The Paint Pony Chronicles

Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your day, and keep your loved ones close. It is definitely a different year Mama died in February, and my niece died in July plus COVID, yet I am thankful for everything I DO have, and my family and friends. A big shout out to my brother-in-law Greg who loved his Turkey. Wherever you are enjoy your Turkey with your daughter Trisha, and Mama I am sure she is making her rolls. Enjoy every bit of your life, it changes in an instant. I love my family and friends so much, a BIG thank you for everything you do! My daughter what can I say...so, so proud of the woman you have become, what a BLESSING you are! Your students are so LUCKY to have a teacher like you!!And to my animals..Durby, Jake, and Cat thank you for getting me through one of the worst years of my life!   

This photo cracked me up!  This is my daughter's cat, she likes to dress her in costumes and hats. She doesn't look as annoyed as she usually does. Haha! Bring on the holidays!!  

I got lucky twice with my two horses. The first time I had my girl for 27 years. This boy right here sure is just as special in different ways. He is always happy to see me, and takes care of me when we ride.   

  I think I will try this. I am always looking for something different to change up my workouts.

  I have a small table that I need to paint to match the couch my sister is giving me. The couch is gray with chaise at one end. I like the colors of this table, in fact my table looks similar to this one. It came from my mom's estate. I took several pieces that are real wood and old. They all need to be painted.

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I had a biopsy yesterday I need some comfort food. No riding for a few days. Let's eat!   Ingredients Ingredient Checklist 2 tablespoons butter ¼ cup finely chopped onion 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk ¾ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon dry mustard ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 (8 ounce) package processed American cheese, cut into strips Directions Instructions Checklist Step 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Step 2 Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion for 2 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk, salt, mustard and pepper; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture boils and thickens. Step 3 Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Step 4 To the milk mixture add the Cheddar and American cheeses; stir until cheese melts. Combine macaroni and chee...