It's here. The last week of the summer is in full swing, and I am over my head in work and events and activities and last-minute to-do lists that just may very well not get done. Throw in a couple phone calls about the school book fair (remind me again why I am the chairperson … [Read more...] about Lemon Cream Seafood Pasta for Hanging on to Summer
The Monday Menu: August 31, 2009
Only one weekend left until we send our kids off to school. I have to admit I'm looking forward to it, not because I don't want them around, but because I think they'll be happy to have some routine that involves other kids, other activities, someone – anyone – other than me. … [Read more...] about The Monday Menu: August 31, 2009
Chicken Piccata: Chicken Fingers for Grown-Ups
That, up there, is flat-leaf parsley, growing in a pot. And down below here? Those are all things that I had sitting around the house. No joke. If I had shopped for this meal, I would have picked up a better wine. As it happened, we don't often drink white wine (we drink … [Read more...] about Chicken Piccata: Chicken Fingers for Grown-Ups
The Monday Menu: August 24, 2009
We visited the farmer's market today. I have a special place in my heart for the farmer's market. I could wander and people watch for hours if I was allowed to. As it is, I walk quickly and deliberately to my favorite vendors, stopping to browse at very few because Ole is … [Read more...] about The Monday Menu: August 24, 2009
Green Does My Garden Grow: Preparing for Next Year
When I considered what I would plant in my garden in the spring after Ole had finished placing each and every rock around the bed, I really just picked things that I liked. I didn't do much planning or thoughtful introspection. I knew I wanted a kitchen garden, a potager, and … [Read more...] about Green Does My Garden Grow: Preparing for Next Year
