An Evening Outdoors
One of the nicest things about the longer days that accompany the arrival of spring, is the time that we have for outdoor outings in the evenings. Mr. Staggs and I took a little time last Sunday evening to enjoy this view of the bay under a dramatic and very beautiful sky. It was the perfect way to end what had been a lovely Mother's Day.
I love to go on picnics, especially for dinner in the late spring and early summer. Warmer weather, a good meal, bare feet on a blanket and a beautiful view have a way of relaxing the kinks after a long day at work, whether it be at buisness, in the garden or after hours spent spring cleaning. A picnic doesn't have to be a lot of extra work if you're prepared. Even the simplest of meals become special when enjoyed outdoors it seems. Keep a blanket in your car, a basket packed with the essentials and then it's just a matter of shopping for a good loaf of bread and maybe some cheese to accompany the salads, pastas or soups you've made ahead of time. No time to cook? That's what your favorite deli is for! Tuck in a bottle of wine. Add homemade lemonade and a thermos of coffee, along with a simple dessert of cookies or cupcakes and you're all set for an evening that will put a smile on your face, and the sparkle back in the eyes of those you love.
The fresh air will do you good!
What would you pack in your picnic basket, Dear Reader?
Best wishes to you.....'til next time in Merryville!








