Monthly Archives: January 2012

Repurposed Windows

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Christine

I love repurposed windows.  Before we found our current house, we looked at a place high up on a mountain.  The place had such a creative vibe to it, we both immediately felt drawn to it.  One of my favorite … Continue reading →

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January Contest Winner!

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Christine

Wow, did y’all ever respond to my last post!  It only took a few hours to surpass 100 “Likes.”  How awesome!  Without further ado, our January contest winner is… Michelle G. from Maryland! Congratulations, Michelle!  Please send me your address … Continue reading →

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January Contest and Giveaway (Update)

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Christine

Just a reminder, there’s only ONE WEEK left to get your friends, your grandma and all her Bingo friends to “Like” the Appalachian Woman Facebook page for a chance to win a professional, metallic print of this awesome photo: Since … Continue reading →

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Coca Cola Barbecue Sauce

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Christine

I posted about barbecue the other day, and a couple of people asked me to share the recipe for the Coca Cola Barbecue Sauce I used.  There are all kinds of recipes floating around the internet, but this time around … Continue reading →

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National Popcorn Day and Moonshine

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Christine

Last night, I had a hankering for popcorn.  I had to pick up a few other things at the store, so I hit the snack aisle to grab some popcorn.  Since I’m lactose intolerant, I can really only have one … Continue reading →

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Crockpot Pulled Pork and Sundays

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Christine

I love Sundays for a lot of reasons, but I especially love having the time to cook something yummy.  Guitar Dude usually has band practice on Sunday, so I like to have the house smelling good when he walks back … Continue reading →

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Friday the 13th and Superstitions

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Christine

Today is Friday the 13th.  Tell the truth, how many of you are just waiting for something bad to happen today?  I have to admit, I used to be a lot more superstitious when I was younger but I still … Continue reading →

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Chili With a Bang

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Christine

I know the definition of chili is a matter of hot debate among regions in the U.S., but I am of the opinion that chili needs both meat and beans.  And I don’t like watery chili with big chunks of tomato, … Continue reading →

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Photos In and Around the Appalachian Mountains

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Christine

I’ve been going through photos for a few days, and I thought I would share some of my favorite scenes from around the Appalachian Mountains.  It sure is a pretty area, huh?  I feel blessed to be able to call … Continue reading →

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What Are You Reading?

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Christine

Happy Monday!  Or something. Last week, I mentioned that I am going to start reading again in 2012.  I’ve been an avid reader, devouring book after book, my entire life.  I love to read at bedtime, but over the last … Continue reading →

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