I hope your weekend was fantastic! We had a fabulous getaway to our favorite island, and it was much needed. We noticed that we feel so much better mentally after a getaway.
Every marina on the island was packed with all types of boats. The weather was great for our getaway. We listened to live music on the waterfront, had good food (but expensive this year), went to two beaches and visited with our friends over there.
A one scoop waffle cone that our one daughter wanted, was $8.00 (cash only). All food overall was higher in price, and one restaurant is not making their famous wings this summer (due to lack of supply from their personal supplier).
Today I'm joining Sandra at Diary of a Stay at Home Mom.
I will link up when she posts today. I have to get outside to water the garden and flower beds early. It's going to be a hot one today.
The weather . . .
80's, sunny, slight chance of rain
On my reading pile . . .
On my TV . . .
Heartland
On the menu . . .
-grilled brats, camper potatoes
-sheet pan fajitas
-grilled marinated steak kabobs
-have no idea, ha ha
On my to-do list . . .
-water the garden (unless it rains)
-run to town for errands
-take stuff to donate
What I am sewing, crocheting, knitting or creating . . .
Still working on crocheted water balloons (just soak and toss - eco-friendly). I haven't had time to work on anything much.
Looking around the house . . .
Daughter K told us she would clean up her messes. We shall see if that happens.
From the camera . . .
Something fun to share . . .
My husband bought me one of these tools from a school fundraiser. I have had it almost 10 years and used it once. Didn't like it.
Last week, I was watching a cooking show and learned something new. The good ol' potato masher works better at working ground meat than the tool I used to have. I tried the cook's tip out on some ground sausage and it worked so much better. Why haven't I ever thought of this? Ha ha!
On my prayer list . . .
No requests right now.
Happy for your wonderful weekend! Which island is your favorite? We went to Marblehead Lighthouse on Lake Erie on our recent road trip through Ohio and Indiana.
ReplyDeleteM.Meyers, we stay on Kelley's. Put in Bay is too commercialized and Kelley's is laid back and relaxing.
ReplyDeleteGreat kitchen tip. Your getaway looks wonderful what great pictures. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLisa, you are welcome. The potato masher works faster because it's larger at the base. Love this idea and will use it often.
ReplyDeleteFun to hear about your island getaway!
ReplyDeleteI bought one of those tools a year or so ago and use it a great deal. I find it does a marvelous job on breaking up ground meat.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Thank you Chasity
ReplyDeleteJackie, I was told by a family member it works great to break up chicken in a crock pot too, but prefer the potato masher for ground meats.
ReplyDeleteLove the beach pictures. Chicken supplies are a problem here too and I have a friend in NYork and they can't get wings either.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week
Your getaway sounds amazing. That top pictures is gorgeous! I am going on a short vacation in about 10 days and I can't wait to get away! Have a wonderful week
ReplyDeleteLuludou, I am working on finding local meat sources. The problem is most cattle farms here feed their animals gmo corn. Sigh. I hope to find grass fed soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sherry, have a wonderful getaway.
ReplyDeleteThrilled you were able to get away and enjoy a break. We pay a premium for living on an Island, they put it down to transport costs.
ReplyDeletemamasmercantile, we typically bring our own food over to the island, but the perch there is wonderful too. It costs us $102.00 round trip to get to the island with 3 people.
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