Sister Weekend

My sister came down this weekend, our first time together without the baby.  It was nice to catch up, read on the beach, and go to a long dinner together.  The weather could not have been more perfect.  It felt like the beginning of fall, especially while we drank coffee on the porch this morning.  

Indochine 

Lee and his Dad were on the golf course all weekend.  We got the play by play of their boy time...

Today at the golf tournament

Bruschetta

I only make this in the summer when the tomatoes are fresh and the basil is growing like crazy.  My family loves it!  

Ingredients:

Three tomatoes (chopped, but not diced)

1/2 cup of basil (julienned) 

1 clove of garlic (chopped) 

Salt/pepper

Olive oil 

Balsamic vinegar

Loaf of French bread

Making it happen:

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

In a bowl, mix together the tomatoes, basil, garlic, and a pinch of salt/pepper.  Cover generously in olive oil and balsamic vinegar.  Let sit for 30 minutes to an hour.  Meanwhile, slice French bread into two inch slices.  Place the bread a pan, drizzle with olive oil, let bake until crusty.  When golden, top with tomato mixture and serve. You can top with mozzarella, if desired.  My parents prefer it with cheese, I prefer it without.  

Weekend Update

Bethany, Rob, and Lee came down for the weekend.  I made bruschetta and Ina's Mac-n-cheese for dinner Friday night. 

We hung around the house Saturday.  Sunday we got up early and went to Britt's Donuts for breakfast.  Britt's is famous.  They are located in Carolina Beach; we decided to get there early and the line was 15 deep when we arrived.  They only serve one kind, glazed, and they are delicious. 

We went out for a quick walk on the beach.  Lee got his feet in the water and loved it! 

We then spent some time swinging on the porch and playing with Gidget.  I know I may be biased, but my nephew is adorable.  

I was sad to see them leave today; Gidget, however, was thankful for the quiet. ;)