Just three more days of work and then I’m free!! Forever!! Well, not forever, just until September. Then I’ll have to go back to work.
But it would seem like forever that first day of summer break. And then watch, I’ll start wasting the days. You know… I’ll be lying like broccoli, moving like a sloth and occupying the couch like a potato…
Hey, rest & relaxation is underrated these days! Everybody is always in such a rush! It’s a national preoccupation.
Not for me! I value deeply my R & R. It’s very important to wake up and smell the coffee, you know. I mean it. I literally have to spend a few minutes each day smelling coffee. You know those bags that your coffee comes in? I save them so I can smell them. It relaxes me, don’t judge!
But enough about me and my lazy ways. It’s time to shine your shoes, slick your hair, put on your best frocks or duds and come to Fiesta Friday! And fiesta with your co-hosts, Michelle @Giraffes Can Bake and Juju @ cookingwithauntjuju.
But first we look at these exceptional posts from last week’s fiesta:
Bailey Wedding Pie Pops from Anna @ thelittlebluemixer
“I am floored by the variety of pie-pops Anna made and each one looks so lovely! I can’t decide which flavor I like best :D” — Naina
“I have to second Naina! I want them all! These pie pop wedding favors are such a wonderful idea. And how beautiful do they look the way they’re displayed? When I get married, I want pie pops as my wedding favors! Oh, wait, I’m already married and I already had a wedding. Darn!” — Angie
“I thought this was incredibly inventive by Anna. Great story and pictures. I need to try and make these…” — Quinn
Caramelised White Chocolate and Macadamia Ice Cream from Michelle @Giraffes Can Bake
“This looks fantastic and perfect for summer. [The pictures] are awesome. Wish I could [taste this]”. — Quinn
“Michelle has created something fantastic here! The caramelized white chocolate, the nuts, the chocolate chips… so naughty, so gooooood!” — Naina
“There’s definitely something wrong with me. I just came back from Friendly’s and I had my usual 3-scoops for dessert and I looked at this and wanted it badly! I’m either an ice cream glutton or Michelle’s ice cream is just too irresistible. I think the latter, or both! This just sounds so, so yum!!” — Angie
Small Space Photography from Ginger @ Ginger&Bread
“I think if my kitchen was seen during some of my shoots the food police would come and arrest me. When I am making blog food, which is most of time, I am usually trying to get the same dish on the table for my wife and 3 kids to eat. The kitchen is a disaster. But it is amazing what you can hide. [This is a] very informative and helpful blog post [filled with awesome photography tips] by Ginger.” — Quinn
“I love this kind of posts, where bloggers share their dirty little secrets. I’ve always been curious how other bloggers solve problems I seem to have no solutions to, one of them being how to photograph amidst all the mess in the kitchen. Looks like I need to invest in background screens! Thanks for showing us how it’s done, Ginger! ” — Angie
Chocolate and Banana Rolls from KitchenSpells
“Are these delicious or what! Who wouldn’t like to wake up to a breakfast like this! The edible flowers are a lovely touch.” — Naina
“I thought the addition of bananas in these rolls is just a terrific idea. How many times do we have overripe bananas we have no clue what to do with! There’s only so much banana bread or smoothie you can have! A chocolate & banana breakfast rolls sound like the perfect solution to me.” — Angie
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Good morning Angie – I am ready to party! Great features! Enjoy your summer vacation and get lots of R&R 🙂
Thanks, Juju! In fact, I’m starting my summer vacation early. Spending the weekend out of town again, then back home for 2 more days of work, then back to vacation spot! I’m getting a whiplash 😀 Thanks for co-hosting, FF is in good hands! XOXO
It sounds like you have a lovely summer ahead and I hope you enjoy a long, sun filled and lazy summer filled with lots of delicious foods 🙂
Thanks, Petra! I always look forward to this time of year when I can get as lazy as I want to be, haha… 😀
I totally understand Angie!! You are lucky that you have a the entire summer off!!
I know! Not many people have that luxury. I intend to make the most of it, Su! 😀
Ah thank you so much for the feature, an extra exciting FF for me then! I can’t wait to get partying and see what everybody brought!
I’m very jealous of your summer off Angie, make sure you enjoy it hehe
You’re welcome! That ice cream is something else! Are you sure you don’t want to open sweets shop? You really should consider it!!
You’re almost there! Get ready to enjoy summer!! I cannot wait to see all the adventures you have both in and out of the kitchen. 😀
Me, too, Kaila! I’m not much of a planner, everything is done always last minute at spur of the moment, so I’m always surprised myself, lol! 🙂
I am so excited for you, Angie. It seems you have a very good plan on what to do during the vacation. 😀
Lovely features, too. Happy FF & enjoy your weekend. xx
So you approve of my sloth-like living, Jhuls? To put it in Quinn’s term? 😀
I definitely approve, Angie. You deserve to be a couch potato. 😀
There is nothing wrong with a little “sloth” like living. :))) I didn’t know Friendly’s still existed. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to co-host Fiesta Friday. It was fun and allowed me to meet many great bloggers. Have a great weekend and Happy FF!! 🙂
I love the way you put it, sloth like living, haha… And I’m glad you approve of it, ‘coz it’s started happening! 😀
Enjoy!!
