Butch Renfroe Blog

I found a recipe that is pretty close to the Cracker Barrel pancakes. 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda (NOT BAKING POWDER!) 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 2 eggs 2 cups buttermilk oil or butter (for cooking) Sift together in a mixing bowl the flour, baking soda, salt and sugar.  In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk.  Pour the wet stuff on the dry stuff. This part is important. Mix 10 or 12 times with a large whisk.  It will be lumpy.  Don’t worry about that.  Just go do something for 10 minutes or…

A message from non-smokers. Hey smokers: Your habit stinks.  It makes you smell.  It is foolish that you still do it in this day and age. The majority of us are now non-smokers in this country. I say this with all the fervor of a man who used to be a nicotine addict like you.  My brand of tobacco habit was the “Just a pinch between the cheek and gum” variety. And while my smokeless tobacco habit was disgusting, at least I did not give anyone cancer from second hand dip.  My spit cup never caused someone with asthma to have an…

I haven’t posted in a while.  To be totally honest I haven’t felt inspired or motivated to write a post since dad passed in November.  Too many things going on that have to be handled and  it seems there is not enough time to do it all. I do want to take time to talk about my new job with the Arkansas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Back last October, I was contacted by Mark Epperson with the ARUMC about a position they had that I may be interested in. We had a good conversation.  I was open and…

November, 27 2012 I eulogized my father today. Two weeks ago, when it looked like he might pull out of his recent health spiral, we were talking about final arrangements should things go sideways with his health.  He said he wanted two hymns and he would like a Bob Wills song. He wanted to be cremated. No open casket.  He also said he would be very proud if I spoke. I said I would. Still thinking that this would still be some time off in the future. It wasn’t. Dad passed on just after midnight on Saturday, November 24. Today we had…

I can’t wait for this election season to be over. Everyone on Facebook and Twitter seem to think I care what their political opinions are. I am a grown man in my middle-years, you ain’t changing my mind. I never want a James Bond type missile launcher in my vehicle more than when someone pulls into an intersection during heavy traffic and is blocking it when the light changes. Are you listening Detroit? If you let any celebrity’s political stance determine your own, do us all a favor and sit this one out.

My middle school through high school years were fairly typical, I guess. There was a clearly defined social structure that developed about the time we were hitting 6th grade. School was a minefield. One miscue, a bad hair day, an embarrassing incident or any little perceived imperfection could, and often would, get you labeled and relegated to whatever social strata the accusers would assign you. Some kids were jerks. This is nothing new.  Some were jerks to cover for their own insecurities or to impress another jerk that was higher up the food chain or just giving into pure mob mentality. Some were…

You too can be a MacGyver. You may not be able to build a cold-fusion device using chewed gum and a paperclip, but these 99 photos actually show some cool and helpful tips, tricks and solutions using everyday items. For example: Check Out The Entire List (link) I am going to have to try some of these.

Ok, what is the most embarrassed you’ve been by your child in public? Deb and my oldest were in Wal Mart when he was about 4. Had to point out that the lady next to them had a mustache. Loudly. Repeatedly. “MOMMA, that woman has a mustache! Look momma!! Ladies are not supposed to have a mustache momma! Why does she have a mustache momma? Momma!” So, what is your story parents?

I am posting this as a favor to someone who asked for the recipe.  I am not responsible for any pounds gained from consumption of this awesome pie. Debbie got the recipe from her aunt years ago.  I added the coffee and some other modifications.  I think the coffee adds a deep, richer flavor to the chocolate. WARNING: This stuff is like crack. You won’t stop at one slice. First: 2 pie crusts, pre-baked or you can use those Oreo cookie crust pie shells. The Dry Goods: 2 cups sugar 2 pinches salt 1/2 cup flour 3 tbsp cocoa The Wet…

I was on the way to work and just turning onto the Broadway Bridge when I heard of the first plane hitting the Word Trade Center. I walked into the newsroom to see everyone staring at the coverage and saw the second plane hit. We all knew then, that this was something bigger than we had seen in our lifetimes happening right in front of our eyes. I went to my office and started updating todaysthv.com with what information we had. The small sever and database that was hosting our site was brought down by the online traffic. I had…