Hello, Welcome, I’m so happy you are here at Katherines Corner. I’m Katherine (Katie) and I am honored by your visit to my blog. I was born in England on Nov 1st 1960 (I’m a Scorpio) I came to live in the USA in 1975. I currently live in a where I can see the beautiful mountains from my kitchen window and a lake from my upstairs bedroom window. I hold a rare dual citizenship with the UK and the USA and I am a proud citizen of both.
I am an open minded and spiritual person who strives to always maintain a positive attitude and greet each new day with grace, dignity and gratitude. I am happily married to my best friend Robert ( Sparky).CLICK HERE for a peek. I am Mother, Daughter,Stepmother, a Sister, an Auntie ,Grandmother (to five beautiful children.) and friend.
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I love making memories with my husband, my family, and friends.
I enjoy music, art, cooking, reading, movies and making memories with our grandchildren.
I always enjoy having friends and family over for a good meal.Food tastes better when it is shared.I am a foodie
I love classic films.( I even created a video about them click here)
I am a child of God.
I’m uncomfortable in heat exceeding 75 degrees and I love the rain.
I sing in the car, very loudly!
It is my goal one day to live in a cottage by the water
I enjoy bike rides and spontaneous adventures. I love a good road trip!
I’m a bit superstitious, I’m afraid of heights and rodents.
I believe in Karma.
One of my favorite places to visit is the whole world is the Oregon coast. I love the beach. But, I don’t like to swim in the Ocean.
I believe there are angels on earth (my Mother is one.)
If I had a Super Power I would want it to be the ability to heal.
My main guilty pleasure foods are: French fries, potato chips and bacon, but not all at once and not very often.
I sometimes forget where I park my car and I wander around the parking lot for a few minutes until I find it.
In my pantry you will always find tea.
In my fridge you will always find fresh fruits and vegetables.
I love dogs and I’m allergic to cats.
I’m a mush ball and I love romantic gestures.
I collect angels; I have been collecting them since I was a little girl.
I pray every day.
I have a long list of movies I’ve enjoyed over the years and that list is always growing. But, “The Big Chill” and “The Enchanted Cottage” are always at the top of my list.
I don’t like the nickname Kathy, although people have been calling me that for years. I prefer my given name Katherine or my favorite nick name Katie.
I listen to music every day. JAzz, Classic rock followed closely by everything else.
I have lived in England,France,Turkey,Puerto Rico, California,Oregon,Utah I have be fortunate to visit many countries
I have been fortunate to have traveled to many places in our big beautiful world and I have lived in some exotic and unusual places too.
One day I want to learn to play the guitar.
I own approximately 900 cd’s and I have over 100 record albums. Yes, record albums.
I believe most people are good. I will talk to anyone, anywhere, at anytime, as long as it is welcomed. I think a good laugh and a hug every day helps you to live a long happy life.
I enjoy silly humor. But, I don’t like The Three Stooges.
If I love someone I say “I love you” without hesitation.
image at left was taken by me ( I have seen it used many times, but it is my image)
I have experienced great pain and sorrow and I have experienced the greatest love and the fullest joys.
If you would like to know anything specific about me please just write me a note. I welcome your friendship. I hope you enjoy your time here at Katherines corner.
How I earn a living: For over 30 years I worked in internal medicine and managed other peoples businesses. Now I earn a living by sharing my creativity through my graphics website Made It For You ( where I can help you decorate your blog.) My two online shops Keepsakes By Katherine and Be Well Gifts and at my online Avon website.( order and have it delivered to you anywhere in the USA.) In addition I am an independent contractor working as a Brokers Assistant.
Most images on my blog enlarge when you click them
I respond to as many comments as possible through email ( if available). Every comment matters, every comment is appreciated ,every comment feels like a hug from a friend!
STAY CONNECTED visit me at Facebook , google plus, pinterest ( Katherines corner is go ask Katie) and twitter too.
One of the nicest compliments I ever received was during a annual work evaluation; I was told that I treat each person like they are the most important person in the world. I was honored by these words and they are forever embedded on my heart.
Hugs
I respond to as many comments as possible through email ( if available). Every comment matters, Every comment is appreciated ,Every comment feels like a HUG from a friend!
