#flowertherapy might be right up there with #water #flowertherapy might be right up there with #watertherapy.  Love passing the time in secret wildflower patches. As you do. 🌸
I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛
Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged photo, but Lola just has ZERO boundaries and Clifford is exceptionally patient. 😂
I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s so good for you), so when I saw that a local patisserie has a smoked salmon croissant available (weekends only), I added it to my list of things to seek out. I popped into @chocolatinenj early on Mother’s Day and was rewarded with this deliciousness. Layers of soft flaky croissant dough, tender smoked salmon, light whipped cream, thinly sliced red and green onion slivers and dotted with capers… it was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine it would be. If you’re local, don’t sleep on this one. 😋
Weekend photos in review, the belated edition. 1/ Weekend photos in review, the belated edition.

1/ hit up a few yard sales and snagged this beautiful pasta dish from Italy with my favorite color for a buck, 2/ and one of these printer trays came home with me too, 3/ pre Mother’s Day celebrations with 30 local moms, 4/ finished the weekend supervising furniture assembly
Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd bir Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd birthday. Unfortunately she’s not here to celebrate because she died suddenly at age 49. I think of her often … every Mother’s Day because we spent most of them together since her husband worked weekends … when I discover a new food adventure (we once did a day long donut crawl) … when I’m sharing a special time with my kids knowing that her then-11 year old is growing up without her. Before she passed, I always appreciated every day, but since then, even more so. You never know what the next day can bring, so relish in the sunshine, surprise rainstorms, making wishes over railroad tracks and all the wonderful randomness life can throw your way. Don’t waste a single second, say yes, live on the outskirts of your comfort zone, laugh often, tell people you love them, give eight second hugs, and squeeze every ounce of joy you can out of life. Do it for the people who can’t. ✨
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Weekend Dog Blogging #6

October 25, 2005 · Narrative

Thanks for hanging in for my one day delay on WDB #6. Pups’ pictures below.

OK, the bar review. Yesterday, I made Blueberry Cheesecake Bars, Cherry Coconut Bars, Zucchini Bars and Harvest Pumpkin Bars. The Blueberry ones were very tasty, but don’t cut neatly, and that’s a pet peeve of mine, so no dice. The Cherry Coconut Bars were excellent, and will definitely be repeated. First time I’ve made them, and it’s actually a 50-year-old recipe! The Harvest Pumpkin Bars were delicious; one of our Supper Club members brought them last week to our monthly dinner. Exceptionally easy recipe. The Zucchini Bars were a hard sell, at both my office and The Neighbors’. I haven’t had them yet, but Nicholas gobbled one up; given his disdain for all green vegetables, that’s a GOOD thing! Some of the recipes are on the sidebar already — the rest to follow.

The Husband made it out of Miami just in time, helping his cousin with “hurricane preparedness” before he left yesterday. As he watched the news back in Jersey today, a town that he was just 5 miles away from yesterday now seems to be pretty demolished. He’s been trying to get in touch with his cousin to make sure he’s ok, but it seems all the phone lines are down. Please think good thoughts for him and his family. And in the meantime, thanks for the e-mails asking if The Husband made it home safely — much appreciated! Nicholas was BEYOND thrilled to see him today. This was only the second time they’ve been separated overnight …. poor baby.

Shop Rite had some amazing already-cooked pork loin yesterday, so I cheated and bought that for dinner tonight, and The Husband is making some of his delicious yellow rice.

OK, time for the round-up. Until tomorrow…

P.S. NY Times did a 2-page article on Rachael Ray, cover of their Dining section. Anyone happen to have a copy of it?

No begging here … check out the eager faces on the pups at Funny Little Dogs:


The baby from Belly-Timber:

Check out a very happy Robin at Farmgirl Fare:

The pooches from I’m No Heroine check in:


Having a grand ‘ol time at Musings:

A perfectly content Dale from One Hot Stove:

A newcomer joins us from Just Heavenly:

The pups from Dispensing Happiness, once again, living the good life:


The pair from Something So Clever:


Another newcomer joining in the fun from Modern Girls Kitchen:
 And I thought Stephanie’s dogs were living the good life, I think Zoe from Is It EDible might have taken the prize:
 And last, but not least, Bella and Nicholas:

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  1. Alicat says

    October 25, 2005 at 1:41 am

    lol..Nick is such a cutie patootie!!

