Veggies

I have decided to change my eating habits from vegan to vegetarian (lacto-ovo).  In all honesty, it will both be easier for others and me when dining out, at a friend or family home and I miss yummy quiche with eggs, cheese and Morningstar sausages (veggie).  I will continue to focus on vegan fare while occasionally partaking of dairy and eggs.

Summer is winding down here in the Pacific Northwest.  We have moved down into the 80s from mid to high 90s.  I have heard from a few people that the forecast is 90s through October.  I do not believe it.  Autumn is my favorite time of year and if we have summer weather through October, I will miss my season of color!

Summer Heat

(taken within the last 24 hours)

Whew ~ extremely warm temperatures for the Pacific Northwest.  Mid to Upper 90s going on two weeks.  I am not a fan of the summer heat; hence, I do my best not to complain of the cold, snow and rain we get the rest of the year.  Currently, there are some fires around the area and the air is smoke-filled which is bad news for those with asthma and other respiratory illnesses.  My prayers go out to those near the wildfires, all the firefighters and those affected by the fires.

Other news, I recently went on a mini-vacation to visit family in Oregon (near Portland).  It is always so relaxing and enjoyable.  I helped with some yard work and outside organizing (they are on a couple of acres) in the mornings and visiting in the afternoons.

Bounty

I just received some yummy veggies from Jeanine’s garden.  They are beautiful.  It amazes me the bounty received from the small plants I saw over Memorial Day weekend.  I am excited to try the lemon cucumbers as I have heard they are delicious!  I am still hoping to have my own garden next year.  There are always variables when trying to plan – all will come together as it is meant to.

The temperature has finally come down into the mid-80s ~ much better for sleeping.  I started to whine about the temperature the other day; then realized how thankful I am to live in an area that has four distinct seasons.  True blessings!

Heat

We know summer is here when the house does not cool down at night. For those of us living with screens and fans, there are some sleepless nights in the summer. I have come to rely on my ceiling fan and a damp, cool washcloth on my neck or forehead while I sleep. I have decided to “go with the flow” and not complain (too much or too loudly). There may be a time when I break down and purchase an air-conditioner, but not yet! I have a hard time purchasing something that is only used 2-2 1/2 months a year. We have cold winters and hot summers in the Pacific Northwest. I know that I will be able to pull up some “warm” memories this winter :-)