Weekend Things

Not to rag on this weekend since it hasn't even happened yet, but I'm super excited for NEXT weekend. I love holiday cookouts, so tomorrow we'll be tuning up our charcoal grill and getting all the supplies we need for an outdoor feast of sorts.

In the meantime . . . 

// Down for the Count //

After posting about MyFitnessPal experience, I've struggled.

I think tracking what I eat is really helpful, but I'm getting too numbers-focused.

And then I eat things like delicious Justin candy bars versus healthy snacks.

// Sniffles + Sneezes //

Here's some good advice for how to deal with allergies on the run.

Personally, I do saline nose spray + homeopathic remedy + occasionally these eye drops.

I also make sure I shower off ASAP to get all the pollen.

// Dreams //

Wow this beautiful backyard movie night looks enchanting.

Hard to top that.

// Foot Finds //

I bought leopard crocs sandals this week. Is something wrong with me?

If I don't like them, I may send instead for these Reef sandals (good deal!).

Everyone keeps suggesting Rainbow sandals. Any experiences?

// Spring to Summer Eats //

Parmesan-Garlic Grilled Corn -- might make for Memorial Day.

Strawberry + Rhubarb Crumb Pie b/c I'm in the mood to bake a pie.

// Pretty (Cool) Playhouse //

I'd love to get Ada a playhouse for the backyard.

I've been scouring Craigslist and our local mom's yard sale group for a deal.

Been totally inspired by this project + this project. Stay tuned!

// Smart Stuff //

32 Cheap And Easy Backyard Ideas via BuzzFeed

Building a straw bale shed + did you know I dream of living in a bale house?

Grilling sandwiches using your waffle maker via Edible Perspective.

// Homesteading //

How to Turn Your Backyard Into a 4-Season Farm -- did I already share this?

Yard to Farm via Brooklyn Based

Realistically, I may plant a large backyard perennial garden, thanks to Aynsley for the inspiration!

And I have a simple recipe to add to my discussion about Mushrooms for Runners:


Just saute some garlic and sliced mushrooms in a pan for a few minutes (until softened and fragrant) and then lower the heat and add a few cups of baby spinach. Wilt and serve warm with whatever you're eating on a given night. Goes well with eggs . . . with sandwiches . . . whatever!

And here's what you may have missed this week on Writing Chapter Three:



Have a great weekend!

Psst: You can check out more Weekend Things here + here + here + here + here + here + here + here + here + here + here + here + here + here + here.

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