Summer Harvest

I am in love:

I have always loved fruit. But Raspberries and Blackberries were, for some reason, a fruit I never could get into. My friend and "surrogate mother" at work offered me some raspberries a month ago that she had lightly sprinkled with Truvia, since Splenda is made with chlorine.  I tentatively popped a raspberry and a blackberry in my mouth:

LOVE

So now I cannot get enough of fresh raspberries and blackberries. I could eat a container of them a day.

Unfortunately, raspberries are currently retailing for $4.50 for a half-pint. Blackberries are $2.99. Still cheaper and much healthier than a pack of cigarettes, but nonetheless not so good on the pocketbook. I'm gong to go on a raspberry hunt today to see if the local orchards are selling them for cheaper.

Having dreams about making this champagne cocktail when Apache comes home.


What are your favorite summer foods?

Perfect Moment Monday (err...Tuesday)

I Capture
Perfect Moments.

Catching up on my blogging commitments I have been neglecting with the beginning of school (and the lack of a computer).

I am sorry that I didn't have a picture of this because it truly was a perfect moment.

On Friday, in celebration of the true last day of my vacation, Magic and I went on a trail ride to the local state park. It was the first time we have ventured off the property together under saddle. Because it was so hot, I encouraged Magic to get close to the water to get a drink. The next thing I knew, he happily splashing around in the water up to his neck. I was scared at first, wondering if he was going to freak out (he's never been swimming before), then relaxed and enjoyed the moment. It was a perfect day with my perfect horse.

What a way to end the summer!