After the intense heat of Thursday a front came through mid-evening
when we were enjoying a late supper and watching the new season
of 'Bosch'.
Suddenly things were flying as the trees started swaying violently against
the darkening sky.........plant pots blew over, debris danced on the back
deck and we dashed out to move the cars back down the driveway
for more protection from falling twigs. Despite recent tree removal we
still have a massive oak which may have to be taken down later!
Sweet chickadee dish to keep little things.
My real Chickadees visiting the front porch were looking very wet.
Rain continued on and off through that night, and yesterday we had
heavy showers. No watering required and the plants look perky and happy.
This morning, after a little rumble of distant thunder during the night,
we now have the start of a fabulous weekend of sunshine and low
humidity, the latter very unusual and welcomed for the Independence
Day holiday which is usually stifling hot.
This week I found a package of cheese ravioli tucked away in the
freezer just crying out for a bath in fresh clipped sage from the
garden and good butter!
My home grown parsley and sage - both so good.
Clipping fresh herbs from the garden makes such a difference in
cooking - I've never tasted sage this good!
Simple recipes are wonderful for hot summer days.
A little side of grilled mediterranean vegetables are a nice addition.
Love these, found at Costco, and keep a jar or two on hand always.
We'll be home this year for Independence Day - celebrating quietly and
praying for better days ahead both here and in all parts of the world.
Wishing you a fun holiday weekend with good health, happiness and
loved ones nearby.
Monday, July 5th our celebrating continues as Bob has another
birthday. . . . . .and we are promised a sunny day to enjoy cake,
candles and champagne!
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What a cheery post, Mary. I'm glad the weather is going to be great for you this weekend. Cake, candles, and champagne sound like a great way to celebrate Bob's birthday. We had a family party last night to celebrate our son-in-law's 40th which will be on the 5th of July, as well. We had candles, cake, and beer (except I had a gin and tonic!)
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, Bob!
Good times for you and Bob!
ReplyDeleteMmmh, sage butter on ravioli - wonderful!
Dearest Mary,
ReplyDeleteWe're very fortunate for having our car safe inside the garage.
You are quite a Chef and make good use of your perfectly grown herbs.
Enjoy.
Hugs,
Mariette
Happy Birthday to your Bob!
ReplyDeleteThe ravioli's look so delicious.
Sorry you have had some very hot days.
Hope the rain washed the heat away.
I had seen that their was rain on the
east coast from a hurricane.
I remember those roasted veggies from Costco,
I must look for them the next time I am there.
World Market did supply me with the Rose Lemonade
you recommended. It is chilling now and waiting
for the perfect time to open.
A lovely post! Happy 4th July. We enjoyed Bosch very much. They say that Titus W. is working on a different project now. He's a great actor IMHO.
ReplyDeleteOo, freezer surprise!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Bob, and Happy 4th July to you both! What a good day for champagne and cake, my favourite things. That chickadee dish is so darling and of course reminds me of happy times in Canada, watching these dear little birds in our daughter's back garden. She has a sort of small woodland so the bird watching and squirrels are a delight for me. Your ravioli looks so good - I hear you have been having a hot Summer. Stay cool and safe. xox
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Bob! Have a wonderful rest of the weekend.
ReplyDeleteI love it when hot, steamy weather finally breaks with a good healthy downpour. Best wishes for tomorrow's birthday celebrations.
ReplyDeleteHappy 4th and happy birthday to Bob. We've had the hottest June in decades. I'm hoping this hot weather will result in a thunderstorm and rain. It has cooled down a bit compared to last week so we'll see.
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