It’s hard to believe there’s only three weeks until Labor Day weekend. Where did summer go? I’m living in the moment and enjoying each and every day.
I love this time of year! I think I say that every season, don’t I? We still have time to enjoy the long, warm days of summer but there’s just the slightest hint of autumn in the air. There’s still time to enjoy the lush green mountainside views and gorgeous sunsets. Sitting in our tiny courtyard late in the day with a large glass of iced tea with lemon and fresh mint while enjoying a good book – what’s better than that. I just noticed the abundance of basil in the garden which means I better add pesto making to my to-do list for next week. I usually freeze small batches, but my neighbor just told me she puts hers in mason jars with a bit of olive oil on the top before sealing and it lasts about 8 months on the shelf.
Speaking of time in the kitchen, I’ve been missing in action lately. We’ve been eating lots of salads and sandwiches, maybe a take-out pizza and tons of fruit. I just haven’t been in the mood to cook much lately, but I can feel that shifting. I feel the urge to start cooking and baking again – I’m sure my husband will be happy to hear that.
I hope you’re all taking advantage of these last few weeks of August. We still have plenty of time left for swimming, vacationing, gardening and just plain relaxing and enjoying. And to my friends on the other side of the world, I know you’re looking forward to spring.
Have a wonderful week and thanks so much for stopping by and commenting. I really enjoy hearing from all of you.
Susan
xoxo
Your food always looks so delicious.
Thanks so much, Sue.
What beautiful days they are! We’ve even seen the tiniest hints of autumn in the desert!
And thanks for the tip on basil and olive oil. I think I’ll try that one myself!
I noticed some of the treetops have a couple of golden leaves and my pots of flowers are getting very tired looking. It’s all okay though. I love autumn too. I just don’t like to rush the seasons.
Hi Susan!
I love your LL Bean flip flops! I almost ordered the navy polka dot ones – I wish I would’ve! I just ordered a new rain coat from them yesterday, a fleece jacket, and a cute play dress for my daughter. We are taking a trip to Portland, Oregon over Labor day weekend, and I wanted to be sure to have a rain coat with me just in case. We are also gearing up for my daughter’s first day of kindergarten this Thursday! Your patio looks so lovely and inviting – I could spend hours there. And your food always looks so delicious. I am so ready for fall and the cooler days, so I can get my cooking groove back on again.
Those flip-flops are my faves. My daughter includes a pair with my birthday every year. A trip to Portland sounds wonderful – enjoy yourself.
What a very special time for you – your daughters first day of kindergarten. Better bring your tissues.
The season of summer is in its wind down but still many days left to enjoy the fresh bounty of fruits and veggies. Loved seeing your photos of what you are enjoying . . .
Until the next time . . . keep enjoying your life!
Thank you for stopping by, Lynne.
Lovely post and made me hungry lol……….yep looking forward to some warmer weather here!
I bet you’re looking forward to warmer weather in Australia, Wendy. It’s on its way!
I LOVE! Your reading spot! looks very comfy cozy but I have to say you have me very intrigued with the frame and the yarn??? What is that? I love the weaving pattern but what does it make? is it a place mat? pillow topper? afghan topper? My Nana made me a frame one time that made pillow toppers with pompoms! I loved it… Oh! I should make another frame and make pompom pillows again! lol Have a great week
Hi, Eva. It’s a lap loom from Millpoint Emporium in upstate NY. I saw them at the wool show in Rhinebeck last year and then my husband got me one for Christmas. I’m making a pillow right now.
That is so cool! I can hardly wait to see the finished product
It sounds as though you have been making and will continue to make the best of summer! I am amazed that it is half way through August already, where does the time fly to! xx
Hi, Amy – I’m enjoying every last bit of summer! Enjoy your ladies luncheon on Friday. I’m sure it will be lovely.
I am bathing in the sunshine of your blog! Still cold and wet here, and I am looking forward to summer
Cold and wet – not good. Your summer will be here before you know it, Tandy.
We had a top of 11c (51f) but it was sunny for a few hours so I walked the dog and lapped it up!! Looks like you will enjoy the last days Susan – appreciating all the seasons is a lovely way to be
Your salads always look so appealing and I have total peach envy!! I can feel the juice running down my chin. Jan x
Hi, Jan – the peaches are heavenly – sweet and juicy. I think we’ll still be able to get them fresh from the farmer’s market for a few more weeks so I’m enjoying them everyday.