Getting around Katherines Corner is easy hover over the tabs at the top of the blog to see the drop down tabs too
About Tab: about me, awards, photo gallery and legal stuff
Blog Art: Blog Graphics, Blogging tips and information
Blog List: Blog Directory ( have you added your blog?)( GFC is going away) I would like to help people find your blog
Blog Love Tab: Blog buttons from others , cottages
Blog HopsTab: Blog hops, linky parties
Book Club Tab: Join us for a no obligation book club
Contact: Write to me, or ask a Go Ask Katie question, or read Go Ask Katie questions and answers, coupons, in the garden and just good information
Coupons: Coupon sites and coupon skill builder
Crafts Tab : crafts shared
Recipes Tab: recipes by categories
Giveaways Tab: my current giveaways ( at least one a month), other giveaways and Katherines Corner giveaway winners
Go Ask Katie: Questions and Answers, In The Garden and Just good information
Reviews Tab: product reviews and book reviews by category
Shop: go shopping at some wonderful online shops ( including my own) or buy something from my Buy It Now page
I belong to some wonderful online communities. I extend my hand and a sincere invitation for you to join us!
Join me at The Net Surf Cafe and join my group: The Friendship Society,
I’m a proud contributor at At Ruby For Women join me!








Hi thanks for visiting my blog and leaving me the comment about Peeps. I have to say I laughed over your husband eating them after they get really hard. ewwww. lol
So basically he eats stale Peeps. To funny!
Yep, like concrete, giggle
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I have visited your corner often but never read your “about”. I’m so glad I decided to. I love how open you are with you feelings and how passionate you are about the things you love. You warm my heart just reading about you! Thanks for being such a bright light in this world!
Melanie I always appreciate your visits and your comments too. I am honored to have a place on your blog roll (sidebar) and touched by your kind words. Hugs♥
Hello Katherine, wow I love your website so many great things and info here I have to stop more often and look around.
in good health,
Agnes
I look forward to sharing with you. Hugs!
LOVE your blog – love that mug too!
new follower here from blog hop
http://mommieagainblog.blogspot.com/
Hi Kim, thank you, I’m so happy you are enjoying your time spent at Katherines Corner. Hugs!
Dear Katherine,
I love your blog and love of the idea of Thursdays Favorite Things hop. I am a new follower. I will return often to visit. God bless you and have a wonderful Thursday!
Thank you Anne, Thursday Favorite Things is quickly becoming one of my favorite things, LoL xo
Just stopping by to say Hi. I am following you as Kathy Bradshaw. I own the growing blog Southern Made In The Shade which less than a year old. I have fun with giveaways, recipes, DIY projects, reviews, and hearing from my readers.
Come visit some time!
Hi Kathy thank you for taking the time to read my about page. I enjoy my visits to your blog. Hugs!
Thanks for visiting my blog today, I am really enjoying getting to “know” you a little better, your blog is fantastic. xxx
Hi Angela I look forward to reading your book and I enjoy my visits to your blog too. Hugs
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You have a lovely blog! I am super excited to be the 200th blog on your list, and thank you for creating that. Happy Thursday!
What a great blog this is–I felt all warm and fuzzy like I was the one making cookies at grandma’s house! I am happy to be a follower from the blog hop and I hope that my sarcasm and cynicism don’t scare you away from following ME at http://anothertiredmommy.blogspot.com/2012/02/now-theres-plan.html
hi there my friend! this is a dish that gets served in my house a lot!!! i think it could be one of hubbies favorites! the only difference is that we are addicted to garlic in this house so the amount of cloves is more like …are you ready? 10 : ) LOL!!!! lots of mouthwash on hand : ) sending you tons of hugs and love!!!
I love your picture of the tulips. Yes, we have had some beautiful weather this week, up in the high 60s and sunny. Then, rain today, but at least the temps are still in the 50s and no snow! Our trees are leafing out and the song birds have returned. Springis truly in the air.
Finding people with positive attitudes is a gift. You certainly fall into that category!
Hi, Katherine~
Just found you and am so honored to have found you. Love your site and all the beauty you have surrounded yourself and your visitors in. You seem to be so hapily involved in life and living. Thank you for being there and I will visit you often for comfort and joy! Thank you!!
Carlin
oh SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO yummy in my tummy!!!! thanks for sharing — now i MUST make some today!!!!!! : ) when we were in NY — there was a cool little shop called creamy rice — they served NOTHING but rice pudding in 20 different varieties that changes daily! AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hugs…