#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

April 3, 2006 · Narrative

Hey all! Another perfectly gorgeous day today. We ended up spending a large part of the day outside, working in the yard, having lunch and dinner outside, going to a county park … just an absolutely perfect day to be enjoying the sunshine. Eli got introduced to the fun of slides today. He was actually WHINING because he kept wanting to go down again! Silly dog.

When we were in the backyard playing softball this morning, we brought out a water dish for Eli, and no sooner did we walk away, do we spy Nicholas taking a big gulp. Luckily he did it before Eli got his slobber in there, but Eli was definitely confused as to why Nicholas had his face in his dish. I can’t wait to see the two of them when it REALLY gets hot! I thought I was bad…

For dinner tonight, we ended up just doing Chinese take-out. Between spending the better part of the day outside, and the time change, the day ended up getting away from me. For Treats to Work Monday, I tried a new recipe, Cherry Danish, which ended with the entire batch going in the trash. I hate when that happens – a perfectly good waste of ingredients. They can’t all be winners. Luckily I had a back-up plan, and ended up making a batch of Strawberry Bread for the office treats. One of my favorite recipes, I have to be quick because as soon as Nicholas spies the fresh strawberries, he makes a beeline for them. He sure does love his fruit! This recipe is delicious, quick and simple to make and works as well in loaf pans as it does in 8×8 or 9×9 pans (just keep an eye on it and adjust the time appropriately). If you haven’t had a chance to try this recipe yet, I hope you do.

Until tomorrow … off to watch the Next Food Network Star. On with the Weekend Dog Blogging round-up.

A year ago today … family and grown-up style pudding, what more could you want?

A double dose of the RobWonton trio this week since last week’s picture came after the round-up. The pups are looking spiffy as usual (Happy Birthday Choco!). Join me in congratulating the RobWonton family on their new baby, Maya!

The beautiful Letta from Something So Clever in Montana:

The naughty duo from La Mia Cucina get caught in the act:

No begging here … it’s the pair from Culinary Adventures in Canada:

In a rousing rendition of How Much is that Doggie in the Window, little Willie from Eating for One stops by:

Next up are some Boston Terries via an old calendar from Why Travel to France – too cute!

Newcomer BlackJack from Life – Florida – Whatever stops by with my favorite kind of dog picture:

Simba from Up a Creek without a PatL enjoys some sunshine:

Kahlil from Urban Agrarian is getting some schooling … uh-oh!

See what’s underfoot at Farmgirl Fare … or under Lucky Buddy Bear’s foot!

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  1. stacey says

    April 3, 2006 at 4:06 am

    I love the reversed roles of doggy and boy! Hilarious.

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  2. Jennifer says

    April 3, 2006 at 4:13 am

    Lots of cute dogs! The one of Eli cracked me up! Harley freaks out when going up stairs, I can’t imagine getting him up a slide ladder! Too cute!

    I like the new blog look!

    Reply
  3. Jennifer says

    April 3, 2006 at 4:14 am

    I love all the dog pictures, but the one of Eli cracks me up! I know how my big dog Harley is with stairs; I can’t imagine getting him up a slide ladder! Too cute!

    The new blog layout looks good!

    Reply
  4. bourgogne says

    April 3, 2006 at 2:34 pm

    eli and nicholas are so fun!

    Reply
  5. farmgirl says

    April 3, 2006 at 5:37 pm

    I have never in my life seen a dog going down a slide. What a great photo. Not a lot of dogs joined in this weekend–I guess they must be too busy romping in the spring air to pose for the cameras. : )

    Reply
  6. Cate says

    April 4, 2006 at 2:54 am

    Stacey – didn’t even make the connection until you mentioned it. They definitely slip into each other’s roles really easily. :)

    Thanks, Jen. Eli definitely has strange ideas for what’s fun, but he always joins in with both big paws first. Who knows, maybe Harley will surprise you?!

    Thanks for stopping by, Bourgogne. We think they’re pretty fun too. ;)

    Farmgirl – I think you’re right — they were all outside enjoying the gorgeous weather. :)

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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. 💛

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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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