Freshly cut grass scents are wafting through my windows this morning. Yum yum!
Last night we debated going out to dinner, but Matt showed up with a bag of green beans and we pulled some fish out of the freezer. This one was worth staying home for!
Local trout with Dijon and panko // Dijon-honey green beans // sweet potato wedges
This morning M and I made smoothies together again. This one was strawberry banana.
And finally, another delicious summer smell for you!
KERF reader Karla makes natural soy wax candles in teacups and mason jars called Sweet Claire’s Candles. You know I have a thing for vintage blue jars, so I absolutely love this candle! The scent Karla sent to me – Sunshower – is divine.
Enter to win a candle in the Rafflecopter below and by leaving a comment telling how you’ll be celebrating summer this weekend!
And finally – if you have a free weekend next week and live near Cville (or feel like a road trip!) the Cured Bacon Festival is happening at the Pavilion on Saturday the 30th from 1-5pm. Bacon will come from The Rock Barn, a local butcher that believes in respecting the process from field to fork. Several chefs from Cville restaurants will be preparing small plates with bacon as the not-so-secret ingredient. Everyone gets to vote for their favorite dish, and proceeds benefit the Local Food Hub. Hope to see you there!
Gabbie says
I’ll be cooking out with family and friends!
Courtney says
I am going to celebrating by putting my boat in the water! Can’t wait!
Maggie says
We are having a bbq with friends and family!
Emily says
The Mason jar candle is adorable! I’m heading to a friend’s wedding and then hoping for BBQ and pool time!
Lynn says
Celebrating summer with my children’s activities mainly and much deserved vacation!
Sally says
I’m celebrating summer this weekend with a Dave Matthews concert – our first concert of the season!
KathEats says
Oh fun!
marcie says
jealous!! Enjoy.
cori says
We’ll be celebrating this weekend by water proofing our house…we’re in Denver and it’s been raining EVERY DAY FOREVER which is totally not normal. Boooooo
Anne Weber-Falk says
We are going to a kite flying fest and packing the house some more for our move. We’ll be first time home owners after renting for over 30 years. Yay!
KathEats says
Congrats!
Christine says
My husband and I are camping this weekend, we can’t wait!!
Georgina says
Hmm lots of work to do this weekend unfortunately but I like to take walk breaks in the local park…so beautiful! Oh and drinking smoothies…always
Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says
My husband and I are going on a hike! Happy Memorial Day weekend!
Devon says
I’m celebrating summer this weekend by attending a Memorial Day party to watch the biggest parade in Pennsylvania. The parade is in Annville and I’m so excited to see it for the first time. Should be a fun time.. Especially because brunch food and mimosas are involved 🙂
Jillie says
Ahh nothing is better than freshly cut grass. I don’t get that much anymore in the city! Whenever I go home or get out to the suburbs I realize how much I miss it. Candles will have to do for now 🙂
Cara says
I am going to order a candle, thanks for the link!
Angela B says
Celebrating summer with graduation parties!
Sarah @ Sarah's on the Run says
I’ll be celebrating summer by spending as much time outside as possible! And running a local 5k tomorrow morning. 🙂
Colleen says
We’ll be visiting the farmer’s market and cooking out!
megan king says
Sweet potato fries are the best!
Liz says
I’ll be celebrating summer with a girls weekend with some of my closest friends!
Linda @ The Fitty says
I like the smell of winter and fall the most. Something about the spices and watch contrasting with the cold if the season is so appealing to me!
jillian says
headed to St Martin! SO excited!
KathEats says
Ooooo so fun!
Lexi says
I plan to hike with my family this weekend to celebrate summer and soak up the last few moments with them before I depart for a summer internship.
Laura G. says
Hoping to make it out to a local arts festival!
Holly Watson says
My Family is coming to town and we’ll be going to some Northern VA Wineries, cant wait!
Jessica says
We are planting our grapes and more lettuce. Yum! Thanks for the giveaway.
Livi @ Eat, Pray, Work It Out says
fresh cut grass is the perfect summer smell to me!
Sabrina says
We’re having a family lunch with all my mom’s favorite dishes to celebrate her retirement!
Neena says
We are celebrating with a new-to-us home! So excited to move in!
Allison says
Today is actually my birthday so I’m celebrating summer and it this weekend! I’m planning on using some birthday freebies I scored and going to the zoo!
KathEats says
Happppyyyy birthday!
