1 lb. bulk pork sausage, browned and drained well

1 (14 1/2 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped

1 (10 oz.) can Ro-Tel, chopped

1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans

1 onion, chopped

1/2 tsp. thyme

1/2 tsp. pepper

1 tsp. seasoned salt

1/8 tsp. garlic powder

1 bay leaf

1 qt. water

2 or 3 potatoes, cubed (approximately 2 c.)

1 bell pepper, chopped

any quantity of multiples (twins, triplets, quads, etc.)

2 helping hands (from spouse for multiple tasks)

plentiful amount of preserverance

4 gal. patience

2 pt. good humor

5 c. cheerfulness

bushels of love

2 loving arms (for hugs)

1 pinch of humility

miles of smiles

kisses to taste

Miz Malv'S Sausage Soup