i was out and about today. i made a stop at whole foods, for some ingredients to create a pasta salad, for the weekend. i couldn't decided on a smoked gouda or a nice, gruyere~ so i bought a small chunk of both. ; )
and there were peonies. yes, the poetry of flowers. they called my name, in such a sweet whisper. ; )
and pomegranate lemonade... i couldn't leave without a cup of that. it's hot outside. yikes.
i beamed ; ) all the way down the escalator and on my way home. people smiled and i smiled back. it was the flowers ( i tell ya) they just made people smile, the way a cute puppy does or a newborn baby.
it is a wonderful friday.
i am thinking this smoked gouda, would go nicely over a grilled chicken + avocado + tomato sandwich as well. ... roast corn? hmm... wink.
"to be overcome by the fragrance of flowers is a delectable defeat."
Beverly Nichols
oh, i am dipping my feet into more brave waters, by adding a few prints to my shop. a few of you asked, so i will do that later today/tonight. thank you, for asking ; )
happy weekend, my dear friends.
one love~
37 ladlefuls of love:
I love, love fresh flowers in my home. Even when others think it's a silly luxury, I do not. Flowers nurture my soul.
Mmmmm...all your ideas for weekend lunches and dinners sound so yummy! Oh to have a Whole Foods or a Trader Joes nearby. *sigh*
Smiles are contagious ~
Beautiful weekend wishes to you dearest Christina!
Oh yes, smoked gouda! Have you ever tried shredding it real fine and sprinking it over hot microwaved popcorn? OMG...it's heaven, just sayin'
Have a beautiful weekend!
smoked gouda and peonies ... lovely.
What a wonderful way to spend your Friday! That lemonade sounds wonderful...I need to make myself an afternoon beverage.
peonies...they make my heart sing.
and so do you.
Sounds like the perfect start to the weekend....!! xxoo :)
flowers do make people smile, but i'm sure it was your lovely face and your smile too.
:)
sounds like a terrific sandwich. i have fresh peaches from the market to make cobbler this weekend. or maybe a nice fruit compote to go over a fresh baked poundcake.
oh peonies. they are beautiful. mine are all gone. i would have snapped those up too!
melinda jayne* mine too. all the peonies in my yard are gone. i just had to have these. : )
LOVE peonies, and gouda, and avacados..may I come to dinner soon ;)?
you make me smile... right thru the screen... and my how i love your peonies...
Beautiful....
I love going to Whole Foods, but there is not one around here where I live. :(
I'm watching the 1987 movie "Cool Runnings" and thinking of you in Jamaica :)
Sweet thoughts.......
Peonies are such a perfect flower. Your photos definitely did them justice :-)
Thank you,
jj
Sounds beautiful, thanks for sharing!
Oh peonies are my favorite, though I seldom see them. And cheese! Also my favorite, although I didn't indulge at Henrys (the OC version of Whole Foods) but wish I did. Red velvet cupcakes made it home though! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
xo Mary Jo
{Am on my way to check out your prints}.
Smiles and flowers are contagious. glad you had such a perfect day. happy weekend to you. Hugs.
divine ... how do you do it? the pictures are breathtaking and your words so warm my heart, smile for you :-), have a blessed w-e
I love fresh flowers and your photos of them. I also love going to whole foods and can spend hours there. I'm heading to your etsy shop right now. :)
Yes, I was smiling just thinking about seeing you walk by with peonies in your arms. Your sandwich sounds so yummy. Happy weekend.
you are a giver of extraordinary beauty.
both seen and unseen, the beauty that can fill a soul and lift hearts.
i would love to invite you...beginning this friday,
haiku my heart,
collecting all lovers of words.
simplicity and beauty distilled.
i hope you will join us...
warmly,
rebecca
how much i heart the fragile colour of these blushing blooms!!! yay for your shop!!! loveliest thoughts today
thank you for your visit...
and presence.
i sit in the power of sharing..
lifted and renewed.
Gosh! You're in love with peonies, aren't you?
Love the new additions to the shop.
xo
those peonies look like creamy goodness..glad to hear you are putting prints in your shop, i wondered if you would do that as well...
headin' over there now...
xo
Love the new additions to your shop! Happy weekend beautiful Christina! xx
Ah - gorgeous flowers and quote! Enjoy the delectable day!
oh,Christina...there is so much to love about peonies...
and that sandwich...and pomegranate lemonade...I must shop with you someday;)
Lovely! Hope you and yours are having a good weekend and a Happy Father's Day! xoxox
Congrats on your Etsy store!!!!!!!!!!!
Delicious...always delicious stops here! Happy Summer Days, Christina :o) Your new shop is looking wonderful ((HUGS))
Oh Christina! Your photos are exquisite!!! You do have the "eye" for sure. I've also been over to your Etsy shop and will be ordering something very soon. I just love your work!!!! Beautiful!!!
Completely enjoyed my blooming peonies too, only wished they'd last longer. On to the lilies now.
i can feel your beautiful smile from here! pure light.
Great post, peonies are so beautiful, I just faint with delight. Your food descriptions made me hungry, so I'm off to make lunch. Have a great week!
You know, I still want to eat dinner at your house. Please??? I promise to bring an amazing dessert.
I love it when you muse aloud about food!
These peonies look as soft as baby skin. I have a new pale pink one that just bloomed today.
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