I have to admit that I am kind of hooked on Facebook. It sort of takes me away from the blog scene. I feel a little silly since Facebook seems primarily a teenage phenomenon, but it's amazing how many "older" people are on there! I have a so many college, high school and church friends on there that I haven't seen in eons. Not to mention relatives! And so, alas, I have a feeling that my my blogging days are numbered. But, just so I don't feel too guilty, here are some pictures of some highlights of our month so far....
The NEW Strawberry Jam
For years now I have been searching for the perfect strawberry jam recipe. I've tried cooked, uncooked, low-sugar, regular sugar, extra sure jell, you name it! I never really like how it turns out. Usually it's too runny. Last time it was a complete disaster! Well, this year I happened to stumble upon an recipe that was used by my friend Amber. And the best part is, it uses INSTANT CLEAR JEL, so NO COOKING is involved! Also it used 1/2 THE SUGAR so you can actually taste the strawberries! So, today after we picked 75 quarts of strawberries in 1 hour, I decided to try this recipe. So far, I LOVE it! Here is the recipe: 2 1/2 c. sugar 5TBSP + 1 tsp Instant Clear Jel 5 c. crushed strawberries Mix the sugar and clear jel well. Add to the berries and mix well. Let set for 10 minutes. Fill jars. Freeze or refrigerate.
What great pictures! I'm a little jealous of the cousin gathering. It looks like it was a lot of fun.
ReplyDeleteI hope you don't stop blogging, Wynette. You've gotta have somewhere to use your writing skills!
Hey I'm with you on the blogging thing. SOmetimes I just feel like that it could be the thing to go....because facebook is so much quicker and easier to do. :) Great pictures. Can't wait to see you next week.
ReplyDeleteGreat memories! I loved seeing all the cousins play together. Thanks again for helping get us together.
ReplyDeleteYou should keep blogging. It's a great way to record all those memories we soon forget. :)