Pals, hey and completely happy Sunday. We’ve landed at what feels just like the final weekend of “true” summer time earlier than September Summer time units in – which, I do love! It’s that in some way grounding in-between season of back-from-school weeknight dinners, some recent intentions, a bit of exhale earlier than the vacations, and consuming the final of the plums.

This summer time flew by. If I’m trustworthy, I in all probability wished extra of the times away than I lingered to savor them. However once I assume with gratitude as a substitute of regrets, my favourite reminiscence was a fast July journey to Los Angeles for my sister’s large yard barbecue. In a single brief afternoon we managed a cannonball contest, my uncle’s margaritas, and my sister Launa’s epic unfold of meals. We simply… minimize up and laughed a lot. And it was an ideal household day.

Seems, not each summer time would be the flashiest, however every season has its personal quiet joys. Inform me yours? I’m accumulating joys as of late.  What’s the spotlight you’ll carry from this summer time into September?

Now, let’s get into our Sunday!

• Nicole Prince invited me over to her Substack Double Dutch for a protracted, cozy chat. We talked concerning the early running a blog days (sure, the Taylor Swift cookies got here up), why Substack appears like the brand new 2010 web, how I preserve “visitor snacks” within the freezer as a result of no chips are protected in my dwelling. It’s a full-circle dialog that felt very candy. Pop over and skim the entire interview!  (Substack)

•  I admire that nothing can absolutely put together you for all times with a new child, however this piece put phrases to so most of the issues new mothers quietly carry:  What I Want I Knew About Having a Child. (Substack)

•  This out of doors dad has extraordinarily logical, necessary, strong recommendation. Will I be following any of it? Undecided, however let’s learn: My Dad Skilled Troopers To Survive within the Wilderness (Exterior Journal)

•  For some purpose, September looks like a extra pure time to begin a brand new day planner than January. I can’t make it make sense however I’ve been eyeing this ornate 2025-2026 planner from Rifle Paper. There’s additionally this weekly planner that feels excellent for a Sort An individual who prefers paper over their Google Calendar. I suppose that’s the true query – will my day by day/weekly/yearly planning ever be handwritten ever once more? I feel I’d prefer to complement with pen to paper. ANYWAY, we might spiral on this or we might simply discover The  Finest Planner For Staying Organized, In accordance To Therapists. (Rifle Paper, Dailee, Self)

•  I really like that y’all keep prepared with the studying suggestions. Final week Karlee requested what you’ve beloved studying currently and, finest consider, I’m scrolling by way of these feedback for e book recs, too! (Pleasure the Baker)

•  Wait, do you know I wrote a youngsters’s e book? The Life-Altering Magic of Baking is a candy little story I created with my dad – the person who made me extraordinarily choosy about chocolate chip cookies.  Inside, youngsters will discover one very particular recipe—Everyone’s Birthday Cake—alongside light classes about confidence, creativity, and discovering magic within the kitchen (and in themselves). It’s written for ages 6–12, however truthfully, it’s a heart-warmer for bakers of any age. (Amazon)

•  One thing concerning the hottest days of summer time have me lacking New Orleans currently. I posted about it right here and so lots of you confirmed that New Orleans is a spot you miss eternally as soon as it will get in your spirit.  One of many issues that may repair an achy New Orleans coronary heart is an enormous ol’ bowl of Pink Beans and Rice. To be absolutely clear, I used to be feeling a bit lazy and cracked open a can of Blue Runner Pink Beans and added some additional sautéed onions, peppers, and sausage and it hit the spot. (Pleasure the Baker)

•  Sogginess has all the time deterred me from a correct Tomato Pie, however this recipe from The Kitchn claims to keep away from the sog. I feel we should always strive it as a farewell to one of the best tomatoes of the yr. (The Kitchn)

•  Can we speak about bitter sweet? It’s all I need as of late and I’m prepared  to amass a group.  I’ve received a wholesome stash of Sensible Sweets, however I’m very open your gummy bitter sweet solutions. (Sensible Sweets)

•  For bitter issues in vegetable type I’ve received this quite simple Greek-ish salad on repeat. I’ve found it’s a wonderful base for shredded rotisserie hen, mashed avocado, chickpeas, finely diced cucumber, and hemp hearts. Go nuts! Oh – to that finish, finely chopped roasted almonds can be beautiful! (Instagram)

•  The basil is the one factor thriving in my backyard this late within the season which implies it’s time for an enormous batch of basil pesto (I prefer to make mine with walnuts as a substitute of pine nuts) and this Kale Pesto Pizza as a reward for all of the well-grown basil. (Cookies and Kate)

•  I don’t watch The Gilded Age (although I really feel like I ought to – please advise), however I do watch TikToks about The Gilded Age horses. (TikTok)

Have an exquisite Sunday, buddies!

xo Pleasure