editor’s letter

just a note from Barbara

Apple Pie without Some cheese It’s like a kiss without a squeeze…

Forgive me for borrowing some liberty from an anonymous quote! Something about the sweet, homey thought of an apple pie...well, I’m innocent.

National Pie Day starts off our new year. Whether it’s a sugary dessert pie or a steamy meat/veggie pie—we want ‘em! Everyone loves pies…and what a super comfort food for the wintery days ahead of us in 2022, promising us lots of hope for getting back to our “normal lifestyles.” foodsandflavors has more popular air fryer recipes, a new Best Cook sent an easy, quick entre recipe for dinner plus a favorite Best Cook from the past along with contributions from our regular food contributors and their yummy Yadkin Valley recipes.

Guest writer Amy Beam gave us the story of her grandmother, one of the Yadkin Valley People and her personal crocheting instructor.

Did you know George Washington, our first president, had a body guard? He did…a man from Wilkes. We have this intricately historical mystery story from Mary.

Wait until you see the glorious wedding gowns, bridesmaids dresses— all in style for the 2022 year...you’ll want to get married all over again... maybe to celebrate your fifth or tenth anniversaries.

As a big fan of writer/author Rick Bragg, I was curious about his newest book, a dog non-fiction story describing his affection for a down in the dumps, beat up stray dog. Bragg did not disappoint as you enjoy his style of writing of realistic passion, empathy and his dry sense of humor.

Thinking about love, in honor of Valentine’s Day, learn about dogs’ love of their “hoomans” and then enjoy recognizing your childhood vintage Valentine’s cards...some of the quotes are still priceless.

The Yadkin Valley continues to amaze as story after story comes in for our regular feature called caring hearts. For example, there’s a new veterans’ thrift store in Boonville where ALL proceeds go to veterans in need. Darlene Crews, one of the founders, is excited with the generosity of the community and surrounding areas as items circulate quickly and make room for more items. If you have good, clean donations call Darlene at 336-469-5665 or 336-469-6940. In the next issue watch for a class of elementary kids collecting soda tin can tabs to benefit veterans...you’ll smile and feel good.

Stay warm and healthy until then.

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