-square baking dish.
BRING water to a boil in medium saucepan; slowly stir in grits. Cover; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups cheese, evaporated milk, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce; stir until cheese is melted. Add sausage and eggs; stir well. Pour into prepared baking dish.

BAKE for 1 hour. Top with remaining cheese. Bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Season with ground black pepper.

NOTE: Batter can be made the day before; cover and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

Serving Size: 6
Preparation Time 15 mins.
Cooking Time 75 mins.
Cooling Time 10 mins.

[JustAmy]

Thank you for today's Welcome Graphic, MamaBear!

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Meekie. Hope you are having a terrific Thursday.

Since I was AWOL last night, I decided to start with today and see if I can get back to yesterday later. ;~)

[JustAmy]

"The world sees what we do-God sees why we do it."

Good morning, Rus. I hope your Thursday is Terrific.

Thanks for bringing coffee with the inspirational reading this morning. Both hit the spot every morning.

[OESY]

CHARITY


A wealthy trial lawyer was riding in his limousine when he saw two men
along the roadside eating grass. Disturbed, he ordered his driver
to stop and he got out to investigate.

He asked one man, "Why are you eating grass?"

We don't have any money for food," the poor man replied. "We have
to eat grass."

Well then, you can come with me to my house and I'll feed you,"
the lawyer said.

But sir, I have a wife and two children with me. They are over
there, under that tree. "Bring them along," the lawyer replied.

Turning to the other poor man he stated, "You come with us also."

The second man, in a pitiful voice then said, "But sir, I also have
a wife and SIX children with me!"

Bring them all, as well," the lawyer answered.

They all entered the car, which was no easy task, even for a car as
large as the limousine.

Once underway, one of the poor fellows turned to the lawyer and
said, "Sir, you are too kind. Thank you for taking all of us with you."

The lawyer replied, "Glad to do it. You'll really love my place;
the grass is almost a foot high!"

[Conspiracy Guy]

HI

[JustAmy]

:~)

Good morning, Jen. Hope you have a great day.

Killian and Sasso come by to visit about once a week or so. They are well-behaved; they do a little visiting and make sure no rats or cootiebugs have sneaked in.

Are we celebrating anything special today?

[JustAmy]

Sounds good.

Looking forward to hearing it.

[The Mayor]

Your welcome

atta here for the day!

[JustAmy]

I’m the one called "Doc"


I shall not walk in your footsteps,
but I will walk by your side.
I shall not walk in your image,
I’ve earned my own title of pride.

We’ve answered the call together,
on sea and foreign land.
When the cry for help was given,
I’ve been there right at hand.

Whether I am on the ocean
or in the jungle wearing greens,
Giving aid to my fellow man,
be it Sailors or Marines.

So the next time you see a corpsman
and you think of calling him "squid",
think of the job he’s doing
as those before him did.

And if you ever have to go out there
and your life is on the block,
Look at the one right next to you...
I’m the one called "Doc".


Harry D. Penny, Jr. HMC(AC)USN

Copyright 1975

Permission to Use, Granted by Author




178 posted on 06/16/2004 8:04:46 PM PDT by visualops (Let's win another one for the Gipper.)

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Billie.

We miss you ..... I hope you get your project finished soon so you can spend more time with us. :(

[Darksheare]

I'm in.
(No timewarps this time.)
];-)

[JustAmy]

LOL

Thanks, OESY.

How are things in the East this morning? I just checked and yeah ...... it's still morning.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, CG. I hope your day is wonderful.

:( ------ I need some poems.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Darks!!!!

It is good to see you so bright and early.

Are you out of the doghouse? Did you have to buy that VW?

[Conspiracy Guy]

I need to write but too many distractions.

[JustAmy]

Graphic by Louie

Good morning, ((((( Bro )))))
How are you this beautiful morning?

[JustAmy]

My 17 year old nephew has written a few that are pretty good. He is going to get me a copy of them and I will post a couple. I'm not sure whether I can find a graphic to go with them.