Tag: summer 2012

Light Summer Drink

I’ve always liked drinking my water with a slice of lemon. The lemon adds a simple touch of flavor. During the summer months I love to infuse my water with fresh fruit, cucumbers and herbs. One of my favorite combinations is lemon, strawberries and… Continue Reading “Light Summer Drink”

Five Things

 {backyard buddy} Ball games are a quintessential American summer activity, and I try to go to as many games as I can pack in each summer. Even when the temperatures are in the high 90’s there is nothing like a day at Comerica Park… Continue Reading “Five Things”

11 Ways to Beat the Heat

We are already half way through July and the temperatures are holding steady in the high 90’s. As a result it is making it miserable to spend time outside. Here are 11 ideas for beating the summers heat.  1. Make a batch of homemade… Continue Reading “11 Ways to Beat the Heat”

Sweet Peach Pie

There is nothing like a midweek trip out to the country. Where dirt roads are accompanied by roadside fruit and vegetable stands, and the farms are plentiful for pick your own fruit. As soon as I pulled into the farm the aroma of fresh… Continue Reading “Sweet Peach Pie”

Five Things

 {never to old to play in the sand} On Tuesday I was convinced that this week was never going to end. So you can imagine how thrilled I am for the weekend to be here. My weekend will consist of unpacking, DIYing and indulging… Continue Reading “Five Things”