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Good morning friends! It’s Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start to summer, and a three day weekend. It will be raining for most of the weekend but on Monday it is going to be a bright sunny day, perfect for a neighborhood bbq. Sunday we are having Lawrence for dinner and other than that I do not have anything planned. What about you? Will you be hosting a bbq or picnic? Are you off on an adventure? If so travel safe.
I have lots to share so grab your coffee, chocolate, tea or wine and settle in for a long read.
Food
I eat this Summer Berry Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette almost every day in the summer, it is easy to make and is refreshing.
If you wanted a little protein in your salad then try this Chicken Ceasar Salad it is the perfect 30 minute meal for busy weekdays or weekends.
Parmesan Crusted Chicken Cutlets are another easy addition to your cooking repertoire.
My favorite thing to make and eat at picnics and bbq’s are the desserts. These Trisha Yearwood brownies are always the first thing to go.
In case you missed it, these blueberry muffins are another family favorite and great for weekend breakfasts.
Articles
I love this interview with Aimee of one of the most beautiful blogs I have ever followed.
Why workers are calling BS on leaders about returning to the office.
Covid: How the pandemic is affecting your dreams
Does Walking Really Count As Cardio?
The Marathon Men Who Cannot Go Home(so interesting).
Tha Pandemic Saved the Fast Food Industry.
Where the Insanity Defense Came From.
What Happens to Our Brains When We Get Depressed?
These 4 positive-sounding traits can actually sabotage your success.
25 Educational Podcasts for Learning What You Missed in School.
Bill Gates Will Never Be the Same.
Three Women Share Their Later in Life Accomplishments
Emily Brontë’s handwritten poems are highlight of ‘lost library’ auction. This article has me curious as to how the “lost library” came up for auction after 90 years, where has it been all these years?
Why Do We Still Love “Friends” 25 Years Later?
Books
I am looking forward to reading My Place at the Table.
I read The Art of Inheriting Secrets.
and The Lost Girls of Devon this week, add them to your beach bag or your summer reading pile. They are “free” to read with your Kindle Unlimited membership.
Finds
If you like blue and white chinoiserie you will like these cocktail napkins.
How cute are these whale spreaders? I have a few of these from my trips to Maine but mine are not teak like these are. The Serena & Lily sale is this week and everything is 20% off just in case you need something.
That is it for this week, I hope that you found something you enjoyed. Please share your favorite books, recipes and whatever else you discovered this week. Have a happy and safe weekend.
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The food looks good!
Elizabeth,
You are so sweet to include my salad in your post. I absolutely love all the interesting info that you share! And Aimee’s Blog……. Beautiful Have a great weekend. I spread 6 yards of mulch today. Can hardly move. More outdoor work the rest of the weekend!
That salad with berries looks is similar to the one I eat most days for lunch! I’ll check out the lemon vinaigrette! Have a great day Elizabeth!
I love your Friday posts, especially the articles. They are so diverse and interesting, I didn’t know all these podcasts existed. Thank you for finding all these wonderful things.