We’re looking forward to a sunny island weekend. We’ll be working hard on yard projects, then cooling off with a dip in the ocean.
Have a glorious August weekend!
I’ve been taking advantage of time away from writing blog posts to work on yard projects, read books, and relax at the beach. July was rich with summer experiences and it felt like it lasted a wonderfully long time.
This week we enjoyed a salad of island-grown tomatoes, peaches, and burrata, topped with fresh basil from the garden and drizzled with good olive oil. What a treat!
We had our first corn of the season and it was so sweet it needed nothing added, no butter or salt. I love the sound of shucking corn, the squeak of the husk as you peel it back. The husks go right into the compost bin, making dirt for next year’s garden. I harvested some seaweed from the beach and added that to the compost too.
When I picked up corn at the farm stand, I grabbed a fresh bunch of colorful radishes to eat with butter and salt. The greens are so fresh, I’m inspired to make a batch of radish green pesto.
I’m going to continue a sporadic posting schedule, sharing when I have the time and inspiration.
Here are a few things to read or watch this weekend.
- Massive Iceberg Looms Over A Village In Greenland — It’s a beautiful sight, but so dangerous. (NPR)
- When the Icebergs Came to Town — Here are some stunning shots of the icebergs. (Kottke.org)
- What Summer Books Are You Reading? — Some summer reading recommendations. (Cup of Jo)
- The Penguin Lessons — If you’re looking for something to watch, I recommend this movie about a penguin that changed lives. (IMDb)
- Cardamom Ice Cream — For some frozen creamy deliciousness that will cool you off and tickle your tastebuds, make this ice cream. Dust off your old ice cream maker! (Sea Salt and Sailor Stripes)
- Goodness: Telescopes Pop-Up on City Sidewalks to Engage Passersby in Free Astronomy Viewing Worldwide — I remember the magic of seeing the moon through a telescope for the first time and I’m so glad that others are able to have the same experience. (Good News Network)
About the photo: A sculpture on a dock piling in Menemsha on Martha’s Vineyard, MA.