How wonderful to have the summer off Angie, enjoy the relaxation as you have earned it.
Thanks, Liz! I think that’s why I keep my job. It pays a pittance but money is not always the reason for keeping a job, right? 🙂
Ah lazy summer days …what to do with all that time. 😉 Whatever you do, I hope you have a wonderful summertime off Angie! Happy FF!
Oh I’ve got it all planned, Arlene! Basically my plan is to do as little as possible 😀
Oh my i am so glad that i didn’t see that ice cream last week that Michelle made, wowweee…Again supreme amount of food entries, always….and wow your’e getting some time off? After coffee of course..grinz…What will you do with all that time? I am getting the idea you would never be bored! Come shop with me perhaps haha. at last I just opened my shop after months and months of working out what and where and when and what to do…It’s been a long journey, kinda feel you guys were there with me which makes it all the more joyful! Back to cooking now or champers? xxx <3
Chambers, hands down!! Cooking is overrated, you know…and this coming from a food blogger 😀 What kind of shop is it? I guess I’ll have to take a look 🙂
haha yes you will have to take a look. Artisan, handmade, vintage, eclectic basically, that doesn’t really cover the list. Would love your feedback x
I meant ChamPagne! Sounds like my kind of shops! Will definitely check it out!
lmao!!!!
Happy FF! I’m so jealous of your summer vacay 🙂 Have a wonderful relaxing time!
I know…not many people have that luxury. I’m lucky 🙂 Happy FF, Sarah!
Happy FF, Angie – lucky you to have your summer break so early – I have a few more weeks to go … Thank you so much for the feature and for your kind words! Now I better get going to finish my entry for this week’s festivities….
… and there it is! I hope you’ll like it!
And it’s considered pretty late over here, normally mid-June, but I’m not complaining. At least I get a break 🙂 I love that post and appreciate the photography tips! Will be checking out your entry for this week. Pretty sure it’s outstanding as always! XOXO
Hi Angie and gang,
I’ve been MIA but I still return here most weeks to see what everyone is cooking up. Thank you for keeping FF going. It’s an amazing resource for inspiration.
Tracey
Where you been, Tracey? 🙂 We want a constant supply of healthy recipes @FF!
That’s so sweet Angie. Life gets in the way of art I guess. 🙂
Oh wow! Thank y’all so much for your sweet sweet words and the feature!! Happy Fiesta Friday!! 😀
Those pie pops are such a great idea, Anna! They look adorable and pretty, too! Have a happy FF! 🙂
Ah, enjoy your vacation, Angie! I know how the last few days before vacation could be dragging and how time passes quickly during vacation…so don’t miss any minute! A coffee relaxed mind can become more creative too!
Jaw dropping exceptional posts! All these special picks every week help me find some amazing food I missed the previous week.
You know excatly how I feel! This last week feels like forever!! 🙂 And that’s why I’m actually already on a semi-vacay right now 😀 Out of town for just a little relaxation right now. It’s so nice not to have to do anything and just hang out at the hotel and go out to eat!
Enjoy every little relaxing moment you get over the next few months Angie! Sounds absolutely wonderful and much deserved. M.xx
Thanks, Margot! I work hard so I deserve to play hard, right?! 😀
Also! I got my sister to join in this week, fingers crossed she stays around! I gotta get on with partying, I’ve fallen a bit poorly but that’s not gonna keep me from enjoying all the posts… slowly but surely 😀
Thanks for introducing us to your sister! What a talented family! I’ve visited her site and she’s got some cool stuff going on there. Sewing used to be a hobby for me! Maybe it’s time to dust off the sewing machine 🙂
Hello Angie! Happy FF, I hope you’ll have a relaxing summer break, enjoy every moment of it! I’m late…but I kept my promise and joined the party with a new recipe! 😉 xxx
Thanks, Laura! You’re not too late. After all this goes on until Tuesday 🙂 Thanks for the recipe! I just came home from traveling and haven’t had time to visit all the links, but I will soon. I hope you’re enjoying FF! XOXO
Enjoy your time away from school Angie, so glad you’ll be able to rest up and vacation, maybe we can look forward to some of your wonderful creations?
Thanks, Loretta! Not sure I can promise anything, but I’ll try! Lately I’ve been spending more time in the garden than kitchen, but I do have a few recipes I want to try 😀
Wow… Two months of free time, Angie… That is awesome! And you should do whatever you feel like doing. We are always in such a rush, just as you said. Just enjoy! That’S what I would do and eat a lot… 😀 Thank you for hosting again and again. 🙂
Don’t worry, I’ve been training myself 😀 Been taking mini vacations the past weekends and eating a lot. Once summer starts, I’ll be a pro, haha… Thank YOU for coming to the party, Tina! We love having you! XOXO
It must be your last day of work today. Have fun and laze away your holidays until you itch to get into the kitchen and make us something new and yummy. Until then relax enough to make the broccoli greener (with envy) LOL
Actually I have one more day. Today was last day for students, staff has to come in tomorrow or else they won’t give you your last paycheck! But it’s all good, we’ll actually have a party tomorrow, fun…fun…
Yay for you. Enjoy dear ☺