summer love

the love of my life--luckly my husband loves pesto too.

missionary ridge picnic

we put together a little after work picnic and rode our motorcycles ten miles or so up missionary ridge to a sunny spot with an amazing valley view. parked the bikes and unloaded blankets and food. we had summer vegitable gratin (layers of grilled tomatoes, squash, zucchini, and eggplant with cheese and herbed bechamel sauce.
chelsea made a salad filled with the fruit of her spectacular garden. we had to indulge in my drink of the summer--cucumber lime mint spritzers. next time i am adding a little gin to mine for a kick.



we soaked in the sunset and just as we were getting chilly we loaded up the bikes and headed back home. it was a perfect way to soak up the hours between work and bed. a way to break the cycle we get into of work bed work bed. my next summer resolution is to do this more often, i'd say everyday but i would lose. everyweek...now we can make that happen.

Contemporary Wooden Retreat by Johnston Architects

Contemporary Wooden Retreat by Johnston Architects: "

Located on the Oregon Coast, in Bluff Bandon, where Coquille River meets the ocean, this contemporary wooden residence comes from Johnston Architects and is our idea of a stylish retreat. The architecture plan features an “L”-shaped building which is open to both the river and ocean. The amazing natural surroundings were not left out and large windows allow unobstructed views. Enormous cypress trees guard the area and were brilliantly integrated in the building’s design. A cool wooden deck is also part of the architecture. The interior features a modern design enriched with rustic elements and spacious rooms with a fresh feel. What do you say? Does this place match your escape dream home?

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#78170 - Warm Rice Salad with Rainbow Chard Toasted Walnuts Feta and Blood Orange

#78170 - Warm Rice Salad with Rainbow Chard Toasted Walnuts Feta and Blood Orange: "

Warm Rice Salad with Rainbow Chard, Toasted Walnuts, Feta, Blood Orange, and Tarragon - a delicious one dish meal!

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