Hunter/England Historic Cabin

Hunter/England Cabin

Adjacent the Union County Farmers Market is the
Hunter/England Cabin, the oldest building in the county
from 1890. The cabin was relocated to this location
and restored to preserve history for the community.

heritage garden at cabin

Ocean Tate Blacksmith Shop

well

Nearby is the Butternut Creek Trail which we intend visiting today.
Hopefully to get some exercise in a peaceful serrting.

Crunchy Baked Okra with Poblano Dip

Crunchy Baked Okra with Poblano Dip

1/2 pound fresh okra sliced lengthwise
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Mrs Dash

Bake okra cut side down on aluminum foil lined pan
covered with aluminum foil for 7 minutes at 425 F.

Remove foil cover and bake for another 10 minutes.

Poblano Dip

Cut tops from 5 poblano peppers and remove seeds.

Roast peppers at 425 F for 20 minutes.
Place peppers in a covered bowl to aid in removing skins.
Remove skins and chop roughly, blend in blender
till smooth. Place blended peppers in a bowl 
and add 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, stir to blend.
Add cumin and black pepper to taste,
 along with a dash of agave syrup.
The ricotta cheese tames down the heat of the poblanos.
Sour cream may be substituted for the ricotta.
Serve with the okra spears.

Peach Season in the South

Peach Season in the South

Of course, I made another peach clafoutis.
I substituted ricotta cheese for sour cream,
and buttermilk for whole milk.
Still turned out beautifully and delicious.

Blue Jay Feather

Blue Jay Feather

Gary brought me a blue jay feather. 

The feather of the Blue Jay is considered a sign of optimism and a message of hope for those who are in need of a positive push forward.

This comes from the bird’s energetic and intelligent personality, so the feathers are also considered a very good omen and a confirmation that you’re on the right track pursuing your goals and dreams.

Many people and cultures also associate Blue Jay’s feathers with future success and good fortune as well as self-healing, faithfulness, and determination.

All in all, seeing a Blue Jay feather usually conveys a positive message and is considered a pleasant encounter!