My CHARIOT was a 57 T-BIRD

The heat and dodging the rain didn't dampen the fun of participating in the Suzie The Duck days and the Arlington Festival. My red hat, purse and accessories went well with the beautiful vintage red 57 T-Bird. I was so fortunate to have a friend and his wife offer to drive me in both parades, priceless. These events mark the end of our summer and school starts soon. Time to start fall cleaning and winterizing the Bed & Breakfast. Note: I am open year round and the winter months reflect off season rates. A good time to get away and enjoy the 50's atmosphere.

The following is an easy and refreshing dessert for any time of the year.
1 pkg of jello (3oz)
1 cup boiling water
mix for two minutes
1 cup of sherbet
you can mix and match flavors
stir until melted and pour into wine or martini glasses
Chill for 2 hrs - garnish with whipped cream (can) and fruit at serving

In 1952 Joe DiMaggio retired from baseball.

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MEETING NEW PEOPLE-PRICELESS

It's hard to put into words how much I enjoyed getting to know everyone. This whole group meet in the winter months in a warmer climate and have become a close family, all from different states and Canada. Now, that is really rare. Getting together this year during the summer months was a first. I have received lovely notes and a surprise gift of address labels that feature the B & B picture.

The parades were the following weekend. A good friend surprised me by offering his 57, red, T-Bird convertible for me to ride in. I dressed up in my 50's clothes complete with "horned rimed glasses". The rain or heat did not detract from the fun. It was a great way to let everyone know where I am. I will share the picture with you next week.

My daughter designed a book mark to distribute at the State Fair, so that is my destination this week. Printed on the book mark is "Book this 1950s themed home!". Neat!

For the next three weeks, I will share my new recipes that I made for the NAB group.

Kitchen Sink Potato Salad

4 Lbs of potatoes pealed and cooked in 5 cups of chicken broth

Dressing: 3 T Dijon mustard; 1 T lemon juice; 1/2 t sugar; 1/2 C olive oil; 1/4 C mayonnaise; 1 t mustard power; 1/2 t celery seed; salt & pepper to taste

Mix well (really good)

Add to potatoes: 1 T minced dill pickle; 1/2 C minced red onion; 4 green onions sliced; 3/4 C chopped celery; 1 C chopped red & green bell peppers; 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped; 1/3 C green stuffed olives chopped; 1/3 C black olives chopped; 1/2 C pickle relish; 4 slices bacon crumbled. Mix w/dressing

Paul Anka wrote "Puppy Love" for Annette Funicello

In 1952, The Yankee Clipper retired from baseball. Who is he?

1. Joe DiMaggio 2. Stan Musial 3. Casey Stengel

In the 50's: a roll of toilet tissue-5 cents; magazines-15 cents; pact of cigarettes-20 cents

COLORADO TRIP SOFTENS THE 65TH BIRTHDAY OF YOUR HOST

I would like to believe that the desert was in full bloom for my 65th birthday but I just arrived at the right time. I enjoyed my week with my daughter and son-in-law, beautiful home, good food and fun.

My B & B is home this weekend to two lovely couples from Canada and Illinois. Reserved as a vacation home, the entire 50's furnishings are available to play with. Once again my life has been enriched by my guests. The weather has been beautiful.

The weekend is full next week. Lodi has Suzie the Duck Days on Saturday and the Arlington Festival is Thursday thru Sunday. Their parade is on Sunday and I have been looking for my 50's car to ride in, dressed in 50's clothing. I haven't had any success and nothing else seems right. Both events are lots of fun.

Question: What was Lucy's maiden name? Lucy Macgillicuddy.

Question: Paul anka's "Puppy Love" is written to what Star?

The average U.S salary in 1950 was $2992.00. Most or all our possesions were made in the USA. Most of the furnishings in my B & B were made in the USA.

I haven't found any new receipes. Check out my blog partner at Lapaceks Orchards, they have lots of great apple receipes.