Author and Co-Founder of Wilderness Road Hospitality

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This is one of the last pictures I took of my moth

This is one of the last pictures I took of my mother. Today is her birthday and while this is normally a time to give gifts, I can’t give my mother a gift today because she is in heaven. Instead, I can reflect on the many gifts she gave me in my lifetime through valuable lessons she taught me. This list is not exhaustive, but a few things that came to mind as I reflected this morning.

To learn to cook, clean and do my own laundry as a child.
To be independent, to be a self-starter, and to “buck-up” at the hard things in life.
To love God’s creation, including animals of all types, but horses in particular, and all trees, plants and flowers.
To pay my bills before they are due and to avoid debt
To express myself creatively
To be intellectually curious and always learn new things no matter the age
To “make do” when need be.
To show mercy and compassion
To love God and love others
To laugh and have fun
To persevere

These Caprese Skewers are a simple appetizer, but

These Caprese Skewers are a simple appetizer, but they are so refreshing and perfect for summer. You need three ingredients and skewers to make a flavorful and filling appetizer for your guests: fresh basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, and buffalo mozzarella balls.

This is a version of the Italian Caprese salad without the olive oil and the plated presentation.

However, it still has the notable red, white, and green representing the Italian flag. It is best when prepared the day of your event. Enjoy!

For weddings, my go-to gift is a piece of pottery,

For weddings, my go-to gift is a piece of pottery, Chef's Blend and Citrus hand soap for the kitchen sink, and a good assortment of other soap products to fill the newlyweds' home. Another gift idea is our Plainview Farm subscription club. The newlyweds will receive a quarterly gift box for one year, an excellent way to get them started with natural bath products.

Kentucky Soaps and Such is also the place to go for your summer gatherings: From bourbon barrel charcuterie boards and trays to delicious BBQ sauces, meat rubs, dip mixes, pickles, snacks, and even hostess gifts, be sure to stop by for all your summer festivities.

Shop in-store or online at kentuckysoapsandsuch.com!

The Stanford Inn welcomes Logan and Caroline Mille

The Stanford Inn welcomes Logan and Caroline Miller as our co-directors. Caroline is working with reservations, and Logan is helping with reservations while creating unique experiences for our guests. They have an 18-month-old daughter, Addie Jane, and live in downtown Stanford. They come most recently from Colorado Springs, but Logan's family has roots in Eastern Kentucky, and Caroline is originally from Georgia.

Cerulean offers Taco Tuesdays from 4 to 7:30 pm wh

Cerulean offers Taco Tuesdays from 4 to 7:30 pm when the Terrace is not booked for a private event. Our next Taco Tuesday is tomorrow! Come enjoy delicious tacos, chips, and guacamole with your friends on the Terrace.

Check Cerulean's Facebook page for updates on Taco Tuesday's upcoming summer dates.

Sunday morning playtime.

Sunday morning playtime.

We continue work on the newly named Jack Hart Hous

We continue work on the newly named Jack Hart House as our latest addition to The Stanford Inn at Wilderness Road. Here are some pictures that require imagination, but hang on, it is coming together!

The first photo shows the view from the kitchen to the living area, where a wood-burning fireplace is being built from salvaged stones. The next photos show the future king bedroom for the Hart House, with a vaulted ceiling and a wonky bookcase, all part of the charm of an old house.

Join us for a late afternoon or evening meal at @T

Join us for a late afternoon or evening meal at @The Bluebird on Friday and Saturday nights. They are currently serving a dinner menu from 3 to 8 pm. It features Bluebird favorites and rotating seasonal specials like Cajun Jambalaya.

We have so appreciated your patience as we rebuild from the pandemic, and we are pleased to be one step closer to serving both the community and our Stanford Inn customers by bringing back weekend dinners.

See the menu at bluebirdnatural.com.

24 years of Happy Trails!

24 years of Happy Trails!

The garden is producing and right now I am knee-de

The garden is producing and right now I am knee-deep in green beans. I pick, Jess breaks, and I can. Sometimes my niece Lea Ann helps, and if you visit my house in green bean season, you might just find yourself breaking beans along with us. Below is a picture of my sweet mama and my grandkids Franny and Roman during one of our family bean-breaking sessions. Mom died nearly three years ago, so I treasure this picture and the memories even more. But, we carry on making new traditions and new memories.

Lots going on in this picture.

Lots going on in this picture.

Southern girls out west trying to make the tea swe

Southern girls out west trying to make the tea sweet. 😂