Amanda S says
Work to do in the garden and cookouts to attend. Hopefully lots of time with family and friends 🙂
Amanda says
Hanging with family – playing mini golf and cooking out! Going to a housewarming party, and continuing our house-hunting adventures!
Jill says
Heading to Roanoke for my Goddaughters graduation at Hollins University. So proud of her!
Sagan says
Breaded fish is one of the BEST dinners. And that smoothie looks delicious! Where do you get your smoothie straws??
JennieM says
Finally getting some flowers and a couple of tomato and pepper plants in the ground.
Lindsay says
getting out of the big bad city (aka NYC) and going to NH … time for BBQ’s, lounging, and small town relaxation … and maybe a hike too!
caryn says
By grilling! And swimming!
Kel says
This weekend I have to work – but will try to get outside as much as I can!
Jennifer says
My kids had their last day of school yesterday! Tonight is date night at a Dwight Yoakum concert and tomorrow my 5yo daughter is doing a Mighty Guy Little Tri – I’m so excited, I might burst!
Then a weekend of cookouts and pool time while observing Memorial day and remembering those who have sacrificed for our country.
Barbara says
I can’t wait to go hiking tomorrow with some old friends.
Tara says
I’m celebrating summer by buying pretty and flow-y summer dresses to dress up my growing baby bump!!
Kim says
Great giveaway ! Love the jar ! We are the final stages of remodeling a bathroom- so hope to finish it up to enjoy the great VT weather we have been having !
Shannon Ball says
Hang out with friends, sit on my porch, garden and familY!
Molly says
I’m celebrating summer this weekend by going to my cousins bachelorette party at the beach in San Diego
Erin M. says
Having a birthday party!
Katie says
Going to my parents’ lake house with my whole family and hopefully putting in the boat!
Erika says
Gardening and spring cleaning!! And still waiting for pics of your new house?!? Wondering if I missed a post on this! 😉
Randi says
Cleaning the garage. Lame, I know, but it must be done!
Pat says
We are going to a 3 day contra dance camp. It’s at a camp on a lake so I’m hoping the weather is nice. The candle is lovely.
Cori says
Cookouts and the pool opens this weekend. I love Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer!
Rachel Edwards says
I will be relaxing at home with my family and going to the park and various beaches
Casey @ Casey the College Celiac says
Relaxing with the folks and catching up on our TV shows (Survivor finale anyone? So far have avoided spoilers – can’t wait to watch it!)
KathEats says
You will love it!
Shelby says
Getting our house ready to be put on the market! Not quite the most festive way to celebrate but what’s more American than real estate??
Megan says
Heading out shortly for a boat ride to kick off the weekend!
Amanda says
Grilling out!
Amanda P. says
I will be doing SUP Yoga tomorrow! I’ve been on a SUP before but never did Yoga on one…..so, hoping not to fall off 🙂
Daniela C. says
relaxing
Audrey says
We’re celebrating with a college graduation party and boat outing this weekend!
Bethany says
I’ve loved reading about how you and Mazen make smoothies together in the morning. My son is 18 months, and has such a sweet heart, but..please tell me it gets better! He talks a tiny bit, signs a ton, but often throws tantrums and is demanding. The thought of being able to have a morning to share in smoothie making sounds so far off! I’m just looking forward to us being able to communicate more and enjoy more things together.
KathEats says
It gets sooooo much easier!!! 18 months is a tough age. When they can talk things get easier (although never easy 🙂 )
Rachel @ Lou Lou Belle says
We are visiting my folks tonight, but then the weekend will be devoted to packing up! Not too eventful this year! I’m hoping to find a few hours to sit by the pool with a good book!!!
Tracy says
Having family over to grill out! Enjoy your weekend!
aimee says
Having a big family reunion with people coming from england and florida !
Katie says
Getting a pedicure & having a grill out!
Jessica Mumford says
Taking my toddler to the zoo! Wahoo!!
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Great smoothie pic!!
Melissa says
This weekend, I’ll be spending time outside, relaxing and taking walks.
Laura says
We’re having a pretty quiet weekend – watching the parade and lots of spring cleaning! Maybe a bbq if I finish my to do list.
Have a terrific weekend : )
Eva says
i wanna try my hand at the grill!
marcie says
Going to the San Ramon art and wind festival! And my daughter is visiting us in CA from Denver!
Bonnie says
We will be having a cookout with family!
