We’re flirxting with summer. By the way, “flirxting” is a technical term.
I’m so ready to do a canon ball in a pool; definitely not ready to be in a bathing suit in front of other humans. Ugh.
I’m looking forward to old movies in the cemetery whilst eatin’ cool snacks; not ready to need air-conditioning.
I can’t wait to bake up elaborate pies with fresh berries; not ready for fruit flies. They loooove my kitchen in the summer.
I’m excited for crazy salads (I can’t believe I’m saying that!), but when it’s hot outside all I want to eat are piles upon piles of grilled vegetables. I’m so not ready to sweat. There’s nothing adorable about the act of sweating, am I right?
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Coconut!
I dig it in my desserts, pancakes, drinks – with or without a lil’ alcohol. I kinda like it a whole lot.
And I’m pretty sure it didn’t even start with me eating coconut one day and loving it; but actually began with that scene in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ when Young Mary tells Young George that she doesn’t like coconut, and him totally appalled at such an ignorant statement, retorts with, “Say brainless, don’tchu know where coconuts come from?” He tells her how they come from Tahiti and the Fiji Islands, and goes on about how when he grows up he’s gonna go exploring and travel the world and go to islands that no one in Bedford Falls had ever even dreamed could exist. And with that nerdy response about coconuts, Young Mary falls in love. If I remember correctly she even whispers her sentiments for him in his “deaf” ear. I think–as a nine-year old in my Christmas PJs–I fell in love with him a little, too.
So yeah, basically the whole reason I love coconut–and this blog post exists–is thanks to Young George Bailey.
I think we should start with the most annoying thing about handling a young coconuts: opening it…
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I’m what you call a procrastinator.
Right this very second, me writing these words is evidence of me procrastinating. Sure, I have to share this smoothie with you, blah blah, and we’ll get back to it. But really I should be in my kitchen testing recipes for big project I’m working on (I’ll tell you soon!).
Instead of cooking, I’m chilling on my couch, with one hand checking Instagram, another typing this, all while intermittently looking up at the TV to check out what Carrie’s doing on some random re-run of Sex and the City. (Seriously, what’d I do without E! playing these re-runs?! I did work, that’s what.)
It isn’t until I get totally disgusted with myself over said procrastination that I actually get the work done. And I have to say, I do my best work under pressure. I hustle. I get it done. But man, is it painful…
Please tell me you’re a procrastinator too. Don’t tell me you’re prompt, easily self-motivated, etc. Actually, do tell me that and tell me how you are. Procrastination cures. I need ‘em.
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Transition! It’s upon us.
Saturday the last of something; Sunday the first of something.
I say we toast and discuss our goals. But first, lets talk kumquats, shall we?
They’re kind of the cutest thing ever. Don’t let their dainty appearance fool you, though; these things pack a pucker like no other. I juiced (using a juicer) about 20…and got only 1/8 of a cup of juice. At first I was super bummed, but then was reminded how strong their flavor really is. No bigs!
I only used half of a teaspoon per cocktail. That sour punch with the sweet subtle spiciness from the ginger syrup..and some Cava (Prosecco or Champagne)…holy deliciousness!
I recommend this…oh I dunno…maybe for a little New Years Day brunch action…maybe paired with this quiche?
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Thanksgiving is next week…didyouknowthat? Of course you did. UGH.
I’m not ready, guys. I’m not. I’m not ready to brine a turkey. Not ready to pretend to watch football. I’m not ready eat stuffing (I mean…I already did this, remember?).
Maybe on Monday I’ll feel differently…but right now I just can’t handle.
One thing that might get me through is the leftover situation. I loooove Thanksgiving leftovers.
Thanksgiving sandwich? Amazing.
Seriously why don’t we do this year-round?! What other time of the year would we deem it totally acceptable to put mashed potatoes and stuffing in between two slices of bread. HELLO!! I love this!!
I know restaurants do it but I dunno–it’s just better homemade. Fact.
Guess what else you’re gonna have leftover?! Pumpkin puree, I’m guessing. You’ll have some ice cream. You’ll have some spices laying around. And when you bake some pie…you’ll have pie crust scraps, too. (This year save them!!)
This is where this dude comes in…
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Check out this cute looking thing!
We can’t ignore all the peaches right now, can we?! No way–that’d be mean. And we’re nice people!
Every weekend, for the past few weeks, I’ve come home with peaches…and pluots…and apricots. But then I get all crazy and eat them while watching youtube videos for a few hours straight. It’s a private Sunday morning thing I got going on. Totally not interesting.
Finally, I smarted up and bought way too many peaches to eat so I figured I’d drink them instead.
Let’s drink some peaches!
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I made weekend plans for you. Are you ready? Trust me…this is good. Life is about to feel really rich and awesome.
Here it is:
1. Go in your closet. Grab that dress…you know…the one that makes you feel pretty. Make sure it’s not too short.
2. Text the person you have a crush on. Scared? I know I know…but seriously, just jump.
3. Set a date. A picnic date in a grassy, meadow-type place. (See note about dress that’s not too short.)
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Is it fall yet?
I understand people’s whole thing with summer…I get it. But honestly, I’m sweating. The air conditioner’s going. The bugs are out (and won’t leave). And I’m all bbq-ed out.
I’m craving leather jackets, scarves and soup again. And I wanna cuddle. Wanna cuddle? Is that awkward? Probably.
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