Monthly Archives: June 2026

Blues Underground

Posted on June 18, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  Check out the Blues Underground…       … an entertaining and highly talented band based in Rutherfordton, NC. We caught them last weekend on the deck at Green River Eddy’s Tavern at the Saluda Outfitters.       … Continue reading →

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Mom’s Hawaiian Meatballs

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

I was blessed with parents who loved cooking. Times and ingredients change, as do preparation techniques. But family classics remain true. We published a trio of paperback cookbooks (also in digital formats) called Fifty Years of Fabulous Family Favorites. From … Continue reading →

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Try to Be Patient

Posted on June 14, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

“Holding on to anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha (6th or 5th century BC) Founder of Buddhism   Try to be patient with “haters” who can only express … Continue reading →

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Sing, Baby!

Posted on June 13, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “A bird in the hand is a certainty, but a bird in the bush may sing.” — Bret Harte (1836-1902) American short-story writer & poet

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Las Yumminess!

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  Though we only stopped once in a casino for this photo, we can’t step away from our Las Vegas visit without mentioning the food.       Literally, we could go to Vegas only for the wide array of … Continue reading →

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“O”

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  We go to Las Vegas for the shows, not the casinos.       And Cirque du Soleil repeatedly outdoes itself.       We’ve seen “O” previously, but the newest rendition is even more mind-boggling.     The … Continue reading →

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Michael Jackson ONE

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Cirque du Soleil creates the most amazing productions.       “Michael Jackson ONE” at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas is no exception. This truly immersive tribute to the King of Pop rocks with non-stop choreography, creative acrobatics, and state-of-the-art … Continue reading →

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Sir Rod Stewart Rocks!

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  My hubby, Sir Ronald, scored fantabulous front seats to catch Sir Rod Stewart in concert at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.     A bad sinus infection forced the cancellation of his two May dates, but we were blessed … Continue reading →

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Rewind!

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

On Saturday night, we caught a super foursome at Sully’s Place in Columbus, NC.         “Rewind” plays classic, Southern, and British rock music… mostly from the 1969 – 1979 era. https://www.facebook.com/TheRewindBandNC/ Hailing from the Forest City, NC … Continue reading →

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Original!

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

“A thought is often original, though you have uttered it a hundred times.” — Oliver Wendell Holmes (1841 – 1935) American jurist & associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court

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Pet Appreciation Week

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  For Pet Appreciation Week, I express deep gratitude for the critters who bring special meaning into our lives. They are special adopted family members who forever leave footprints in our hearts.         Update: Our dear little … Continue reading →

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Purposefully Does It Well

Posted on June 5, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

    “Be a life long or short, its completeness depends on what it was lived for.” — David Starr Jordan (1851 – 1931) American ichthyologist (study of fish) Founding president of Stanford University

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Smile, Baby, Smile!

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “If you choose one characteristic that would get you through life, choose a sense of humor.” — Jennifer Jones (1919 – 2009) American actress & mental health advocate My 2025 book, “Humor… and Other Life Seasonings” is available in … Continue reading →

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Do Not Fear Darkness

Posted on June 3, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “It has to be dark for the stars to appear.” — Warren Wiersbe (1929 – 2019) American Christian clergyman & writer  

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National Rotisserie Chicken Day

Posted on June 2, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

For National Rotisserie Chicken Day, enjoy your favorite seasoned poultry as it is. Leftovers are great to add to white chili, pizza, sandwiches, omelets, soup, lasagna, bolognese sauce, tossed or pasta salads, enchiladas, tacos, or nachos. A favorite for me … Continue reading →

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Anything’s Possible

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “Once you choose hope, anything’s possible.” — Christopher Reeve (1952 – 2004) American actor & activist

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