Hi Susie, Glad to hear from you. I understand about the being busy. It seems that between my house my husband and my 13 year old daughter I can't finds a minute to myself. This history of our family is what I do for myself and sometimes I have to put it on hold. So believe me I know. I will be glad to get it whenever you get time to send it on. As for the recipes, anything would be fine. My Ratliff's well not well off either so I know what you are talking about. My dad used to say if it wasn't for beans and cornbread and biscuits and gravy they probably would have starved. Maybe your mom has a story or two she could send to include. If she has time. Hope to hear from you soon. Can't remember if I have asked you but did your Ballard or any of his sons work in the mines. If so can you let me know. Thanks Take care Linda