Hello! And Happy Friday, my friends! Well, it is time to wrap up August. And honestly, I cannot believe it. I love fall, as you may know, but I cannot believe how quickly this summer flew by. I am, therefore, resolved to be fully present these next few months, my favorites of all, noticing all the things that make fall so special.
Meanwhile, in preparation for the cozy days and nights ahead, I am refreshing the bedding here in our home. Every August, I like to replace the mattress pads, wash the pillow covers, and put a new set of sheets on the beds. It is such a good feeling getting into a fresh, clean bed on a cool autumn night. And now, we are all set.
One night this week we drove to the condo and sat on the beach for a bit in the early evening. It was so pretty, quiet, and relaxing.
I am appreciating the quiet, cooler mornings during my walks. And seeing some familiar friends along the way.
Madison and Flynn had a fun day out on her last week of summer vacation. I love the relationships each of my children has with each other. They are each other's best friends, and I am so thankful for that.
And I am also thankful for the relationships I have with each of my children, allowing for things like enjoying an impromptu dinner while watching a beauty pageant on TV. Madison invited me over while everyone else was at the movies, and her pasta was delicious!
The weekend lies ahead, blissfully empty of any events here. I plan to catch up with you all, write out a few notes and cards to mail, and prepare for Flynn's upcoming homeschool week. We will attend Mass, meal plan and prep, and hopefully spend some time in the pool. Now, I am off to put some chicken thighs in the crockpot with pasta sauce, some peppers, and some onions for dinner tonight. I will serve it with pasta and maybe a salad. And garlic bread, too.
Happy Weekend!
Billie Jo
Such gorgeous photos! I absolutely love your bedroom linen. Cozy and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures from your morning walks and time at the condo, Billie Jo! The blue and white quilt on your bed is so pretty. Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteI love your bedding! Yes, there is something about the end of August that actually makes me want to clean, and that’s not something I often enjoy doing. But, like you, I stripped the bed down to the mattress, I even vacuumed the mattress, to get ready for fall. We had a cool night this past week, but next week we go back into the upper 90s. It will be a while, but I’ll be ready.
ReplyDeleteMadison's pasta looks like my favorite kind of pasta -- simple, few ingredients. Can you tell us about it? Thanks. --Etta
ReplyDeleteHello! Yes, I asked Madison and she said it is Lemon Zucchini and Ricotta Pasta. It is delicious! Here are her directions: You just sauté shallot and zucchini in olive oil, add some pasta water and lemon juice with salt and pepper to make sauce. Add cooked pasta and take off heat. Stir in Parmesan, dollops of ricotta, and fresh basil. I hope you try it and enjoy!
DeleteHave a great weekend friend!!
ReplyDeleteHave a happy weekend Billie Jo
ReplyDeleteCan't believe we are moving into September already. Not sure if I am ready or not...although Fall is my favorite season. I am blessed to have kids that love and support each other and have fun together, too. They are crazy together sometimes even as adults...ranging in age from 44-54. How the heck is that even possible? Their 44 is like our 34 used to be...it's a different world in aging today.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful, blessed weekend.
Just curious. Where is your condo? If you said before I missed it. xo xo xo Diana