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Wil stands in a blow-up green mouth with sharp teeth that is taller than he on Halloween of 2013..
Wil is eaten at the Village Deli

Going to the Village Deli was a Halloween tradition for us when we lived in Augusta, GA.  We lived within a few blocks from our favorite restaurant from August 1998 to April 2007; and again from September 2011 until we moved to Charlotte in October 2014.  There were very few small children living nearby for trick or treating.  After being inundated by large and intimidating teenagers in 1998; we made sure to be elsewhere on All Hallows Eve.  The Deli was always decorated for the occasion with the staff wearing their best in costume show.  My vote for Best In Dress went to Gene Gurley  the year he waited on us in high heels, panty hose, and dress as a buxom woman.   Wil and I were regulars, made many happy memories; and even had lunch with friends on our wedding day.

The staff worked together to make the Deli experience a great one for all customers.  They took care of each other and their customers like family.  They are supportive of the Augusta community.  Even though we are no longer in Augusta, they still support my Augusta Lions Club donating gift certificates as door prizes for our annual Willard Pryor Memorial Golf Tournament held each October.  We always receive a warm welcome back when we visit Augusta.

If you will be in Augusta for the Masters, Iron Man Competition, or just passing through; tell them Wil and Denise said ‘Hi’.

Until next time…

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Pictured is a crock pot of Fajita Chili.
Fajita Chili

 

Today, I turn my attention to those who are freezing their butts and other body parts off around our fair nation.  My Facebook buddy and former Augusta friend, Linda Miller, posted a yummy Fajita Chili recipe to ease the pain of frozen buttitis.

Ingredients:

  • Package of frozen fajita beef with spices included or Flat Skirt Steak for fajitas with added packet of fajita seasoning
  • Two 15oz cans kidney beans
  • Two 15oz cans black beans
  • Two cans diced tomatoes
  • One can ROE-TEL mild tomatoes
  • 12 oz bag frozen corn
  • One diced onion
  • One diced green bell pepper
  • 1/2 tsp (or more) Cumin
  • 1 tsp (or more) Chili Powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Saute the onion and bell pepper until the onion is transparent. and add to ingredients in pot.

I bought the Flat Skirt steak and a packet of fajita seasoning at Harris Teeter as it was on sale; and the Walt-Mart is not close to me.  I cut the steak up and browned it; trimmed excess fat; diced it, and put it in the pot.  It tasted great; but the frozen option would be easier.

I cooked it in the crock pot for at least two hours on high.

It can be served with crackers or Scoops for dipping.

I added cheese as well when I served it.

Be adventurous and try different things based on your own tastes.

Above all, stay warm and enjoy a bit of comfort only a great soup recipe can provide.

Until next time…

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The dawning of a new year opens the door for new creativity opportunities.  I became interested in writing when I was 12 years old.  Forty-five years later and the best technology has to offer leaves me little room for making excuses of not producing at least one daily paragraph of my thoughts for the world.

My Gramps asked me if I was going to be the next Art Linkletter.  Growing older and wiser gave me the realization of the prolific entertainer and writer of his complimentary comparison.  I have no delusions of Linkletter; but will share whatever strikes my fancy in my own unique style.  I am looking forward to this blog challenge as a way to reduce the stress of those crossing my path with a literary treat.

Until next time…