When you say friends on the other side of the world, do you mean me. Miss you.
Jude
Can’t wait for you to get home, jude, it’s way too quiet around the neighborhood without you!
So many pretty and delicious photos, Susan! I’m with you, I am still trying to squeeze in a few more weeks of summer. Fall is beautiful, but there’s plenty of time for that…later! 😉
I love fall too, Kim, but I’m not in any hurry for summer to end. Have a great week.
I live in flip flops in summer..they are my day shoes..slippers..going out shoes..but yours are way prettier..
I am intrigued by your..”loom”?And find the wool so pretty!ovely pastoral views too..I got out of my car and shot a barn..love them..
your courtyard is lovely too Susan..:)
I’m a flipflop girl too, Monique. It’s such a pleasure to be able to just slip them on and go, isn’t it. Like you, I’m fascinated with barns and find myself stopping to take pictures.
Keep these arciltes coming as they’ve opened many new doors for me.
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It has been a “wild Summer” of busyness here in northern Indiana and although I am mourning the end of summer, I am looking forward to the shift of seasons in hopes of a shift of normalness to my days. I have been looking ahead to a change in cooking also as our menu sounds like yours lately!
Yes, I feel like I’m running out of ideas for meals in this heat, Lynn Marie. Next month we’ll be back to make delicious comfort foods, but let’s not rush the season.
What is that loom you’re using? It looks interesting and simple and like something I might like to try to whip up some gift dishcloths with!
Hi, Marie – It’s called an 18th century lap loom. It’s so easy to use – great while your watching tv.
Such juicy colors … richness reflecting the gift of water.
Hi Liz – very juicy colors – thank you Mother Nature!
Dear Susan … I so enjoyed your “Lazy Days of August” posting. It sounds like a perfect August to me. Thank you for sharing. Also, I thought that I would share the Homestead Blessings website with you. I think that you can browse their website and there may be little excerpts of the DVD’s for you to look at. http://www.homestead-blessings.com. I think that you may be able to purchase the DVD’s there as well. Hugs ♥ Teri
Thank you, Teri, and thanks for the website for Homestead Blessings. I checked it out on amazon too and I’m thinking of the soap making and craft editions. They all look so interesting. Hope you’re feeling better. xo
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so…
i’m always late to any party.
this post susan is a feast for the eyes. one image after another so beautiful!
the tomatoes so perfect they don’t even look real! I could just TASTE them in that salad!
our nights are cooler now. that’s our first sign things are changing. even if the days are still an oven… in the high 90’s.
hug your molly girl for me! ♥
Hi Tammy. Our Molly girl gets lots of hugs. We are blessed to have her. Hope your weather cools off a bit, ours too!
Susan, your photos are beautiful, and the salad and fruits look delicious!
Thanks so much, Linda.
Some of your landscapes look so similar to some areas around my neck of the woods. Very pretty!
We were away for the weekend and upon returning the basil shot up like crazy. Thanks for the mason jar tip Sue!
The landscape shots were taken from my car as I drove up a hill to a farm stand – I couldn’t resist. it does seem like the basil has really shot up in the last week or two. Looking forward to pesto.
a good reminder to add fresh mint to all summer drinks! Happy August.
Everything tastes so much better with a bit of mint added, doesn’t it Andrea.
yum yum yum that mochi looks so good! is yogurtland self-serve? there's a self-serve place near me. the yogurt isn't as good as pinkberry or red mango or blooaingdmles, but there are toppings aplenty so it all balances out
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Hey KevGreat workout as usual, keep it up!Do people in the gym ask you questions often regarding training or just autographs? I sure would Best regards from Sweden!
Love all the photos…especially the shoes lined up in a row. What beautiful scenery you have there !
One of those photos had me craving a pickle for breakfast, lol ! Yummy food shots
Pickles for breakfast – I think I’d have to be up for quite awhile to handle that, Deb!
Thank you Susan, I’m certainly looking forward to Spring, I think I’ve been getting the “winter blues” since I was a teen! Enjoy the last of your warm weather, soak it into your bones!
Sending a flying kiss
Love Sita ♥️♥️♥️
I know what you mean, Sita. Seems the winters are getting longer and cabin fever can definitely set in.
