french style breakfast

sometimes when i'm rushed (or have a hair appointment) i don't have time to bust out a full blown saturday morning breakfast. in those cases, a little extra effort in the presentation department is all i need to make a super quick and easy meal feel extra special. 

for breakfast, i picked up some fresh fruit, croissants and spreads at the store and laid them out in my favorite berry colanders, serving dishes and used our wedding china for a simple but pretty saturday morning setup on the patio. brewing coffee in a french press is a single step to make and serve, and the amount of coffee is perfect for the two of us. 

i also love starting my day this way - the french believe in decadent food (nutella and lemon curd anyone?!) but they are hyper-conscious of the portions they consume and really take their time to enjoy each little bit. it's the perfect start to a beautiful weekend.

cinco de mayo

happy cinco de mayo! in celebration i whipped up some tacos for lunch- our favorite beef street tacos! it's strange, i noticed almost no one is out and about tonight, until it hit me that the bulk of rgv residents are most likely at home with their families, much like we are on the 4th of july. 

hope you're all having a wonderful day!

i like my burros best miniaturized and stuffed with candy.

cacti looking dry.