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// Hello September!~ The Artful

(one of my dreamy 2020 garden capture favourites this time of the year; our deeper summer foliage intertwined with our soft burnt rose bramble; fog-feels; seasons-in-transition; why i love september :)) 

 

There's a saying, "It takes as long as it takes." And here we are slow-coasting our way into September and our upcoming Labour Day where there will be no labouring of any kind, and happily too, as we take in our last lighter-air weeks of summer with: steaming supper broths, long hot showers, and spiced-citrus incense by a cracked window. It's hard to slow down, really hard sometimes, but it's part of a healthy balance to avoid 'derailment', so we are doing such during this month with nothing really planned, except— 'more unwinding'. And then my sister calls and says, "Good morning Scarlet!" She's been looking for me. :) Last weekend I made another round of these, and decided to upload fresh photos this week. I feel happier about these actually. The difference is 25 more minutes in the oven. It takes as long as it takes... This month's artful that got my attention without seeking them out in any form or fashion. Have a lovely long weekend and stay safe everyone. ~xx

// Where All Our Days Merge Together...

{as heavy-duty as our frozen flavours got this month; no kidding here; my gram's after school friday treat with dinner - the fizzy mixed drink!; our three ingredient 'peach kola slushy'}

 

... and we can never get to bed early enough during the week. Can you relate? August has been super-busy for most getting all the necessaries in place for a smooth(er) year ahead. In some ways, it feels like getting ready for a new year (as in January), throwing out this and restocking that, wishing there was a safe bonfire happily waiting over the railings instead of having to relate to one item at a time, and becoming perplexed as to why it's taking an hour longer to slip into bed. We're blaming it on our crave for some light nighttime entertainment. It's an anxious and maddening world out there, understandably, and I've had many unraveling moments too. We need our calm, refueling things! These too have been the days of August. More of the month that was after the jump. Have a relaxing weekend everybody. ~xx

// Classroom Connections (At Home)

Good morning! and hello Tuesday. Last month during Group, you said, "More tips and more links," with this content area. We are pushing forward, embracing the virtual, and sharing a few easy tips, educational reads, and fun finds each month for some lighter working from home balance.

 

...  Best drinks before bedtime for all ages.

...  Our 'surge capacity' is depleted. Amen.

...  Kid-friendly fall garden ideas. (fall transition now in progress)

...  8 Teacher-approved tips to help with online learning.

...  The creative alternative to more screen time; and the chalk apocalypse.

...  While we are navigating the in-between, try a test run.

...  And, interesting fun facts! Enjoy as much as you need.

 

P.S. I had a feeling I forgot something-- and yes I did. 'Heard this riddle on the tele one night and wanted to pass it forward. "What is small and brown, has a head and a tail, but no legs?" Can you imagine, no legs??? Answer here. :)

 

 

// Zesty Lime Baked Tilapia

The lighter white fish that's seasonally perfect for all our major eats any time of the day (or evening)— requiring very little (if any) effort, in 20 minutes or less! This post got new photos in September (after baking for 45 minutes at 400 F). We've enjoyed tilapia pan-seared, deep fried, and baked over the years, with lemon or lime. A squeeze of lime is our preference with this softer fish, giving it a sharper on-the-beach summer citrus vibe. Have a restful and safe weekend wherever you are in the world, and a light laugh or two, "Did Connor make this mess?" Of course not :), poor baby; and the boys in the bathtub! These are the days.  ~xx

// Currently Loving: Indoor/Outdoor Tiles

'Always a challenge with selecting that one perfect tile with all the inspiration from Houzz. Currently loving these:

 

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