Im sending a flying kiss right back to you. xo
Thank God! Soenome with brains speaks!
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Hi Susan, Your photos are so vibrant and GREEN. My lawn looks like straw and most everywhere I go I see the same sight. We are struggling with no rain for so long. (except for last Friday for a few hours). We are the Evergreen state and even the trees are in peril. So just seeing your photos makes me happy.So tanks for lifting my spirits.
You’ll have to put your froggy boots back on and start doing another rain dance, Sharon. We have short showers here and there and it really helps.
What beautiful pictures, Susan, as always! Seeing New York State again with its beautiful green farmland is a breath of fresh air (we didn’t make it home this year). The food looks so yummy–can I come for lunch sometime? It’s getting quite cool here–this morning we woke to find the porch iced over.
Our summer has been way too short, but of course, there is something good in each season.
Iced over? We’ve been having a heat wave here. I didn’t realize you were from NY – I’m not vey far up-Orange County and I just love it! Do you miss NY? It looks beautiful where you live now.
I grew up mostly in Oneida County, out in the country. It was beautiful and I loved it so much–but honestly, I don’t miss it much now–I’m too busy loving the Colorado mountains I call home with my own sweet man and kids.
I never realized what an &#nag0;or2anizatio82l freak” you are. Really impressive. And a great sense of humor and witty to boot. Am glad that you and Ami are such good friends.
Beautiful photographs Susan, I liked seeing your weaving loom, look slime it is going to be interesting. We are the same as you,mI can start to feel the first nip of autumn in the air. We have had a very poor summer in Scotland,with lots of rain, but the last few days have been beautifully warm, and it has been lovely to feel the sun again x
Oh dear! What has predictive text done to my comment??! That should of course read ‘ looks like it’s going to be interesting’ ! Teach me to double check before hitting ‘publish’! Good thing we are friends…….x
LOL. I always hit publish before I double check. I’m glad you’re enjoying a few warm, sunny days over in Scotland before autumn arrives, Penny. Lovely weather here as well.
So many great photos in this post. Your living room is one that I could curl up in with a good book. That tomato sandwich looks absolutely delicious.
Thank you, Karen. I’m addicted to tomato sandwiches this time of year.
Hello…. What a lovely blog you have here…
Karen sent me over, and so glad she did…
Love your saying that you love every season! I try to do this also!
Gentle hugs,
Tessa
Hi Tessa, so glad you visited. I read your blog as well, but I’m not able to comment because the drop down doesn’t include name/url, but please know that I’m there!
Hi Susan, lovely photos, especially of you outdoor seating area, I love those cushions
Autumn is somehow in the air here too 
Jillxo
Hi Jill – I love my tiny little courtyard too. The flowers, however, have seen better days. Another sign that summer is coming to an end.
So often when I read your words I think they would be exactly what I would write. This is definitely one of those times. : ) I’m trying to capture those last peaceful, fleeting moments of summer before the rush of going back to school next week. I hope you have a beautiful rest of your week!! xo
~ Wendy
http://Crickleberrycottage.blogspot.com/
Thank you, Wendy. Enjoy this time before school starts and life takes on a different tempo.
Hi, Susan! Thanks for posting
I enjoyed my visit, and felt so at home. I was just thinking today that it is almost a year since I last visited NY, MA, and PEI…sigh…such a good trip. I have lived in so many lovely locations and find I wish I could be at my favorite spots all at once!
When we lived in NY the former owners of our last home had planted a peach tree that blessed us with the most luscious fruit which we could enjoy around this time of year.
Your lap loom project is very pretty and I’m glad you are enjoying it. I have a lap loom that I want to use, but somehow I always seem to get sidetracked with other creative projects; so your industry inspires me!
We are grateful to be getting some rain in our area of the Pacific Northwest this weekend. I am praying the rain will help dampen the wildfires.
May you and yours continue to enjoy your days…whatever the season
xx
Our summer isn’t ready to let go just yet. It is still very hot and humid. But I like keeping an eye out for signs of autumn in the early morning hours or the changing of the light. Love that multi-colored yarn.
Amalia
xo
Camping up the California coast from the Mexican border to Crater Lake, Oregon is my favorite childhood I am definately taking some of these trips with my kids when they are old enough to