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Simple + Southern Sunday No. 224

February 17, 2019~ Aerial Photogaphy, Everyday Living, Faith, Family, Granddaughter, Simple + Southern Sunday, Valentines Day, Winter

 “I will praise you, Lord, among the nations; I will sing of you among the peoples.

   For great is your love, higher than the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies.

 
  Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; let your glory be over all the earth.”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭108:3-5‬

  We are thinking if there was a way to know how many tons of goods and materials have been transported along this route through the years, the number would be staggering!

  Resilient grass! We mow it down, roll it up, and sit it at the edge of the pasture to endure the winter and it pops right out after only a few mild days.

  She loved making these Valentine cookies but we think enjoyed eating them more. Of course some were shared with her mommy and daddy!

  Preparations are made for the hungry crowd who happen to love a day nice enough to eat outside. There is something special about alfresco!

   It is also very special when a dear friend prepares this for you and serves you in style. 

  It is crappie time here in the south. This is a very tasty fish in case our friends in other parts of the world are wondering; what is a crappie?

   Winter beauty in our Historic District!

 Magnificent! Great way to end any day.

”Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever”.
Hebrews 13:8

 

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  1. Rita C. says

    February 17, 2019 at 7:32 AM

    Happy Sunday – beautiful, as always, Pam!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:22 PM

      Thank you Rita!

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  2. Alice GenLinger says

    February 17, 2019 at 8:00 AM

    I love crappie! Mama loved to fish and we had crappie if she had good luck fishing. Do you fish Pam?

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:22 PM

      Crappie and hushpuppies, now that is good eating! I don’t fish, but my Daddy used to catch a lot of crappie and my beloved Mom knew how to cook them!

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  3. marmeladegypsy says

    February 17, 2019 at 8:32 AM

    Rita wrote exactly what I was going to say! Love this series!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:21 PM

      Thank you sweet Jeanie!

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  4. Maristella says

    February 17, 2019 at 8:40 AM

    The princess always brightens up my day…Sooo cute!Lovely pictures!Have a blessed day!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:20 PM

      Thank you sweet Maristella!

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  5. Sandra at Maison De Jardin says

    February 17, 2019 at 8:44 AM

    All, simply beautiful. Of course my favorites are the ‘precious little one,’ and the sunset. I do think you should do a book of all your glorious sunsets.

    Wishing you and yours a most beautiful day and week ahead!❤?

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:15 PM

      Thank you sweet friend!

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  6. the Painted Apron says

    February 17, 2019 at 10:19 AM

    Thank you for the uplifting eye candy today Pam! The sunset is truly magnificent! I know you and Ella Mae had fun baking! Sweet ❤️
    Jenna

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:14 PM

      Jenna, Ella Mae wants to help every time I cook anything!

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  7. S C Williams says

    February 17, 2019 at 10:54 AM

    Hi Pam, Beautiful photos, always look forward to Sunday! The cookies look tasty & Ella Mae looks so cute in her little dress showing off both of your backing talents (she’ll remember these precious moments). The salad is so colorful and looks delicious on the beautiful plate. Oh that wonderful sunset, God’s beauty can’t be beat! Love the historic district house and the brick church with the arched windows. Can’t wait to eat outside & walk along a body of water without shivering! Spring will be here soon! Wishing you a relaxing day. Clara ❤️

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    • S C Williams says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:55 AM

      Baking talents, auto correct is so frustrating!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:13 PM

      Looking forward to spring dear Clara. We are expecting 8 inches of rain this week. We have had so many gray skies, it makes me appreciate when the sun peeks through! Blessings always~

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  8. Nancy says

    February 17, 2019 at 11:11 AM

    Oh I love Crappie!!

    But I love your Sunday pictures even more. And your little princess! ?

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:11 PM

      Fried crappie and hushpuppies with slaw is hard to beat!

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  9. Maria says

    February 17, 2019 at 12:21 PM

    It is so refreshing to be reminded of Our Lord and His love, in today’s social media! Your family is a fortunate one!
    Thank you!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:10 PM

      Thank you Maria, blessings!

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  10. lulu says

    February 17, 2019 at 1:43 PM

    I remember my daddy and uncle fishing for crappie. If any were caught my mother and aunt would fry them up along with hushpuppies. You’ve inspired a pleasant memory.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:10 PM

      My beloved mother knew how to cook crappie and hush puppies…so delicious!

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  11. Roxanne says

    February 17, 2019 at 2:05 PM

    Ella Mae looks like a Valentine in that sweet little top. Your photos of the sky and clouds always amaze me. And that salad….I could devour the entire plate of it. Every year about this time, my body just craves fresh fruit. Hope you have a joy filled week, Pam.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 10:09 PM

      Thank you Roxanne, the salad was delicious and the fellowship even better!

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  12. Bonnie Morgan says

    February 17, 2019 at 6:13 PM

    The sparkle in Ella Mae’s eyes tell it all. She loved making cookies and eating them! Precious memories!

    That salad looks delicious.

    Looking forward to Monday Blooms tomorrow.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 17, 2019 at 9:58 PM

      Thank you Bonnie. She loves to stand at the counter to help.

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  13. Cheryl says

    February 17, 2019 at 6:46 PM

    So beautiful, as always! Little Ella Mae just gets cuter by the day! I can just imagine how much fun it was to bake the cookies with her and see her enjoy them! God bless you, sweet friend!

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  14. Elizabeth Day says

    February 18, 2019 at 10:16 AM

    Beautiful pictures as always, but that salad really hit a chord with me. But, your beautiful little Ella Mae wins hands down. Such a doll!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 18, 2019 at 1:11 PM

      Thanks so much sweet Libby!

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  15. barefootlilylady says

    February 18, 2019 at 7:30 PM

    Serenely beautiful scenic photos, but I especially love your photo of your little love with the Valentine cookies. Precious!

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  16. inspiredbyjoydianne says

    February 20, 2019 at 9:11 AM

    Ella Mae is more beautiful every day. Love your photos that always speak of God’s abundance. Always love the sunsets. Have a blessed week. Keep thinking March is date for the new baby?

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      February 20, 2019 at 11:33 AM

      Yes, baby girl is due the end of March!

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My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Ala My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Alabama!
Rare scenes in our Northeast Alabama Foothills! # Rare scenes in our Northeast Alabama Foothills!

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