Author Archives: Sue Edison-Swift

2021 Greetings

Posted on April 25, 2022 by Sue Edison-Swift

Under the hopeful heading, “Better late than never,” I’m posting our December holiday card in April. After being offline for months, my blog is operational again, thanks to Paul’s skill and persistence. Find the backside of the card on the … Continue reading →

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Doot-Doot Cake

Posted on July 6, 2021 by Sue Edison-Swift

2021 Update Yesterday, Walter and I had fun making Doot-Doot Cake. You’ll see the original Penzeys recipe on the counter. “It’s been a long time, Umma,” said Walter. “It’s the first Doot-Doot since COVID.” Meep. Walter named a small and … Continue reading →

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Holy Trinity Sunday

Posted on May 30, 2021 by Sue Edison-Swift

It crosses my mind every almost every Holy Trinity Sunday: The Associated Church Press convention at Kanuga Retreat Center in Hendersonville, NC. Held in 1990-something, this small gathering was a mountaintop experience in many ways. I remember being one of … Continue reading →

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Mammogram

Posted on March 18, 2021 by Sue Edison-Swift

Today, I’ll have a routine mammogram. I’ve always been grateful for access to excellent healthcare and the insurance to pay for it. Ever since a 2006 ELCA World Hunger visit to Chile to visit the EPES (“Popular Education for Health”) … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Dip

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Sue Edison-Swift

The Ingredients 8 ounces cottage cheese* 4 ounces cocktail sauce (Hoffman House* or Heinz) 4 ounces low-fat (Neufchatel) cream cheese (Philadelphia brand) 1 tsp fresh lemon juice* 3 green onions*, minced 2 four-ounce cans* of shrimp, drained and gently rinsed. … Continue reading →

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Sue’s Potato Salad ala Norma

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Sue Edison-Swift

This is my version of my mother’s potato salad. It’s more of a memory than a recipe. Serves 6. THE POTATOES One pound (#1) Yukon Gold potatoes, skin on. New potatoes work, too. Mom used peeled russet potatoes. Fill a … Continue reading →

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Believing Thomas

Posted on April 18, 2020 by Sue Edison-Swift

An Easter devotion based on John 20:1-29 On that first Easter day, we are told in the Gospel of John, Peter and another disciple visited the empty tomb and returned home, “for they did not yet understand” (John 20:9). Mary … Continue reading →

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Faithful stewardship in a time of crisis

Posted on March 17, 2020 by Sue Edison-Swift

Faithful stewardship in a time of crisis: Generously give as you are able. Graciously receive as you need. Love God, neighbor, and yourself. Generously give as you are able As you are able, maintain or increase your giving to your … Continue reading →

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2020 Greetings!

Posted on January 14, 2020 by Sue Edison-Swift

Recently, we were surprised to find it snowing, with an inch of accumulation, as we headed out with Sam-the-Dog and Hank-the-Granddog for their nighttime walk. What a gorgeous night. Fluffy snow. Not cold. Full moon. Dogs delighted to follow bunny … Continue reading →

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29 August 1919

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Sue Edison-Swift

My father, Kermit Edison, was born 100 years ago today. Born in August, he also died in August, just shy of his 60th birthday. There’s a lot I don’t know about my father. He was not a talker or a … Continue reading →

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