Localism: Spartanburg, SC

Surprise: Gas Prices

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:20:00 -0500

I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw the price of gas today in Upstate, South Carolina. The price of gas was $2.999 per gallon on one corner and $2.959 per gallon on the other corner. Was I seeing things? Was that first number actually a "2" not a "3"? I wasn't the only one questioning the signs, it seemed liked everyone was slowing down to look at the signs. It was almost a traffic hazard. There were 20 to 30 cars deep waiting in line for the "cheaper" gas. It was encouraging sign. I hope the lower prices will continue. it will help lift everybody spirits.

Ginger Ryals

The Jan Walker Team

Prudential, C Dan Joyner and Young Realtors

www.janwalkerteam.com

Week-end Wedding

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:59 -0500

I attended the wedding of my nepfew this past weekend and it was just awesome. It was in a small chapel on the top of Glassy Mountain in upper South Carolina. The views were breathtaking. Then on to the reception and a sit down dinner and dancing. It was so fine.

Grand Grandchildren

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 21:02:22 -0500

I can't wait untill tomorrow, it's Friday, and I get to pick up my grandchildren at school and pre-school. They are so beautiful and so precious to me and I do look forward to the 'next' time I am able to spend some time with them. They are just the right ages to cuddle and love you back

Moldings, Iceing on the Cake

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:56:36 -0500

It's amazing the differance a little bit of decorative wood molding can make. Frame out a picture window, add deep crown molding to a high cieling, even a simple chair rail in a guest bathroom changes the entire look of the room. I just believe you can not have too much molding.

Cheesesteak Subs !

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 05:59:11 -0500

1 1/2 pounds top round steak
2 green bell peppers, 1/2-inch slices
1 large onion, 1/2-inch slices
8 ounces mushrooms, quartered
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon minced garlic
6 slices provolone cheese
6 sandwich rolls

Slice steak into very thin slices. Place sliced steak into large zip-top bag, set aside.

In another zip-top bag, add sliced peppers and onions, and quartered mushrooms. Set aside.

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, onion soup mix, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour half of marinade into each of the zip-top bags. In a small bowl combine mayonnaise and minced garlic, set aside.

Preheat saute pan on grill. Saute vegetables until desired degree of doneness, about 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. Quickly grill steak. Remove and set aside.

Spread sandwich rolls with garlic mayonnaise. Fill rolls with steak, vegetables and a slice of provolone cheese. Wrap sandwich with foil and place on the grill and cover. Cook until cheese has melted. Serve.

Cook's Tip: Put the steak in the freezer for 15 minutes to make it easier to slice.