On November 13, 2008, Jim Cummings posted a new recipe that we have enjoyed twice this week. He posted a design that can be worked in Outline Stitch embroidery, as well. Here is a response from someone who lived through the hard times of the Depression, and whose husband served valiantly in World War II. Here is the link to the recipes page: http://www.quiltersmuse.com/frugal-soup.htm
Hi Pat,
I had a few extra minutes so looked at the recipe and the design. Did I have a good laugh for myself!
I married a man born in Scotland of very frugal Scottish parents. NOTHING was ever wasted. My parents weren’t Scottish, but they didn’t have a lot of money either, esp. during the depression when my father wasn’t working, and if it wasn’t for the fact my grandparents raised vegetables and chickens, we might have gone hungry at one point. But we had a chicken once a week and just about every day thereafter in one form or another for quite a while. We even used the feet to make a wonderful, rich soup that you can’t make today.
The favorite quote in DH’s house was Waste Not Want Not so I will so much enjoy embroidering this for my kids who also heard it at least once a day. We grew up not wasting anything, and my kids and even grandkids couldn’t understand why the lights had to be turned off when you left the room, or you shut the water off and just didn’t let it run when brushing teeth, don’t waste food … well, the list goes on and on.
This piece will be a warm reminder of my in-laws and parents, the Depression, and my life to a great extent. I’m so glad Jim did this … it’s like it was made for me (and for many others I’m sure). Thank him for me.
Regards,
Carol
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Dear Carol,
Thanks so much for your kind note. I am sure that Jim will be happy to read it.
Best,
Pat
