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July is over halfway gone, which means that 2026 is halfway gone as well. I can hardly wrap my head around how fast time is passing. Harold and I laugh at something that we once heard, but it is so true.

“Time is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer you get to the end, the quicker it goes.” 🕰️🧻

That’s funny, but it’s so true. Time just flies. Speaking of time flying, look at this blast from the past that our niece recently sent us. They are cleaning out and getting Harold’s brother moved, and came across several old pictures. Do you recognize anyone here? There are a lot of hair changes since this picture was made. 🤦🏻‍♀️ The precious lady on the right is Mrs. Garrett, Harold’s mother. If you have my new book, Sweet Tea and Second Helpings, I have a story about her in there. She was one of the most Godly, wonderful people I ever knew. If you have read it, what did you think?

I hope that whatever you are doing today, you realize how precious time really is. Whatever you do, do it as unto the Lord. Tell your people that you love them. Make memories. Use your special things. Don’t waste one single minute of the gift of time.

I love you all, and it is never lost on me that you take the time to be here. I appreciate that more than you could ever know.

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Ok friends. It had been a while since we shared a Dollar Tree post, so I told Amy she needed to get to it. 😉 In true Amy fashion, she sent me about 25 pictures of things that I should share. I told her to try to categorize them so we don’t overshare at one time, and this is her first installment.

We both love the EOS lotion (especially the Vanilla Cashmere scent), and as you know, they are getting more and more pricey. Amy found a dupe! She ended up buying the Vanilla and the Fresh and Comfy ones, and loves them. They are only $1.25! She also loves these under-eye patches, and this price can’t be beat. The other things are dupes for Bubble Skin Care that she tells me is all the rage for pre-teens and young teens. Y’all, I can’t even imagine preteens caring about skin care, but they do. It is a big business and they pay a lot of money for the Bubble brand. If you have granddaughters or special young girls in your life, check Dollar Tree. These dupes are good!

As always, I want to say that if you don’t like these items, you don’t have to buy them. I am just trying to provide affordable options for things that people like. Stay tuned for Amy’s Dollar Tree suggestions for back to school organization, school lunches and snacks, teacher gifts, and college dorm care packages. What would you like to see?

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This morning we celebrated another sweet baby to be at a baby shower. Our precious neighbors Jacob and Sara Grace are expecting their first child, Jaxson, next month. John Sutton can’t wait to have a new best friend. The baby shower was a brunch and it was delicious! They had biscuits, muffins, a yogurt bar, breakfast casserole, and a grits bar. Those grits! Y’all, my stomach is growling just thinking about them. I added cheese, bacon, fresh diced peppers, and crispy fried onions to mine. Oh my goodness - delicious! We loved celebrating another of God’s most precious blessings.

How do you eat your grits? Are you savory, like me, or do you add sugar? Leave me a comment and let me know.

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Good morning, friends!

Amy came over yesterday, and she said, “Are you expecting company? Why is the table set?” I laughed and told her that Harold had asked the same thing. I wasn’t expecting any company; I just wanted to have a pretty table. I had these beautiful flowers and I thought to myself, “I have all of these lovely things sitting in a cabinet. I should use them.”

So I did.

Don’t wait for a special occasion. Every day that we are alive IS a special occasion. Use the fancy plates. Enjoy the real napkins. Celebrate everything.

What are you doing today? I have another baby shower this morning, then I may go to the pool this afternoon. What about you?

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I don’t know about you, but I love it when there is a sauce or ingredient, or even a food that I love at a restaurant and they sell it so you can take it home. Have y’all had this Jersey Mike’s Hot Chopped Pepper Relish? Oh my goodness, this stuff is good! Amy turned me on to it. She loves Jersey Mike’s and bought this to bring home. She eats tuna for lunch about 4x a week, and she adds this to it. It does have a kick, so Harold doesn’t eat it, but I love it. It’s even good on hot dogs or dried beans.

What is a restaurant food that you buy and bring home? Also, what is a restaurant food that you WISH they would sell so you could buy and bring home? Leave a comment and let me know. It will be fun to read all of your suggestions.

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One of the greatest blessings that has come from my cooking page—and this page too—is the friendships God has given me.

One of those precious friends is Lori Conway. We met during a very difficult season in her life, and it has been such a blessing to watch God work in her life. What a beautiful reminder of His faithfulness.

I love that we get to encourage and cheer each other on through life's ups and downs.
Lori surprised me with this absolutely gorgeous bouquet to celebrate reaching 1 million followers on Mama Sue's Southern Kitchen. Aren't these flowers just beautiful?

Thank you, Lori, for your sweet heart, your friendship, and for celebrating this milestone with me. I am so thankful God brought us together.

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Good morning, friends! Happy Wednesday!

Last night we had a little open-play mahjong night. We missed several of our regulars, but we had such a good time laughing and playing. I got another mahjong!

It’s funny how something as small as a game can bring so much to your life. I just learned how to play in January, and it has quickly become such an important part of my life. Mahjong has brought me precious friendships, a new community, and so many laughs. I know it helps keep my mind sharp, and I surely need that. I never would have imagined that a game would bring so many blessings, but it has.

You may not play mahjong, but I encourage you to find something and jump in. Maybe it’s Bridge, or Rook, or puzzles, or art, or sewing. Check your local library or senior center for groups. You may not know anyone there. Go anyway. I’m the oldest person in our mahjong group, and I have been accepted and welcomed and helped so much. Find your new hobby, and I guarantee you will find fellowship and friends.

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Ok y’all. I want to make your day. Look at this beach babe! Blake is loving the beach, and I had to share these precious pics with my friends. Bryce is the very best big brother, and he always makes Blake smile and laugh.

Follow along at Because of Bdubb to follow all of their beach antics

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Ok friends, remember my Walmart dresses that I bought a few weeks ago? Well I wore it yesterday to a baby shower for one of Zack’s life long friends. Caemon and his wife Jacy lead the young adult ministry at our church, and Zack and Kylie are a part of it. Zack and. Admin grew up together and played ball together for their whole lives. We celebrated their upcoming baby boy with a beautiful shower. Kylie, John Sutton, and I all wore blue for the occasion. I love this dress because it’s cool and comfortable. I have it in this print and solid black, and I am going to order a few more. The price can’t be beat.

Just look at our precious John Sutton. He was so good at the shower. He really is the best baby that I have ever seen. Not to mention, he’s a little doll!

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HAPPY SUNDAY! ❤️

Harold and I are on our way to church this morning, and we are so thankful for the blessing of being able to gather with our church family. I’m always encouraged by the kindness and faith of others, and I pray they feel encouraged by me as well. I’m reminded that each day we have a choice—we can speak words that build others up or words that tear them down. My prayer is that I will always choose kindness, encouragement, and positivity. I also want you to know how grateful I am for each of you. I truly believe I have the sweetest followers, and your love, prayers, and support mean more than you know. May God bless you and your family this week. Have a wonderful Sunday!

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