Back in April- Easter

I know that this is really late but so many memories I did not want to leave out!

On Easter morning the Randolph Krewe woke up and went to an early church service. It ended up being more wild than I thought but that is only because I am used to a more calm atmosphere. It was pleasant and uplifting.

After church we headed to my sister-n-law's, rents house, and we enjoyed a wonderful Easter Brunch. The toddlers enjoyed a little Easter egg hunt while the adults had there adult beverages. It was so nice to have Tater and my nephew, Jackson spend some quality time with one another. They really grow to fast!

After our visit we headed to my parents house and ate again. Crawfish and BBQ was on the menu. I got to love on my beautiful niece and nephew and watch them open many little presents from the Easter Bunny. I love watching their eyes light up.

When we got home that afternoon we were beat, to say the least, but just then Tater realized that the Rabbit had came to visit him....at his house. Oh my gosh! I am surprised that the kid did not go into a sugar coma with all the candy he had that day.

Until next Easter.....

Wordless Wednesday: Family Photo





I have such a gorgeous family!

Thank goodness my sister-in-law is always in the mood for family pictures. Don't mind my raccoon eyes!

PS. I am sure you can tell that these are from our Destin (Blue Mountain Beach), Florida vacation.

Watching you sleep..

Often I sit here and watch you sleep,
Always trying to figure out the
Secrets that you keep.

Do you wonder why the sky is blue?
And do you wonder what it means
When I say, "I love you?"

What are you dreaming with your
Eyes shut so tight?
And if it scares you, Can I
Make it right?


Can you understand the
Love that I feel?
And will you always know
What I feel is real?

This is what I wonder when I
See you fast asleep,
Always trying to figure out
The secrets that you keep.

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Chef Istre!

This past Friday the Randolph three dined out at Hot Food Express. Our friend J. Istre was the guest chef for the night. His specialty was tequila shrimp.

Istre is a great cook and there was no hesitation to go and support his cooking. I have eaten at the diner once before and it was incredible. I love the laid back atmosphere and the associates are very accommodating. My last visit I got a simple salad, which turned out to be one of the best I had ever had.

J. has been a guest chef once before at Hot Food Express. He made a killer meatloaf and it completely sold out. Thankfully, J. cooked the meatloaf for our friends and us, for practice. I do believe its the best meatloaf I have ever eaten. He makes it in a nice single serving that you can eat straight out of the mini pans.

Well when DJ Zee invited him back to his kitchen I was over joyed to taste J's newest creation. It was raining that Friday night (tropical storm rolling through) but that did not stop us from joining the rest of the crowd in line for good home cooking. Mr. Randolph had their famous spicy chicken breast, fried rice, and fries. Tater nommed on chicken nuggets and fries, while I inhaled the tequila shrimp over fried rice. The food did not stand a chance.

We are so proud of J. and really think he missed his calling. I do believe he will be a Chef one day and possibly have his own restaurant. Until then I will welcome him in my kitchen and donate my belly to any of his creations.

He enjoyed Uncle J's fab cookin!