After enjoying a delicious nectarine today, I've have a new theory:
Eating a good piece of fruit is the best way to picture what it would've been like to be in the Garden of Eden before the Fall. One bite into a ripe fruit's juicy-goodness and you can picture paradise or at least taste it. Ah, summer fruit--making me long for heaven.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Something is afoot
There were clues. First the missing petunias this morning. Then this afternoon, the wee tomatoes were scattered on the ground. I've been eagerly watching on the vine each afternoon and today they weren't there. Noo...I want vine ripened tomatoes! Started from seed, these plants were a generous garden gift from Mary.
Following the clues, I believe I have narrowed my suspects. Although rabbits frequently run around at dusk, I believe the culprits are the deer. The deer, in fact, that seem ever present in our back yard. Bambi's descendants probably found their way to the front and has a garden sampler.
Darn deer.
I've picked up the wee fruits and brought them inside. I'm just hoping that the cute little 'maters' will turn red on the kitchen window sill.
Following the clues, I believe I have narrowed my suspects. Although rabbits frequently run around at dusk, I believe the culprits are the deer. The deer, in fact, that seem ever present in our back yard. Bambi's descendants probably found their way to the front and has a garden sampler.
Darn deer.
I've picked up the wee fruits and brought them inside. I'm just hoping that the cute little 'maters' will turn red on the kitchen window sill.
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Bermuda or Bust
Heading for the British territory for a bit of poolside relaxation. In hopes of sharing the fun, I sent an email tickler welcoming friends to join us: "So my roomie, Megan and I are gonna do it. Bermuda July 23-26. Got your passport? We're inviting folks to be crazy spontaneous with us."
photo from http://www.threadless.com/
Sarah's Dinner: Breaking Bread Together
Romans 12:15
Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.
It is wonderful to rejoice with friends. To not just be happy for them, but be able to participate in their joy. To join forces in their celebration. To savor God's goodness together.
Sarah's Dinner was a triumph--3 Tweets worthy!
Tweet 1: Sarah's dinner celebration starts in ten min. Congrats on your new position, girl, God is faithful!
Tweet 2: A beautiful evening of thanksgiving and honor to our good God of perfect provision. Sarah, the Lord's hands is on you. He goes before you.
Tweet 3: Sarah's dinner: scrumptious steak grilled on baby weber, fancy salad, mashed red skin potatoes w/ rosemary & tiramisu peppered w/ good convo
(written while listening to George Winston's Thanksgiving...always makes me nostalgic).
Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.
It is wonderful to rejoice with friends. To not just be happy for them, but be able to participate in their joy. To join forces in their celebration. To savor God's goodness together.
Sarah's Dinner was a triumph--3 Tweets worthy!
Tweet 1: Sarah's dinner celebration starts in ten min. Congrats on your new position, girl, God is faithful!
Tweet 2: A beautiful evening of thanksgiving and honor to our good God of perfect provision. Sarah, the Lord's hands is on you. He goes before you.
Tweet 3: Sarah's dinner: scrumptious steak grilled on baby weber, fancy salad, mashed red skin potatoes w/ rosemary & tiramisu peppered w/ good convo
(written while listening to George Winston's Thanksgiving...always makes me nostalgic).
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Walking, just keep walking.
Twitter synopis: Patting myself on the back for tonight's 10 mile walk into DC w/ my #pinkprayer teammate. Another 6 in the morning http://tinyurl.com/lpudqe
Ten miles. Sweet, I just walked 10 whole miles. That's pretty far. It took almost 3 hours.
Nicky or should I say my teammate and personal "slave-driver" kept me going.
While we were on the trail looking at DC over the Potomac, the Lincoln Memorial beckoned, so off we went over the Memorial Bridge. I'm pretty sure that's the first time I've ever crossed it as part of the foot traffic. We enjoyed the sun setting behind the memorial (I love Lincoln). The bustle of kickball teams and the sounds of the Marine Band playing big band tunes made the stretch near the memorials quite enjoyable.
Ooh, we also saw this guy being arrested. There were no less than 5 cop cars and one undercover vehicle as well. I wanted to gape, but Nicky reminded me of our goal--MILEAGE.
It's sorta fun--all this walking. You never know what you'll see. My hamstrings might need a little more stretching, but there will be six more miles tomorrow morning to loosen 'em back up.
Ten miles. Sweet, I just walked 10 whole miles. That's pretty far. It took almost 3 hours.
Nicky or should I say my teammate and personal "slave-driver" kept me going.
While we were on the trail looking at DC over the Potomac, the Lincoln Memorial beckoned, so off we went over the Memorial Bridge. I'm pretty sure that's the first time I've ever crossed it as part of the foot traffic. We enjoyed the sun setting behind the memorial (I love Lincoln). The bustle of kickball teams and the sounds of the Marine Band playing big band tunes made the stretch near the memorials quite enjoyable.
Ooh, we also saw this guy being arrested. There were no less than 5 cop cars and one undercover vehicle as well. I wanted to gape, but Nicky reminded me of our goal--MILEAGE.
It's sorta fun--all this walking. You never know what you'll see. My hamstrings might need a little more stretching, but there will be six more miles tomorrow morning to loosen 'em back up.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Parks & Pretty Pallea
To grab a bit of milage, Megan and I explored Theodore Roosvelt Island this afternoon. Hot and sweaty, we grabbed a slurpee on the way home. Love a good slurpee, especially the fruity Crystal Light versions--so refreshing!
Off for a "gastronomical adventure" with Meg and Megan, our prize: Jaleo's Paella festival...
First we warm up our appetites with some oh-so yummy chorizo and jamón. Our paella is delivered, beautifully served with edible flowers. Explaining the inspiration of the dish, our waitress noted that our paella was named for the elements earth, water, and air: the vegetables from the land, the shrimp from the sea, and the scent of the flowers for the air. Summer sangria with tart pieces of granny smith apples refreshed our pallet, a nice contrast to the nutty rice of the paella.
Full of delicious spanish cuisine, we're off to the theatre for a musical rendition of Jane Eyre. Meg's take-away from the evening, "I'm not the secret, crazy wife!"
To top off our festivities, Megan and I can't help but watch another episode of Veronica Mars.
More of my Saturdays should be this good.
Off for a "gastronomical adventure" with Meg and Megan, our prize: Jaleo's Paella festival...
First we warm up our appetites with some oh-so yummy chorizo and jamón. Our paella is delivered, beautifully served with edible flowers. Explaining the inspiration of the dish, our waitress noted that our paella was named for the elements earth, water, and air: the vegetables from the land, the shrimp from the sea, and the scent of the flowers for the air. Summer sangria with tart pieces of granny smith apples refreshed our pallet, a nice contrast to the nutty rice of the paella.
Full of delicious spanish cuisine, we're off to the theatre for a musical rendition of Jane Eyre. Meg's take-away from the evening, "I'm not the secret, crazy wife!"
To top off our festivities, Megan and I can't help but watch another episode of Veronica Mars.
More of my Saturdays should be this good.
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