My "back porch" is my kitchen, my favorite room in the house. Come on in, the coffee is fresh, and I just made a pitcher of sweet tea. The cookies will be out in a minute. I have over 40 years of recipes to share with you, along with my opinion on everything. Oh my, you are right, it is cocktail time. What can I get you? Of course I can make you a Mint Julep! Stop by anytime, something is always cooking, and the back door is never locked.

Bon Appetit, Y'all





Sunday, November 4, 2012

An Update From the Back Porch


So do not fear, for I am with you;
    do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
~Isaiah 41:10

This is Angie, Beverly’s niece, posted on her behalf.  I know many of her faithful followers have been wondering why they haven’t seen any new recipes for a while.

Beverly is quite ill.  She has non-small-cell lung cancer, which is treatable, but not curable.  She is exhausted, and the road ahead is hard.  Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

She has touched the lives of many, and if you’d like to leave her a comment wishing her well we’ll make sure she gets all your messages.  Hopefully she’ll be strong enough soon to be posting on her own, but until then, think of her when you prepare one of her recipes, and say a little prayer.
Posted by Beverly@Beverly's Back Porch at 7:46 PM

52 comments:

  1. Barbara F.November 4, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    Angie, I was so happy to see a post. I am praying for Bev since I heard this sad news. But she is a fighter and has so much heart and a beautiful spirit. I also sent a couple of emails, hope she received them. Give her a hug for me. xo

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:14 PM

      Edie, my step-mom, is making sure she gets all her correspondence. She is one of the strongest women I know and she's fighting this hard. I gave her a big hug for you yesterday :)

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  2. NellieNovember 4, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    I am keeping Bev in my thoughts and prayers and hoping the treatment will bring about improvement!
    Sending hugs, Nellie

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  3. PaigeNovember 5, 2012 at 2:05 AM

    I have only been reading Beverly's blog for a short time, but she immediately touched me with hers words. I have already been praying for her, as I assumed something must be wrong, for lack of updates. Very seldom, have I felt such a connection to person through just their writings, as I have Beverly. She's like an old friend, but then again, I have never seen her, heard her voice, or tasted one of her meals, but I somehow felt I would be welcomed at her table. I will continue to pray for her recovery as well as for those of you taking care of her. What a gift she must be to you, her family and friends. Thank her for her writing and her wit. I so look forward to hearing from her soon.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:15 PM

      She truly is a gift - one of those characters that really "make" a family! Thank you for the prayers :)

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  4. DeeNovember 5, 2012 at 7:07 AM

    Dear Bev, I have so enjoyed your posts. You have a lot of recipes I remember my Mom making - even tho I am probably older than you! I had been asking all my relatives if they had my Mom's recipe for Breaded Tomatoes and lo and behold, you had it. Thank you! My thoughts and prayers are with you Bev.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:17 PM

      Thank you so much for your prayers. And I think you're right about Beverly's recipe's - they are the ones that take us back to the food of our childhood.

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  5. ShariNovember 5, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    Beverly, I just saw this. I will pray for you and wish you all the best. I have enjoyed your blog almost since the beginning. You have been so faithful. I have often wondered when I can't think of anything new for supper, how you keep posting great recipes every day. Take good care of yourself. Thank you, Angie, for letting us know.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:18 PM

      Beverly is my go-to source when I run out of supper ideas as well - I think there are a lot of us. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers!

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  6. jaz@octoberfarmNovember 5, 2012 at 7:44 AM

    what can i say? i am devastated. i want bev back soon!!!

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  7. di2009November 5, 2012 at 8:30 AM

    I miss your wonderful recipes and stories about them. I hope you are better soon and back in the kitchen. Prayers and blessings from Missouri for you!

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  8. fromDulcieNovember 5, 2012 at 8:36 AM

    Beverly, I have been praying for you and your doctors. You are in my thoughts. I miss your blog posts -- mornings are just not the same without them. I wish you strength and send you love.

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  9. MichelleNovember 5, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    So very sorry to hear this. I have always enjoyed Beverly's recipes and the comments she always left for me. Please do give her my best and I will be praying for her recovery.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:21 PM

      Thank you for your prayers! We are making sure she gets everyone's comments :)

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  10. Ina in AlaskaNovember 5, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    Thank you Angie for the update. I have been sick at heart for Bev ever since I learned of this news. It is SO NOT FAIR!!! Please tell her that Ina in Alaska is thinking of her every day and saying prayers for her to be as comfortable as possible. Much love. Please keep us posted and I appreciate your stepping in.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:23 PM

      Ina, thank you so much! Beverly specifically asked me to thank you for your prayers and support when I saw her yesterday :)

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  11. CarolNovember 5, 2012 at 10:39 AM

    Thanks for letting us know. I pray she will be better soon. Her wit, wisdom and reciepes are missed. Blessings to all! Carol

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:25 PM

      She's as spunky as ever, just not energetic enough to get on the computer. With all these prayers we'll get her back online soon!

