Archive for July, 2009
23 Jul
Olivia Fix
22 Jul
American Idyll
I recently re-subscribed to Gourmet, just in time to find an incredible barbecue menu in the July issue. I love interesting takes on traditional dishes–something familiar, yet exciting. The menu, which you can find in its entirety here, started with mint juleps. I decided to try this plum and thyme iced tea with bourbon, which [...]
19 Jul
Smith family fun
We stopped in Nebraska for Leo’s third birthday party, and spend the night at Doug and Karyl’s with Aunt Laura. Their gardens are in top form–and the slide is too, thanks to a bit of wax paper and help from Grandma and Grandpa Smith!
17 Jul
More Minnesota
We arrived in Minnesota just a day ahead of the famous Ward Springs Fourth of July Parade, at which parade participants hand out candy and beer. We had the good fortunate of sitting next to Gramma and Grampa’s neighbors, Rex and Linda. The last half of the parade is just a bit wet… We took [...]
14 Jul
At the cabin
We left for vacation last Thursday, stopping halfway in Iowa. Before Ava fell asleep at the hotel that night, and she confided in me that she was feeling pretty burnt out. “Mom,” she said, “Preschool is just driving me crazy. My teacher has me doing all these five-year-old dot-to-dots, and I am just . . [...]
13 Jul
How I spent my summer vacation
A photo essay from the Smith family…more details on our week long trip to Minnesota in the coming days!
2 Jul
Bye for now!
I’m taking a blog break—I’m finally sending my beloved MacBook Pro in for a much needed tune-up. I’ll be back the week of the 13th. See you soon!
