Category Archives: Mississippi

When a plan does not work, back up, and start backing up again

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Suzassippi

All three piers are now complete: filled with concrete and mortared into place, sitting on that 16 inch deep ground fill of concrete and rebar. After a day of rest today, tomorrow is sunny and dry, so I will head … Continue reading →

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Rain rain, go away, little Suzi wants to finish building a house

Posted on July 22, 2021 by Suzassippi

When I sent Rand a message that we were interrupted by a downpour, his reply was: “Mississippi is a harsh mistress!” (Note: who said it is the mistress who is harsh–besides Rando, I mean? Maybe Mississippi is a harsh master, … Continue reading →

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Every thing that lasts needs a good foundation: We have not lift off, but sink down…

Posted on July 21, 2021 by Suzassippi

to that concrete and steel foundation! It was music to my ears to hear the sound of the concrete truck backing up the driveway this morning! I was ecstatic last night when Rand called and said the contractor would be … Continue reading →

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Made in Occupied Japan: 1947-1952

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Suzassippi

The first year Randy and I were married, his mother gave me this platter for Christmas. She knew I collected and enjoyed vintage dishes. Every year at Thanksgiving and Christmas, this platter held our turkey. I have used it a … Continue reading →

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Serta Smart Layers: The Executive Air Chair

Posted on July 17, 2021 by Suzassippi

Okay, this is totally not a sponsored post–I do not even know how people get to do those and get freebies or money. I just know I am so happy to be sitting in this chair right now, and I … Continue reading →

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Finally Friday: What’s on your agenda?

Posted on June 18, 2021 by Suzassippi

Happy Friday, Gateway to the Weekend. Oh, wait, it’s all weekend all the time now. 🙂

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Meanwhile, back in Itta Bena with the Favara family…Part II

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Suzassippi

Last week, I looked at John Favara and his family, Part I. Since then, I have reached the conclusion that I could write a book about the Favara family and their lives in Itta Bena and beyond. When I was … Continue reading →

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South Rail Trail

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Suzassippi

I will get back to the Itta Bena story next, but for a little fun and relaxation, I walked a leg of the South Rail Trail for the first time Saturday. I need to increase my exercise, and there is … Continue reading →

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John Favara’s Southern Cafe in Itta Bena: Part I

Posted on June 12, 2021 by Suzassippi

In the early 1900s, Front Street in Itta Bena was on both sides of the railroad tracks. The business district developed first along the south side of the tracks. In my earlier trips to Itta Bena, I had not paid … Continue reading →

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Those amazing opportunities cleverly disguised as problems

Posted on June 6, 2021 by Suzassippi

Sometimes if you have been snoozing instead of paying attention, things can sneak up on you. We all know a lot of “sneaking up” occurred in the last year and I was no exception. Even though I was fortunate to … Continue reading →

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