Autumn Inspiration
She has always been my muse
Photo: S Bess
DC Legend: Chicken Wings & Mumbo Sauce
Mumbo Jumbo Noun. 1. Confusing or incomprehensible language or activity. 2. An obscure ritual or incantation. [Mandingo origin.] American Heritage Dictionary Of the English Language Mumbo sauce? Anyone who has ever traveled east of the Anacostia River has heard the term, Mumbo Sauce. What do I mean by east of the river? I mean if you have ventured anywhere near Benning Road, Wheeler Road, Southern Avenue, or Minnesota Avenue in North/Southeast Washington, D.C. There is no way that you can go into any Korean owned and operated “Kerry-Out” [ trans. Carry-Out food ] in DC and not hear someone order french fries with chicken wings and Mumbo Sauce. Impossible! Some like it on the chicken and others (like me) like it on the side. I’ve always thought of Mumbo Sauce as a DC thang, but where did it really come from? Actually, Mumbo Sauce originated on Chicago's Southside in the early 1950s by a man named Argia B. Collins, who was known for his famous ribs and barbeque Mumbo Sauce. N...
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We don't have those kinds of change of seasons so its great to see what's happening up north.
Peace,
Geoffrey
i have been on a hiatus of sorts, busy with work. posted a poem, would like to get your feedback.
be blessed.
Khotso.
Thank you. Yes, this is a photo I took last fall. Our leaves have not completely changed yet. The cooler weather is coming this week though.
Cathy-
I know. Thanks. This weather is crazy right. :)
Pwife-
Thank you. I've just read your poem. Love it!
Rethabile-
Yes sir, I did kick out a few poems last fall. :)
For some dumb reason, my computer will not pull up the photo today. I will check it out from a nonwork computer as soon as I can. Take Care,
I have others there too. I hope all is well. Take care.
True, I miss some aspects of summer, but Washington summers are so humid. I love the temperature and look of this season. I hope all is well. Thanks by stopping through.
No way
I'm a spring lover... :-D
Greetings
Fab
All is good here. I will e you soon. Depends on what work comes today. Hope you are well also! Have a great day!
Spring is another great season, but fall is my all. :)
Faith-
Thanks and enjoy the hike. I want to visit Harpers Ferry. It's beautiful this time of year.
GG-
I couldn't have put it better. :) Good to see you.
Ruben-
Good to see you. Same here with the weather. Well, today is the start of fall weather. It didn't get past 65 degrees.
I am trying to channel you for the correct professor attitude, which you have and I do not!!!
Enjoy!
lol! Give me time and I'll be in your shoes. Good to see you here.
Zapped-
Nicely put. :)
It must be beautiful. :)
Blk Feline-
Hello and good to see you. Yeah, I miss the Sun when it hides so early now.
Cranky-
Cool. Who sings/plays that song?
The smells. The sounds. The colors.
Gorgeous.