The dogs have a new food

We had no idea that our two Dachshunds would also enjoy the garden this year. My husband and I were enjoying our first of the season zucchini and the dogs started begging for a taste. An exchange of glances and we decided to let the dogs see if they liked squash.

We were amazed that both dogs continued to beg for bites of the delicious squash and we laughed so hard at their antics to get more. They would only stop when we showed the dogs that there was nothing left.

The Purple Cherokee tomatoes have finally yielded their first taste as have all of the other heirlooms, and my decision is that the Purples are the only ones that will get a place in my garden next year. I had a typical southern sandwich yesterday and it was spectacular.

For the uninformed, a typical redneck, or southern sandwich, is two pieces of fresh white bread, Hellman's mayonnaise, and a thick slab of tomato. A little salt and pepper finishes the delicacy.

Now, I know it might not sound like a lot, but it is a summer specialty. Summer in the south is hot and light food is always the order. Even some of our all time favorites, like fried chicken, does not always sit right on your tummy. One of the tomato sandwiches is always good.

It appears that Jimmy and Beanie are not the only ones who have a new favorite. I do too.