It's still raining and although my porch is leaking worse than ever my prayers and sympathies go to those who are truly devastated by flooding in Missouri and Arkansas....and to all who are suffering in any way.
I have a little story to tell about a movie I remembered seeing years and years ago that I loved. All I could remember about it was that it starred Jane Wyman and she was a cabbage farmer. I have searched and searched for this movie for years and never could find it until TODAY!!!! I happened to be looking for Cabbages and Roses a U.K. based houseware and clothing company and lo and behold up came this movie mentioning cabbages and Jane Wyman! It is called So Big and was made in 1953. I did order the book which is by Edna Ferber and I would like to read the book before I watch the movie again. I spent all day trying apps and channels on Roku and even Amazon trying to find the movie but to no avail. I'm sure you can get it on Turner Classic Movie channel if you have satellite but I don't. Anyway, it was a BIG rabbit hole that took a lot of my time today.
I tried to download a clip but this is all I was able to display. The book was a Pulitzer Prize Winner (am I embarrassed now as you know what I've said about PPW's...I am beginning to eat my words) written by Edna Ferber back in 1924. Are any of you familiar with it? I am still searching for the movie so if any of you know where I could purchase a copy or better yet watch it for free without giving up my firstborn child, I would truly appreciate it. My SIL just told me to check Daily Motion so I am off to do that.
Meanwhile, in between my quest, I did get a few things done and I'm now working on the heel flap of my #2 sock......it was so dark and rainy today that I had to have lamps lit all day.......so pardon the lighting in the photos............
and candles were keeping it cozy and warm as the rain splattered against the windows and the wind blew......what a wonderful day to enjoy the Hygge!
For supper I'm roasting asparagus......425 degrees F oven, foil lined cookie sheet, and toss with olive oil, salt and pepper....cook for 9-15 minutes depending on how much you are cooking. I just snap the ends off...they will break where it is tough.
I'm also making mac and cheese from a box but it's organic.............
I hope you have a cozy evening where ever you are and are safe and dry!
Happy Trails!
I have a little story to tell about a movie I remembered seeing years and years ago that I loved. All I could remember about it was that it starred Jane Wyman and she was a cabbage farmer. I have searched and searched for this movie for years and never could find it until TODAY!!!! I happened to be looking for Cabbages and Roses a U.K. based houseware and clothing company and lo and behold up came this movie mentioning cabbages and Jane Wyman! It is called So Big and was made in 1953. I did order the book which is by Edna Ferber and I would like to read the book before I watch the movie again. I spent all day trying apps and channels on Roku and even Amazon trying to find the movie but to no avail. I'm sure you can get it on Turner Classic Movie channel if you have satellite but I don't. Anyway, it was a BIG rabbit hole that took a lot of my time today.
Meanwhile, in between my quest, I did get a few things done and I'm now working on the heel flap of my #2 sock......it was so dark and rainy today that I had to have lamps lit all day.......so pardon the lighting in the photos............
Happy Trails!
Oh I'm sorry that you're still having so much rain. Isn't the weather crazy everywhere this year? It was 86 here today and tomorrow is supposed to be 52! The asparagus looked absolutely wonderful and I've never heard of white macaroni and cheese in a box. It sounds yummy. Great progress on your sock. I'm impressed.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Betsy
We like roasted asparagus too I sometimes sprinkle ours with Parmesean Cheese! Yummy! So sorry to hear about your leaking roof, and I saw some of the flooding and it looked bad:(
ReplyDeleteWe love to sprinkle chopped dried rosemary and olive oil on roasted asparagus. Yum. Sorry you are dealing with a leaky roof. It's very, very wet here too.
ReplyDeleteI searched of it on ebay and found a copy in another country. Don't know if that's a good idea or not though. I'll look some more for you! Hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteWrong movie...this one has Barbara Stanwick...sorry! I'll look some more!
DeleteThank you, Diane! You are so sweet to look for me. I have not looked on Ebay so I will check it out.
DeleteHi Sam :) I LOVE mac and cheese! I haven't made it for a while, but that certainly is a nice comfort meal :) That movie, thanks for the suggestion. I like Jane Wyman but I'm a big Sterling Hayden fan, he plays Pervis, I guess her hubby. I can't suggest how to find it (legally!) :) I'm going to look for it though. Today should be a hygge day for me too, it's raining and chilly out!
ReplyDeleteI've looked and looked and cannot find a place to buy it but at least I have the book coming from Thrift Books!
DeleteHave you ever made Ina Garten's mac 'n cheese? It is delicious. My kids and husband LOVE it and request it time to time. I'm glad you found your movie. I hate it when I keep thinking about something but can't recollect it clearly. I LOVE your sock yarn! It's so fruity, like watermelon and cantaloupe!
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried her recipe but I will now. I love her cooking but sometimes I can't find the 'fancy' ingredients around here. Those were originally my 'summer' socks because they reminded me of watermelon too! LOL!
DeleteHi Sam,
ReplyDeleteI know I loved another movie with Jane in, and it was called "JOHNEY BELINDA" have you seen that one? I watch it every time it comes on. I have heard of the book, "SO BIG" BUT NOT SURE IF I HAVE READ IT. WILL LOOK INTO THAT.
Nancy Jo