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  12. Lap Dog KnitsNovember 5, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    thank you for sharing this information with us Angie - our thoughts and prayers are with Beverly and her family during this difficult time.
    Please send along a gentle hug and let her know she's in the very best of hands, His.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:25 PM

      You are so right! Thank you for the prayers, and consider the hugs delivered :)

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  13. Ocean Breezes and Country SneezesNovember 5, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    Keeping Bev in my thoughts and prayers! Thank you for the update, and I hope she's feeling better by the holidays!

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:26 PM

      We'd hoped to have her home for Thanksgiving, but it was not to be - maybe next week.

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  14. AnonymousNovember 5, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Adding Bev to our prayer list immediately. Let her know that we all wish her well.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:26 PM

      Thank you so much! I'm a firm believer in the power of prayer.

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  15. 1st ManNovember 5, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    Hello Bev, I'm a new follower, found you via October Farm. I was just going back through your recipes (they all look so wonderful) and I read about your diagnosis. 2nd Man and I will send positive thoughts and energy your way and keep you in our prayers. You need to get through this so you can share even more wonderful recipes and stories with us.

    Thank you and be strong!

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:27 PM

      Thanks so much. Hunt back through all her wonderful posts and we'll have her back online long before you've tried all her recipes!

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  16. momma-lanaNovember 8, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    Thanks you so much for the update. I have been checking for new posts daily and knew that something must be wrong. I will be praying for you.

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  17. Mary | Deep South DishNovember 9, 2012 at 3:00 PM

    Oh gracious, so sad to hear this, but Bev is a southern woman and that alone means she is strong and will give it the good fight. God bless & we'll be praying for her for strength through the treatment and recovery.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:28 PM

      You are right about that! Thanks for your prayers!

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  18. UnknownNovember 9, 2012 at 7:05 PM

    Well, my heart just sank! I've been a follower for a while and just love your site and recipes. I hope you are getting some rest and taking good care of yourself. I know that you have a strong faith in God and please know that I will be praying for you too.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:28 PM

      Thank you for your prayers! We're hoping to get her some sometime next week.

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  19. UnknownNovember 9, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    Well, my heart just sank! I'm a long-time follower and know that you have faith in God. Please know that I'll be praying for your strength and thinking of you often.

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  20. Robin LarkspurNovember 13, 2012 at 9:43 PM

    Hi Angie, thanks for the update that I am just now reading. Bev has so many wonderful blogging friends. Each and every one of us is thinking of her and praying for her. Hugs to you and your loved ones, and lots of healing light and love is being sent to Bev.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:30 PM

      Thank you so much!! She has such a powerful and faithful following I know all the prayers will make a difference in her recovery.

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  21. John'aLeeNovember 14, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    Coming over here from OctoberFarm. So very sorry to hear of your illness. You will be in my prayers. May God bless!

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  22. Ribbons -n- RagsNovember 14, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    Bevery,

    I am saddened to hear of your illness. I have enjoyed your blog and recipes for some time. May God's peace that passes all understanding be with you now and in times ahead.

    Michelle Eastham

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  23. the wild magnoliaNovember 14, 2012 at 11:27 PM

    Angie, thank you for the update. I had not known your Aunt's blog until Jazz at OctoberFarm posted. I wanted to pray for and let Bev know she was in my thoughts too.

    I will be trying her Chicken and Dumplings and Turnip and Rice Soup.

    And, I am lighting a white candle.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:31 PM

      Thank you so much! Enjoy your chicken and dumplings - it's one of my personal favorites :)

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  24. loyal readerNovember 16, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Prayers for healing and comfort for Beverly and for the medical team caring for you. I have enjoyed your blog so much. You are so entertaining --- and obviously a wonderful cook! I wish you good health.

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  25. Debra She Who SeeksNovember 21, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    Thinking of you at this time of Thanksgiving and wishing you all the best. I know you are surrounded by friends, family and the good wishes of many people all over the USA, Canada and elsewhere.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:33 PM

      Thank you! In times like this people really find out how many friends they have, and I know Bev has been overwhelmed with the outpouring of love!

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  26. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!November 21, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    Hello Bev, I have missed your sunny posts. Hoping the best for you in this new journey of healing. Take care, my thoughts come your way.

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:34 PM

      It's going to be a tough journey, but I'm sure she'll take it on with her usual can-do attitude. Thank you!

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  27. the wild magnoliaNovember 22, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    you remain in my prayers and thoughts.

    Wishing you wellness. Wishing you Happy Thanksgiving.

    sandra - at the wild magnolia blog

    (i tried to send an email card but your email would not come up for me.)

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    1. UnknownNovember 23, 2012 at 4:35 PM

      Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers. We're making sure Beverly gets all her comments and messages.

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  28. Tonya @ My Cozy Little FarmhouseDecember 4, 2012 at 9:23 AM

    I am so sorry to learn of Beverly's cancer. Cancer is an ugly vicious beast that I know all to well as I recently lost my father due to the same cancer; however, he was diagnosed far to late for any treatment.

    I am glad she is receiving treatment and it will be a hard road to travel. Please tell Beverly be strong in spirit and faith. To make sure she rests. And know there are so very many people praying for her.

    My thoughts and prayers are with Beverly as well as all of the family as she travels this path. As spirited as she seems to be I am sure she will be up and cooking once again. Sending well wishes from Ohio for speedy recovery.

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