Jenn says
Cookouts with friends! That is if I get well. Who gets a fever and cough in Memorial Day Weekend?
KathEats says
Oh no…feel better
melissa says
bbq!
Amy says
I’ll be going to a BBQ with my family – can’t wait!
Dani Beckmann says
I’ll be visiting a friend in sunny Los Angeles!
Shaleen says
Lovely candle! We’ll be celebrating my nephew’s birthday and spending time with family!
Jess. says
We are getting getting our veggies into the garden beds and hosting a family cookout over the long weekend!
Jess Mc says
Camping out in the backyard with the kiddos!
Christina C says
Siting on the balcony!
Kirsten says
I’m celebrating summer by relaxing and hanging out outside as much as possible!
Elisabeth says
We’re having a burger cookout, hitting up the Columbus zoo and going to Jeni’s for ice cream since they’re reopening this weekend!
KathEats says
Jealous!
Erin says
I’ll be cheering on my husband in a mt bike race!
Molly says
Swimming Pool!
ClaireRose says
I will actually be moving this weekend. Not fun, but worth it 🙂
Jen says
Great giveaway!!
Beth says
How do you make your sweet potato wedges? That meal looks yummy! (as usual). And your mustardy other foods?
Leslie Paquette says
I’m working tomorrow but then enjoying the rest of the long weekend with my family. We plan to have a campfire tomorrow night and let our daughter experience s’mores for the first time!! She’s a few days older than Mazen.
Kristen says
I’m going boating!
Rita says
Love the candles, perfect for a beach themed décor!!!
Rita says
We are planning a cookout and hopefully some boating, if the weather cooperates!!!
Katie M says
I’m running a marathon to celebrate summer!
KathEats says
Good luck!
laura t. says
ill be spending as much time as possible outside!
Amanda H. says
I’m celebrating summer by two cook-outs…one with friends and one with the fam 🙂
Emily says
We’re celebrating with a family barbecue!
Andrea says
Three words….family.road.trip!
Dani says
running a half marathon!
KathEats says
Good luck!
Erin says
Heading to the beach tomorrow!
Elissa says
Yard work. Pool. Beach. Grilling.
Sarah says
Sleeping in. Cooking out on the grill. Dog walks. Cleaning. Sending out wedding invites 😉
Erin Taylor says
I’ll be working! But hopefully finding a little beach time between jobs 🙂
Ashley says
I will be taking long walks on the beach in San Diego as my husband and I patiently wait the arrival of our first child.
KathEats says
Good luck!!
gabby says
I will be definitely having a bbq!
Cassie says
Yesss! Summer’s starting for me next week!
Maryz says
Planting flowers in my garden and hoping for the rain to stop long enough to enjoy some wine on the patio.
Michelle says
More rainy weather here in Denver, but it’s ok, my younger 2 kids just came home from college and I’m loving having them home 🙂
Bonnie says
Spending the weekend with family!
Eileen says
I don’t feel like it could be summer yet–it’s only 67F today! But we’re celebrating anyway with a game afternoon with friends. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Ilene says
I’ll be traveling with friends, studying for a graduate school exam, and enjoying my last summer before starting work!
Alexandra says
I am in LOVE with this smoothie – so delicious. Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
Alexa P. says
Graduation festivities for my little sister who just graduated high school! Fun weekend but it’s been rainy and cold almost everyday the whole month of May here in Colorado! Hoping for some sunshine and for the normal summer weather to make a comeback! 🙂
Danielle Buchanan says
We’ll be celebrating by pulling out our outdoor furniture so we can eat, read, sip tea, write…..(I could go on!) outside. <3
Louise says
I will be celebrating Summer by firing up the grill this weekend! Thanks for the giveaway!
Kari F says
My girlfriends and I are headed to wine country, the warmer part of the state, putting on summer dresses and wine tasting.
Allison says
I’m celebrating by having a relaxing day with my family
meg says
One day at the pool & one day picnicking in the park – yay summer!
Kara T says
Two brunches with friends. And buying a new grill!
Lauren Brennan says
Swimming and eating pie!!
Hilary Thompson says
Making homemade bbq ribs for my first time and relaxing at home!
Heather Sharpe says
Celebrating with a trip to the Blue Ridge Parkway to hike and Bold Rock after to relax! Love that candle! My whole kitchen is decorated in mason jars!
Em B says
We camped with friends!