= kids in and out of swimsuits more than the ice cubes in the freezer making their way to the glass of suntea
= trips back and forth to the potager get better every time
= no "in the kitchen" meals, just fresh from the garden and grill
= little hands coming inside with green tomatoes to slice up and add to salad
summer means no worries.........no schedule............
this summer is a busy place full of memories........
spending the late afternoon on our farm with 4 Seminarians
= go kart rides
= swinging from the tree swings
= chasing after chickens
= walking the prairie
= ping pong games
= TONS of laughter
= lots of hungry appetites!!
~menu~
- Blue cheese filled burgers
(served with a homemade roasted red-pepper sauce + sauteed mushrooms w/onions)
-grilled zucchini (drizzled with olive oil and rosemary+thyme)
-grilled sliced potatoes w/red onions and cheese drizzled with olive oil (wrapped tightly in recycled foil)
-and my (almost) famous chocolate cake
These amazingly joyful group of men filled our hearts and souls with more joy in the Lord, but also made us ache with laughter....
Looks like a lot of busy with lots of fun!! Love that vintage fan with the lavender. We aren't cooking over the stove in the kitchen much either. Enjoy your busy days.
ReplyDeletewhat a great group of happy smiles. i am sure they loved their time at the farm.
ReplyDeletewhat great pictures, we can feel your fun and laughter - this is what summer holidays re for - schedule free and non stop meals !
ReplyDeletewarmest wishes to you Anne Marie
Love the pic and that vid makes me laugh every time I see it. Those 4 God-loving men were so awesome, I feel blessed that they were with us for a whole week! They had a great time on the farm. :)
ReplyDeleteDear Anne Marie, In my youth we spent time at Niles College outside of Chicago with the nicest and most joyful guys...all seminarians. A special group for sure! Spending time at your beautiful farm was surely a memorable experience for them. I always admire your open heart, wonderful family and strong faith. A trip to your farm is good for anyone's soul. Love, Penny
ReplyDeletegreat group photo! sounds like you all are having a wonderful, joyful summer!
ReplyDeleteI can't think of a better place for these seminarians to hang their hats this Summer.
ReplyDeleteEspecially since your family, as St. Francis once said, preaches the gospel at all times, and uses words when necessary.
Thank you for encouraging and supporting the future of our Church!
Anne
I have to agree with Anne, Anne-Marie! Your house is so filled with God's love and you live it each and every day by the WAY you live. Blessings to you and your sweet sweet family, dear friend! ♥
ReplyDeleteDid I ever tell you that I want to be like you when I grow up....? :)
xoxo laurie
Your bounty and mine sound so similar! last night I ate in the garden--peas and raspberries.
ReplyDeleteGreat looking group! That looks like Dan Haseltine in front, in the group shot with your children. If it is, tell him we love his music (actually, for the last 15 years or so)!
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