#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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Arrival: Bermuda

November 16, 2005 · Narrative

Woke up this morning to the great sight of land and small sailboats outside our stateroom window. We finally arrived in Bermuda at 8:30 am this morning. Had breakfast in our room, and then quickly got dressed to go check out the sights.

The Husband and I came to Bermuda about 9-10 years ago, but it was to different ports then, so this area was new to us. The ship is docked at the Royal Naval Dockyard (King’s Wharf) and there’s quite a bit of history, museums, stores and a few things to do within walking distance from the port, which is nice. We DEFINITELY got a lot of exercise today, forgoing the bus/ferry transportation that was available.

We visited the Bermuda Rum Cake Factory and got more than a few samples, and some goodies to take home. It’s amazing how small this very popular factory actually is. Got a picture of one of the guys making the cakes, with a huge warm smile … The Husband joked, “if only he knew he was going to end up on your website!” ;)

We also visited Bermuda Glassworks and watched them do a glassblowing demonstration. Nicholas was more than enthralled, and we bought a few gifts there. Also found, of course, a few local cookbooks, including one all on Bermuda Onions. There is a line of sauces made by Outerbridge, which is a key ingredient in one of the Bermudian cookbooks that I bought, so grabbed a few bottles of that as well.

Peeked into a few art galleries, because I am looking for some nautical maps and a few specific prints. There was a fantastic gallery that has huge beautiful photographs of the beaches, water, landscape, etc., and I’m trying to rationalize a purchase. I really want just the print, so I can take it home and frame it myself, but they only sell them all matted and framed, and that definitely brings it up more than a few notches visually; they really are stunning. I think I might go back tomorrow before we leave … ok to make a small splurge on vacation, right?

The Husband did some snorkeling this afternoon, and Nicholas and I took a much-needed nap. Poor Nicholas. He hasn’t grasped the concept that we can’t just “go home” and was crying last night because he “missed his dog and cats” and wanted Grandma to come pick him up. We called my Mom today so he could talk to her about Eli and give him kisses over the phone, and that made him feel a bit better.

Tonight we decided to eat our dinner meal in our room. I had a Crab Cake with Wasabi Sauce to start and a Stuffed Tortellini with Sundried Tomatoes and Feta Cheese. The Husband had a Duck Terrine to start and Citrus Salmon. Nicholas broke out of his mold and had Chicken Fingers. He also devoured a whole, adult-sized portion of salad. Ever since we got on the ship, he has had a voracious appetite for fruit. He’s usually pretty good about eating fruit at home, but it’s been non-stop here. No arguments from me.

With the availability of non-stop food, it’s definitely easy to gain weight on a cruise. The first time The Husband and I went on a cruise, he gained 8 lbs. But this time, luckily for us I suppose, we had a lousy travel agent who put us in a cabin that is at the complete other end of the ship from everything else. I wish I brought a pedometer, because we have been walking non-stop since Sunday.

Found out the ship sells a cookbook, so I bought a copy of that today. Of course, so far, none of the dishes I’ve had are IN the cookbook, but it still looks like a good one. I’m going to see if I can get the recipe for the Rustic Vidalia Onion Tart from the cook before I leave.

OK folks, all for now. Off to catch the show for tonight … so far, the shows have been Nicholas’ favorite part of the trip!

Until next time…

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  1. kima says

    November 16, 2005 at 12:53 am

    Still buying cookbooks!!!LOL!

    Love you for that!

    Keep on having fun!

    Reply
  2. Mona says

    November 16, 2005 at 4:52 am

    Yay, I can read posts in my PJs and dream of the beach…Beach Boys songs are now popping into my head:) Have so much fuN!

    Reply
  3. Anonymous says

    November 16, 2005 at 12:10 pm

    You must be on a Royal Caribbean ship….I remember the Vidalia Onion Tart…Yummy! Never thought to ask for the recipe….would be so grateful if you would post if you get it!! Have fun!

    Reply
  4. Cate says

    November 16, 2005 at 4:54 pm

    Kima, but of course! Think I got 3 in total. Not too bad, right? ;)

    Mona – Nicholas would be happy; he LOVES the Beach Boys, particularly “Barbara Ann,” which is on endless loop in our car. Will download our pictures and post over the weekend, so stayed tuned for that.

    Anon – good guess! One of the desserts with lunch today was a Creme Caramel that is definitely, hands down, the best we’ve had. Going to ask for that recipe as well. I always ask for recipes – worst they can do is say no. Fingers crossed.

    Reply
  5. Bob says

    November 16, 2005 at 8:44 pm

    It’s been a while since I have been to Bermuda, but . . .

    Portofino’s off of Front Street was excellent.

    The Swizzle Inn is a must. Pitchers of rum swizzles. Yummy!

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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. 🌙
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
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