succulent Black Mission figs, fragrant toasted pecans and creamy Maytag blue cheese
The kids are off at school; I have a bit of time to myself during the day on a regular basis now. Hubby is even out of town on a business trip, so my schedule is completely my own. I took advantage of this rare opportunity to create a snack/brunch (it really should be a dessert) for myself that NO ONE else in my family will eat, but I LOVE, but rarely get to indulge. Seriously, no one will touch this but me (Hubby hates figs, Girl hates almost all nuts and Boy hates "stinky cheese"). I am absolutely loving life right now. I'm reading the third of Ruth Reichl's books (Garlic and Sapphires) while nibbling on this tasty treat and watching the hummingbirds play out of the corner of my eye. The only thing that would make it perfect would be a diminutive glass of port, but it is 10:00 am and even I would find that a little too indulgent.
You painted a beautiful picture...I can actually see you & I am a bit jealous.
My Mother-in-Law is here (begining the first day of school)& we have been going non-stop, so my first day of school was not quite as enjoyable, still enjoyable, but not as much as yours.
Have a great first week.