I really thought two southern Brazil summers had done me in as far as being a fan of the heat. I truly enjoyed my first winter back in the US, but now that things are heating up and summer memories from home are flooding back I have to say I’m excited for the new season!
We put off turning on the AC for as long as we could. The pug was having horrible breathing problems and we just couldn’t bear to watch her struggle any longer so we turned it on this week. (That’s her above trying to find a balance between comfort and a cool floor.)
Each time I feel a cool breeze as I sit in my office chair, I have to stop and ponder the awesomeness of central air technology. This is something we didn’t have in Brazil and I will never take it for granted again! I don’t want to be dependent on it, but oh my, is it nice to have.
Instead of sweating away at my computer and avoiding the oven (except for yesterday’s cookies) I am enjoying summer both inside and out. Also, while it may not be summer yet on the calendar, it did arrive in KY this week. I enjoy every aspect of that except for the humidity. No reason to complain now though because I have central AC!!
Has summer arrived where you are? Or how about winter? I realized yesterday that it is almost winter in Brazil right now and June and July were always my favorite months there.
Well, I may skip a weekend here or there, but the Links to a Healthy Weekend are back today! I hope all my readers in the States enjoy the 3-day weekend and celebrate the freedoms of our country as well as those who have fought for them. In case you have some time for reading, here you go.
How to stop eating processed foods was a book review in the Washington Post. The new book isReal Food Has Curves: How to Get Off Processed Food, Lose Weight, and Love What You Eat
Rise of food blogs creates pasta paparazzi was an Associated Press article released last week. It will give you a good giggle and I have to say that I’ve never taken my tripod to a restaurant!
Recipe Attribution on Food Blog Forum is a must-read for any food blogger. I’m not sure if you’ve checked out that site yet, but it is proving to be a great resource for us.
Mango & Tomato is having a recipe contest for her blog anniversary. You have to come up with something using both mangoes and tomatoes to enter. I can’t wait to see the final results!
Have you checked out the blog Magic Flavours? I am new to it and it is quickly becoming a favorite. Not only are there great recipes, but the author writes each post in English, Portuguese and Spanish!
My latest post at the The 3 Star Traveler is all about finding the right source for travel advice – Ask the Right Local.
Last but not least, in case you didn’t notice Fake Food Free has a Facebook page! I hope you’ll swing by and tell me you “Like” it.
That book looks good, but I’m turned off by the back cover description’s emphasis on weight weight weight. “Dumping the fake stuff and relishing real food will help you drop pounds”; “Shape your waist”; “It’s time to be satisfied, nourished, thinner.”
I get that the majority of adults in the US are overweight and the diet angle is just a hook, but even well-meaning messages like this can quietly reinforce the notion that fat is evil and the only reason a person should eat carrots is to fit into a size 6 again.
Thank you for the information about sharing recipes on blogs. I just started a blog about my family’s transition to healthier eating, and I’ve been wondering whether it’s okay to post recipes. Now I know.
Thank you for the information.
I always love the first few days of summer but then by the middle of it, I can’t wait for fall! I’m sorry to hear that your puppy is having a hard time with the heat! Yikes.
Love these links. Your links to a healthy weekend are some of my favorite bits of the weekend!
Well, it is summer here in Ireland, though that doesn’t necessarily mean sunshine and heat 🙂 We have had some nice weather lately, but it was back to rain and cold yesterday, which is about par for the course for an Irish summer!
Thanks for the foodblogforum link – I keep meaning to spend some time over there and never seem to get the chance.
I really want to read Real Food Has Curves! It sounds intriguing. Thanks for all the links.
Tamara – I completely agree. I really dislike the terminology used to market books like this, even more so that the terminology is the reason some people buy them. I do read them though (usually via library instead of buying) because I typically find good points even if the focus isn’t what I think it should be. For me, it’s important to know what they are about because sadly this kind of book does attract people and I want to be informed to answer questions should I receive them from people wondering what I think as a nutritionist.
Kerri – You are welcome! It was helpful to me too.
Erica – You are welcome!
Joanne – Thanks! I’m so glad you like this series. I am with you regarding the seasons. Fall is my very favorite and about July 4th I’ll be ready for it!
Daily Spud – Thanks for reminding me that summer has varying definitions. Ha, ha! After a few hot, humid days around here I could use an Irish summer. Perhaps we could trade a few weeks. 😉 I don’t spend nearly enough time on the site either, but each time I check it out there is always something helpful.
Sagan – Yeah, I really want to see what it is all about.
I am hoping summer gets here soon. They say this is the worst winter they have had here in a while. More rain than usual.
Awwwww, your dog looks adorable chilling, the weather here in LA is amazing, I’m loving it every minute. There is this ocean breeze that always makes my house feels fresh, and the sky is bright and blue. I’m in love. Thank you for all your amazing links, you always show me something great.
Always love your ‘Links’! I’m curious about “Real Food Has Curves”; although I still use some processed ingredients (primarily canned items), I’d like to try to cook as ‘naturally’ as possible. Of course, it’s much easier in the summer! I’m so happy that the warm weather has arrived after a particularly harsh winter here in MN. Our dog is happier, too – he never enjoyed sinking into deep snow! 😎