When I make homemade Dinner Rolls, that yeasty, fresh bread smell that fills the house is everything!  And for me, that intoxicating smell feels like a welcome home hug.   Like me, my Grandmother and my Aunt Marie loved to grace the table with fresh bread as well.  In fact, my   Aunt Marie was so famous for her  Hot Rolls that her recipe was published on the back page of her obituary!   

Homemade rolls are simple to make -- they just take a  little time and a whole lot of love!

First, and for the record, those of you who know understand that there is never, and will never be a competition between Sweet Potato Pie and pumpkin pie!    I repeat -- There is no competition.

When I was 17 years old, I attended the funeral of  a friend, which was followed by a repast at their home. I  can vividly recall a sliver of joy entering the room in the midst of the sorrow, when a lovely family friend arrived with a pie case filled with freshly homemade Sweet Potato Pies.   There was laughter, and  "let  me get a plate," and "cut me a big slice," and "she makes the best pie," followed by a soft, comforting silence as the pies  were enjoyed by all.

Sweet Potato Pie when made with loving and experienced hands is magical.  I have witnessed (and even made) the magic of Sweet Potato Pie on occasion!  And trust me, if there is Sweet Potato Pie in the room, there is an occasion taking place. 

Whether served at the end of a Sunday  Family Meal, a celebratory Holiday Dinner, or a Repast, the aromatic scent, smooth texture, and refined taste of well-made Sweet Potato Pie has the ability to  evoke joy,  inspire song, yield spontaneous dancing, renew friendships, hit replay on a  fond memory, and even soothe a sorrowful heart.

During this 2020 Holiday Season, I'm going to share some Sweet Potato Pie with those I hold near and dear.