“There’s so much more to a book than just the reading.” ~Maurice Sendak
Author: Dora Hiers
Excited about Eating by Ernie & Dora Hiers
This edition of Excited about Eating takes us to Banner Elk, NC, and to The Pedalin’ Pig BBQ, a locally owned and operated restaurant using local sourced ingredients. Besides the normal BBQ options, this regional favorite also offers tacos, salads, and a bunch of different sides.
Huge with several different eating spaces
Dora here. We’ve eaten at this location a couple of times now. The interior is a bit tired and worn, yet still gives off that homey, comfortable vibe. It’s also huge, with several different eating spaces. But I can’t wait until the weather warms and we can sit outdoors.
Huge interior. Homey and comfy, a bit tired and worn.
We started with the Pork Rinds with “pig spice.” Crispy, full of pork flavor, and as always with pork rinds, it’s hard to stop eating them once you start. Dora here. Actually, Ernie, you started with the pork rinds. Not a fan of pork rinds anywhere.
Pork Rinds appetizer: hard to stop eating once you start
For my lunch, I chose The Worker’s Lunch Special, which included a pulled pork sandwich with house-made chips, slaw, and a drink all for $6.95, what a deal. The pulled pork was tender, smoky, and full of that wonderful pork bark. The slaw was sweet and made a perfect addition when I added it to my pulled pork sandwich and the chips were light, thin, and flawlessly cooked.
The Worker’s Lunch Special: Pork sandwich was tender, smoky, and full of that wonderful pork bark
Dora here. Today, the Worker’s Lunch Special came with either brisket or pork. I opted for brisket. Can you believe you can get all this food plus the drink for only $6.95?? The brisket was tender, just enough fat to make it juicy, and blanketed with a light layer of sauce to give it a nice sheen. I don’t care for North Carolina Barbeque Red slaw (with ketchup). This is my favorite kind of slaw, creamy and sweet, and adds a nice texture when added to the sandwich. I only ate a few of the house-made chips, but they were nice and crispy.
The Worker’s Lunch Special with Brisket. Such a bargain for only $6.95, including drink!
Which would you choose, pork or brisket?
We rate this restaurant 4 forks out of 5 for a family friendly restaurant serving great food.
When You Wonder If Anybody Is Listening…and that nasty 5 letter word
Sometimes I can’t help but wonder if anybody is listening…
When that beloved friend or family member interrupts and continues on as if what I was saying doesn’t matter or they weren’t interested enough to listen. Everybody has one, right? Or am I the only one?
Or those rare times when I peek at my reviews, and I’m kind of shocked at the low number, especially for my books that have been out there for years. Granted, I probably don’t spend enough time seeking out reviews on the front end, before a book releases. But you’d think that just the sheer amount of time would generate some feedback. Even just a sentence?
Then, DOUBT…
That nasty five letter word slithers in. Seriously, that word, friends. It’s from the enemy. It makes me wonder if anybody is listening. If anybody even wants to read my stories. If what I’m pouring my heart and soul into is even worth my time. As a writer, am I doing enough? As a person, am I enough?
It is the same with my word. I send it out, and it always produces fruit. It will accomplish all I want it to, and it will prosper everywhere I sent it. Isa 55:11 (NLT)
Frustrated and discouraged, I skim over a few reviews, and this one snags my attention.
“Her stories are exciting and I find myself staying up late to finish reading – a sure sign of a great book.”
And this one.
“A very well written story of grace and forgiveness.”
So, I may not ever figure out how to stop that loved one from barreling right over my spoken words. Or maybe, with this particular person, I’m to practice listening rather than talking.
And as for my written words, what I need to focus more on is…
TRUST
Trusting my heavenly Father. That what He’s placed in my heart will bear fruit. That my work will accomplish all He wants, that He holds my time in His hands. That the message of His amazing love and His limitless grace will prosper and blossom wherever He plants it.
What about you? Do you struggle with doubt and trust? Wonder if anybody’s listening? I’m here. I’m listening…
Weaving a Legacy of Grace 