The weather here was great this past week. Cool in the mornings and perfect in the afternoons. We had quite a bit of rain through the week which was nice. No storms, just nice steady rain which is exactly what we've needed.
I went to a number of stores to stock up on items we regularly use. This should keep me out of stores for a while. The farmers market also started so I went to see my favorite farmer. He had gorgeous lettuce, radishes, strawberries and of course flowers. His onions are wonderful and I've already replanted a couple of the bulbs. You can't find onions like this in the store here.
I worked out in the yard multiple times getting everything planted in the garden and in pots. I like to grow basil and arugula in large pots because they seem to do better. I did pick up another lavender plant and put it in a pot until it gets a bit bigger. Our yard is off to a good start.
While doing things around the house the last few weeks I watched a number of good documentaries.
The Twister-Caught in the Storm. This was about the tornado that hit Joplin Missouri and it brought up a lot of emotions. I know one of the doctors that was in the hospital that was hit by this storm.
India-Sweets and Spices
Kidnapped-Elizabeth Smart
Sins of Our Mother
Nobody dumps my daughter
Yesterday we watched Mother's Day on Netflix. I don't remember seeing that when it came out in 2016 and it was a pretty cute movie.
Meals this week...
Sirloin steak, baked potato and salad
BBQ chicken legs, pesto, white cheddar mac and cheese and asparagus
Chicken fajita nachos
Beef chili with cornbread
BIG salad x2
LO pan of stuffed shells and a salad
I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the month of May. I still am not quite sure how it is 5 months into the year already but here we are.
Be safe and remember to celebrate a little every day!!
Those onions really are beautiful! I think I watched that Elizabeth Smart documentary. I hope you have a sunny week!
ReplyDeleteThe onions are delicious. I'm into documentaries lately. Wishing you a great week too.
DeleteThose onions look wonderful. I'll admit I take them for granted out here since they're plentiful.
ReplyDeleteGrocery store onions look so sad compared to these.
DeleteI have no idea what kind of onions those are but they are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI particularly like you closing remark to remember celebrations should be a daily occurrence.
They are spring onions. Yes, every single day should be celebrated.
DeleteIt's bee too cold for planting but it looks like by the weekend I can start. Meals sound really good to me.
ReplyDeleteThank you. We are further south than you so it's all go here.
DeleteYou watch alot of what I watch and believe me it makes me want to smack some people.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with that Kim.
DeleteOne of our large supermarkets carry both purple and regular spring onions and they ain't even expensive. Love sirloin steak!
ReplyDeleteNone of the stores around here do so I'm glad it's market season again. Sirloin is one of my favorite cuts.
DeleteThere is nothing like fresh produce! Our Farmer Market will start this weekend.
ReplyDeleteYour menu sounds good. Fajita nachos would be yummy!
Fresh, local is always the best and I'm ready after our long winter.
DeleteEverything looks fresh and wonderful. I place my spring onions in some water on my sill and they regrow a few times before I need to buy more. Our farmers market doesn't open till the end of the month.
ReplyDeleteThank you Hena. I keep mine in a glass of water also but wanted to plant a few of these in the garden too since it's a good time and they are gorgeous.
DeleteYour petunias are so pretty. It sure is hard to believe we are almost half way through MAY!
ReplyDeleteYour meals all sound so good.
My garden will get put in this week finally.
This farmer does the best flower baskets.
DeleteI'm glad you are finally able to get out in to the garden.
gorgeous onions and strawberries, spring is here with us ! I do love visiting markets and getting super fresh produce, we are lucky to have several nearby including a full organic market that runs twice a week that has amazing produce
ReplyDeleteSpring and summer produce is so lovely. I love our local market. Most are Mennonite farmers and only grow heirloom which I appreciate. I'm glad you have local markets to shop at too.
DeleteThe onions do look good. Glad you are able to go to the farmers markets again. Your hanging basket it really pretty
ReplyDeleteHe does a great job with the baskets. I have missed going to the market.
DeleteThe Farmers Market around here opened Saturday and it was packed! I'll have to check out some of those documentaries.
ReplyDeleteI love our farmers market. The produce they grown is amazing and the prices are somewhat better than the grocery stores here.
DeleteHellooooooo Lori! LOOOOVE the farmers market finds. Delightful. And I love the celebrate life and all that goodness for sure.
ReplyDeleteSo ... something to tell you. Remember that homemade vanilla candle I made and said it wasn't strong enough for the bigger room (snug and kitchen together)? Well, I turned the candle on two days ago in the bigger room and OMG. It smelled soooo good. So I guess, an even longer cure time was needed.
Very, very cool.
Thanks for stopping by. I've been mostly unplugged and finally getting back to blogger land. Will be around t fully catch up on your fun, but wanted to share the candle news with you. I'm pretty excited about that because now I can make a small batch of them, store them and use them and/or gift them them throughout the seasons.
Cheers and boogie boogie. Be back soon.
Hi Ivy!! I am glad you are well and went unplugged for a while. I think that is so important for our wellbeing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing all of your tips and ideas about the candles. That is good to know that the longer they cure the scent doesn't decrease but slightly increase. I MUST make some very soon as I love using candles that I know the ingredients in and I think they would make wonderful gifts.
Enjoy the rest of the week!!
Hello Friend! I'm glad you had a nice weekend and are finally getting some nice weather. We are getting your rain this week, and we need it : ) I too am jealous of your farmers market haul. I love those onions and your lavender plant is gorgeous! I'm trying my hand at growing things in pots this year, so hopefully I'll have some luck. I know, it's hard to believe we are halfway through May already. It will be summer before we know it!
ReplyDeleteI'm taking your advice and trying to find things to celebrate a little every day! Today it's a cup of tea and a chocolate chip cookie! Have a lovely evening. Talk soon!
Hi Danielle! The weather here has been really nice the last few weeks after a number of serious storms. I'm glad you are getting some much-needed rain, it really makes everything look so fresh this time of year. Time does creep by so quickly.
DeleteIt is important to celebrate a little something each day. Tea and cookies sound wonderful to me.
Enjoy the rest of the week!!
Hi Lori, I'm excited to start thinking about the farmer's market- I just love shopping for all the local produce. My son is starting his garden and hopefully I'll be able to get some herbs planted when I get back to Pennsylvania next week. I always love when you share what you are watching- I'm always on the lookout. Have a great week.
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DeleteHi Judee! As much as I love winter, fresh garden produce or the farmers market are so exciting to see. I hope you're able to get some herbs in. I remember your sons garden from last year and I know you'll be able to enjoy that too. Safe travels on your way back north.
DeleteI am glad to read your day was a good one; I hope the rest of the week fared well.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteI love a good farmers market. Always the best produce.
ReplyDeleteI love this time of year. If I don't grow it myself, I have the farmers at the market that do.
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