mudpies's Blog

I simply can't believe it!  When I went to our local grocery store, it was sold out of pickling spice.  I've always felt strongly about supporting our local businesses.  If they can't generate a decent income in a small village, they'll go elsewhere.  Therefore, I pay higher prices than I would if I were to drive 15 miles to either of the large towns close by.  I've always considered the convenience worth it.  But not today!!  I used what spice I had on hand - enough for one batch of brine - and tomorrow I'll have to drive to town to get some more.  Actually, put the spice bag into each of the four batches as I brought them to a boil.  At least that should have imparted some flavour to each.  Tomorrow I'll make three more bags.

I'm concerned about Redzey.  Have any of you heard from her?  It's been more than a month since her last post in which she mentioned that there were numerous forest fires close to her home.  I PM'd her a couple of days ago, but have had no response.  Perhaps we need to keep her in our prayers.