Thanks for all your kind comments on my surprise trip to manatee land…I think Lucas is very proud of the day that he planned.
And the weekend fun continued on Sunday! First, I woke up for a bike ride — my first since my Olympic triathlon. WOW! I missed ol’ Sugar. Yes, I name my bike.
I also got to test out the multisport capabilities on Stella, my Garmin Forerunner 305. Yes, I name my GPS device.
Not bad! I have a cyclometer on my bike, but it only works half the time. If I hit even a small bump, the little measuring thing gets knocked sideways on my spoke, and I stop getting any data. No such problem with Stella!
I like to go at least 30 miles on the weekend, but I needed to get back to make a special dish for a blogger “linner.” I can’t post the recipe, because I’m submitting it to a contest, but I can post pictures of the process. If you want to see s’more (hint, hint), I’ll post details when I can:
Lucas was a patient tester — did you know that marshmallows essentially evaporate when cooked? He ate his way through at least eight variations before I was happy enough to make a batch for the bloggers.
The sweet treats were a hit at the party, planned by Meghann and hosted by Sarah.
I managed to look silly in every photo snapped by Meghann:
And while I did have my camera — I was a little intimidated by the awesome cameras that Katy and Ryan had! So I didn’t take too many pictures, although I did get some shots of all the amazing food!
I had good company, too — sitting with Meghann, Kelly and Meghann’s man Derek.
There were lots of dogs — which meant lots of noise and activity! I didn’t bring my boys, but I could have…they would have had plenty of friends!
I was very happy to see that my Secret Santa gift was the one everyone wanted… Ashley ended up getting the apron, Sugar Cookie Sleigh Ride tea and Bondi Band that I brought, so that was exciting!
And I snagged this present with an eye for Lucas:
Beer and chili…the perfect pair.
I braved the Wal-Mart superstore to find Mason jars (three other stores didn’t have them in stock!!) which was a mistake — I was not feeling jolly after fighting the crowds. But I was very happy to come home to a secret cooking project of Luke’s own (I can’t post details or Santa will have his surprise spoiled!) and two very curious doggies.
What’s your favorite dessert or sweet treat?
So very hungry now. thanks to these dang (lovely) pics.
We have to go for a bike ride together! I try to get a long ride in every weekend, too!
ps- You looked gorgeous!
I love cold pumpkin pie.
I was busting up at those pictures of you on Meghann's post. I think you look pretty darn awesome. Thank you for your sweet comment tonight and always. You really do bring a smile to my face.
wow those pics are AWESOME! i LOVE smores..def up there at the top of my list.. especially smores w. PB
My favorite dessert would have to cookies!
Oh man, Now I seriously wish i had been in fl to go to that party. a few weeks too late.
my fav dessert is def anything chocolate…it runs in my veins
Mmm, that looks like either a s'more or a banana or a poached egg or some Greek. Hmm…
I don't know if I can choose a FAVORITE treat, but I just chowed down on a cookie!
ahh LOVE smores these look fantastic!!
beer and chili-I mean, is there anythign better?!
Oh man, those smore's look delicious.
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Jealous of your bike ride! Since I've hurt my back I've been forced to forgo running and biking. It's all elliptical, all the time over here. It looks like you girls (and dogs!) had a great time!
My favorite is 'Smores actually! My go-to dessert is 'smores pie – http://eatventures.wordpress.com/eats/desserts/…
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The s'mores look SO incredible!! I absolutely love that you name your bike… 
We name ours too… and our cars… 
*giggles*
haha i totally want s'mores. they look SO good
glad you had such a great time girl!
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My Garmin's name is GARMY!!! Love her. We are BFFs. Favorite dessert or sweet treat!? What a loaded question. Hmmm I'd go with the granola bar (but totally NOT a granola bar whatsoever) from Flour Bakery in Boston, MA. I am seriously dreaming about it to this day and figuring out how I can recreate it.
Hmm, is that salmon with chocolate?? Looks interesting. I hope you post the recipe when you can.
Thank you for shanring.
Thank you for shanring.