"Virginia Tadrzynski" > wrote in message
...
>I remember a few years ago, Sheryl Rosen posted of her dad's passing and
>the
> food tastes and slightly odd food items that bring their memories flooding
> back. We all posted items that reminded us of our deceased relatives that
> brought smiles to our faces.
>
> Mark, hon. Been there, done that, and the thought of losing your mom
> doesn't get easier. We deal with it in time, but some things just open
> the
> wound. Remember her good times, forget the bad. When dealing with your
> sister, remember, her mom died too. Sending you a big cyber hug.
>
> Now. For the rest of us. A new thread.........what did your mom cook
> that
> you remember most? My mom couldn't cook if her life depended on
> it......mostly throw togethers and Encore dinners. One recipe she tried
> was
> called "Mexican Fiesta" it was ground beef, mixed with cooked rice,
> drained
> stewed tomatoes, and topped with a jiffy cornbread mix. No spices, she
> didn't use them. Bland......you betcha. My father either called it
> Slumgullion or Mexican Shit. Remember being little when an evangelist
> came
> calling. Asked what we were eating and I said "Mexican shit' ....shoulda
> seen them trying to cover that up...
>
> Your best mom memories?


This is a lovely post ginny. I look forward to responses!

Ophelia
Scotland