the summer of a thousand popsicles.

first of all, you need this simple machine. every one does.

and then muddle/chop/blend/juice/squish any variety of fruits, veggies and herbs.

*basil or rosemary or ginger or lavender simple syrup are helpful adhesives. and rhubarb simple syrup, too. that's what i used in all these..

to make simple syrup:

put 1 part water 1 part sugar on the stove. add in your choice of flavoring or not, regular simple syrup is nice, too. simmer until it thickens, stirring occasionally. store in the fridge.

suggestions on freeze pops:

chunks of fruit. whole raspberries.

citrus.

cucumbers.

and a little simple syrup to fill the spaces between the cracks. (or lemonade, or orange juice).

the possibilities are literally endless.

and patience is also a required ingredient.

sandwhich on the porch.

eating lots of open faced sandwiches lately. here's one:

baguette.

baby spinach.

thin cucumber slices.

gorganzola/raspberry balsamic vinaigrette. (from trader joe's)

sunflower seeds.

poached eggs.

s+p.