    Too..much…cuteness…can’t…handle…that…much…cuteness…

    Reply
  2. Angela Martínez says

    October 25, 2005 at 2:40 am

    Glad the husband made it home safely.

    We live north of where the eye came in. It was pretty ugly here for a while, but it came and went pretty quickly. While their town may be in shambles and they may be without power and communications, I’m sure that the family is fine. I’ll keep them in my thoughts.

    I know that after last year’s storms here we were without modern conveniences, like showers and phones for a good two weeks. Let’s hope that they’re a little more prepared this year.

    The dogs look great, and the bars sound wonderful. I might have to try those cherry coconut ones myself. Yummy!

    Reply
  3. Paz says

    October 25, 2005 at 12:12 pm

    Glad the hubby made it home safely. Missed the RR spread in NYT. Love the dogs!
    Paz

    Reply
  4. Suz says

    October 25, 2005 at 6:47 pm

    Hi, Got your blog from Karen @ “Live, Laugh, Love” (funny little doggies). I have 2 dogs and think its great that you post all these dog pics, so cute.

    Even better those Harvest Pumpkin Bars sound yummy, may just have to try them.

    Suz

    Reply
  5. Cate says

    October 25, 2005 at 7:00 pm

    Ali – thanks! He spent last night determined that Eli and Bella HAD to have chapstick on their lips. Can’t say they were too amused.

    Suz- thanks for dropping by. If you have dogs, feel free to join in this weekend’s WDB #7. In the meantime, make the bars – you won’t be disappointed.

    Angela – glad to hear you’re all ok. I’m sure it must be really tense as times, waiting to see where it will hit.

    Paz – hoping someone has the article to send me…. some NYer has GOT to have it. ;)

    Reply
  6. merley says

    October 25, 2005 at 11:56 pm

    I haven’t been a New Yorker for many years but I never gave up my Times. I have the article if you want it. I don’t have a blog, but I linked to yours thorough the CL BB. I came by to see the dogs. You can email me at BKCKM@aol.com if you really want the article.

    merley

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I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
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I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛

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#flowertherapy might be right up there with #water #flowertherapy might be right up there with #watertherapy.  Love passing the time in secret wildflower patches. As you do. 🌸
I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛
Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged photo, but Lola just has ZERO boundaries and Clifford is exceptionally patient. 😂
I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s so good for you), so when I saw that a local patisserie has a smoked salmon croissant available (weekends only), I added it to my list of things to seek out. I popped into @chocolatinenj early on Mother’s Day and was rewarded with this deliciousness. Layers of soft flaky croissant dough, tender smoked salmon, light whipped cream, thinly sliced red and green onion slivers and dotted with capers… it was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine it would be. If you’re local, don’t sleep on this one. 😋
Weekend photos in review, the belated edition. 1/ Weekend photos in review, the belated edition.

1/ hit up a few yard sales and snagged this beautiful pasta dish from Italy with my favorite color for a buck, 2/ and one of these printer trays came home with me too, 3/ pre Mother’s Day celebrations with 30 local moms, 4/ finished the weekend supervising furniture assembly
Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd bir Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd birthday. Unfortunately she’s not here to celebrate because she died suddenly at age 49. I think of her often … every Mother’s Day because we spent most of them together since her husband worked weekends … when I discover a new food adventure (we once did a day long donut crawl) … when I’m sharing a special time with my kids knowing that her then-11 year old is growing up without her. Before she passed, I always appreciated every day, but since then, even more so. You never know what the next day can bring, so relish in the sunshine, surprise rainstorms, making wishes over railroad tracks and all the wonderful randomness life can throw your way. Don’t waste a single second, say yes, live on the outskirts of your comfort zone, laugh often, tell people you love them, give eight second hugs, and squeeze every ounce of joy you can out of life. Do it for the people who can’t. ✨

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