Morning strolls, flower thieves & wedding-day fun

🌼 This Week at Home

Well, the neighborhood rabbits have declared war on my flower beds. I planted blooms, they saw a salad bar. 😩 Every time I peek outside, it’s like they’ve hosted a midnight garden party. Bold little things!

Thankfully, the week’s been full of sweeter moments, too—like our morning family walks to “our spot.” It’s such a peaceful part of the day.

And I’m counting down the days to help my sweet friend Laura with her wedding makeup! I get to be on glam squad duty this Saturday, and I couldn’t be more excited. Nothing says summer like a good love story and a swipe of lip gloss. 💕

🍽️ Recipe of the Week: Summer Chicken and Peach Salad
This one’s sunshine in a bowl—grilled chicken, juicy peaches, crisp veggies, and a simple vinaigrette. Light, fresh, and ideal for dinner on a warm evening.

👉 Get the recipe from Ambitious Kitchen

📅 Weekly Meal Ideas

Monday
🥒 Lemon Herb Chicken with Cucumber Salad

Tuesday (Taco Night!)
🌮 Shrimp tacos with mango salsa

Wednesday
🥗 Chicken and peach salad (featured recipe!)

Thursday
🍝 Meghan Markle’s One-Pan Pasta

Friday (Pizza Night!)
🍕Easy Mediterranean Pizza

Saturday
🍗 Balsamic chicken drumsticks + sweet potato wedges

Sunday
🥘 Slow cooker roast beef with carrots and mashed potatoes

🍌 Quick Snack Idea: Frozen Yogurt Bark with Fruit
Spread dairy-free yogurt on a tray, sprinkle with berries and granola, then freeze. Break into pieces for a cold, crunchy, kid-friendly treat!

⏱️ Time-Saving Tip
Make your life easier with a “snack box” in the fridge: think sliced cucumbers, mini peppers, grapes, hard-boiled eggs, or energy bites. It’s lunch prep magic.

🍓 What’s in Season (July)

Fruits:
🍑 Peaches · Cherries · Raspberries · Blueberries · Plums · Melons

Veggies:
🌽 Corn · Zucchini · Tomatoes · Bell peppers · Cucumbers · Eggplant

💛 Encouragement for the Week
Even when rabbits snack on your hard work, there’s still so much to smile about. The quiet morning walks, the laughter over dinner, the beauty in sharing life together.

Until next time,
—Cara 🌸