Easy Like Sunday Morning

Late May moments from 'walking the estate':

Mojitos or Mint Juleps anyone?

Mr. B's lettuces:

Lots of lovely bloomings...



Though it is rainy now, the light is definitely making its way back into our corner of the world.


Hit the bookstore for some innocent browsing only to find a combination of favorites and want-to-reads on sale. Hello summer reading...

A Boston Red Sox vs. Mariners game ushers in the season.

For Susie: Work Chili Dog American style done fancy: poppyseed bun, chili, mustard, onions, sharp cheddar. I ate this in your honor...

The record cold weather and rain paused for some small adventures in gardening today. The sun came out just in time for a photo session...

Family photo:
Three types of basil to enjoy with our tomatoes (thanks Peter!)

Ladies in waiting:
Picnic basket score from the bins means lots of dining al fresco this summer!


I need a new vase. I got a beautiful bouquet of flowers but I can't fit them into any of my vases. This way they bring cheer to three separate rooms:





The Namesake:

Meet my new plant, Ben.