suzette roberts

// Fresh Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Created in the heart of winter (the month, January-- the year, 2019), with our snowflakes enjoying their playdate season... Thinking summer, on my mind is: our little kids (and big kids), out and about in our summer sun, more casual family and friend times, as well as quiet recharging solo moments, Disney World, walking, lots of walking, pink sands, warm saltwater beach days, sailing, carefree laid-back play..., and the desire for the refreshing and the energizing in one scoop. Hello Fresh Mint Chocolate Chip, and hello July!~ More beginning behind-the-scenes after the jump...

 

// Have a Wild Summer!~

{sweet strawberry swirls; killing it outdoors in the sun with so.much.sugar.}

 

And this is where we call it another done school year, as we've experienced it... and where I get to take out my hidden Turkish Royal stash and have a puff or two, or three, with one of my project buddies, Isabelle, on the terrace, out in the warm sun, low humidity, no less. And hear her say, "Where'd you get that? I didn't know you smoked!" And then I'd reply, "I didn't know either. :) They're from Abu Dhabi." To which she'd laugh and respond, "Oh!", and then we'd have a good giggle, puffing away, while shooting the breeze and chatting about all things wild and present day and mysterious being the deep thinkers we truly are...

// 12 In-Style Summer Slides

Our open-toe summer flats are in, and as we become warmer and warmer, so many of us look forward to slipping on a slide or two, running out the door, and doing the usual do's and more to embrace our less is less sunny season. Hello beach, lake, and poolside cozies! Twelve in-style summer slides I'm currently loving...

 

01. Bueno Turner Slide Sandal (in Tan).

02. Travor Slide Sandal (in Fog Nubuck).

03. Sheridan Mia True Slide Sandal (in Cognac Leather).

04. Madewell's Addie Slide Sandals (in Rusted Tin Multi).

05. Jack Rogers' Bettina Raffia Slide (in Natural).

06. Sam Edelman's Women Bay Slide (in Nude Leopard).

 

and a few more...

07. Bella Vita Ros Slide Sandal (in White Leather).

08. Botkier Bridget Slide Sandals (in Pink) so dainty. :)

09. Rag & Co Nicola Sandal (in Navy).

10. Shein Straw Decor Open Toe Flat Slippers (in Apricot).

11. Steve Madden Karolyn Sandal (in Light Brown Leather). #truly-comfy!

12. Babealert D'Orsay Flats (in Sweet Berry/ Peony Suede)

 

 

// Orange Olive Oil Slim Cake

Happy First Day of Summer! :) 'Lots to do this season and we've already dived into the deeper end of it with some happy endings in progress... It's been on my mind for a while now, especially with mastering this loved gluten-free chocolate slim cake (scroll down), in recent times. Our sweet, plump, and juicy navel oranges are always a hit during our summer months; chilled, frozen, and even just as is. This first round of my super-moist Orange Olive Oil (Gluten-Free) slim cake is now another enjoyable favourite for our easy, breezy, weekend family get-togethers with minimal sugar and a mellow citrus-rich flavour. Welcome to summer and have a full-of-life weekend. More after the jump... Thanks everybody. ~xx

// Children's Books For Every Mood

Six loved children's books I worked with over the last three months creating complete Thematic Units for our 2019 - 2020 classroom year ahead. A cookbook included! Can you imagine? :) Yep, I wanted to go there too... And #4 begins our first Educational Leadership Seminar in late September. This was indeed a lot of fun(!).

Thank you to our dynamic group of dedicated Educators for your consistency, drive, and bringing such a bubbly balance to our online meetings. And thank you all for just being there with unexpected recent events. I never had to worry about this side of my work, not once. One call/ email and things were taken care of all the way across the board. I appreciate you all so much for having my back and covering me through and through with some really tough days... Loyal working teams like ours are a hard find in these times. Thank you all so very much. x

 

#1. Waiting Is Not Easy by Mo Willems  

#2. Silly Jokes for Silly Kids by Silly Willy (I wanted this variety in the mix).

#3. How To Babysit A Grandma by Jean Reagan

#4. How To Raise Successful People (Simple Lessons for Radical Results) by Esther Wojcicki

#5. Dear Boy by Paris Rosenthal and Jason Rosenthal

#6. Cooking Class: 57 Fun Recipes Kids Will Love To Make (and Eat!) by Deanna F. Cook

 

 

 

// Balancing Bits...

{my sister, Gi, giving Daddy an at-home hair salon experience :)}

 

Congrats! (again) to the Toronto Raptors; #KyleLowry! - he was ready to go from the get-go! :) Well done! Wrapping up the work week with a few little moments that continue to bring a gentle softness to my days and weeks... quiet tucked-away lunches outdoors in the sun included-- just the way I like it (with our lower humidity temps). Weather-perfect. And happy Father's Day to our dads on Sunday. :) Music from the week and more after the jump. Have a relaxing weekend. ~xx