island plums and blackberries . . .

u m m m m . . . u m m m m . . .

everything tastes a little better when it comes from the garden . . .

and this year - my little garden is happier than ever!!!

My daughter and I have been picking the fruit as fast as we can . . .

both plums . . . and blackberries . . .

they seem to be overflowing in our yard . . . and on our little island!!

 

I see it all over Facebook - my friends and neighbors all canning away . . .

making all sorts of things to bring out fresh when winter sets in!

Well - I have been a little short on time lately . . .

sooooo - I just keep popping these sweet things in my mouth . . .

and sometimes . . .
I throw a bag or two of them in the freezer for later . . .

The other day I was wishing I had more time to just play in the kitchen . . .

to make some yummy jams and such . . . like all those friends of mine . . .
thinking how much greener it is over there - on the other side of the fence . . .

and then - to my surprise . . .

a very old-fashioned thing happened . . .

a new friend down the street just dropped by with the most delicious

plum jam . . . and the most amazing chutney ever!! :)

It was such a sweet thing to do . . . and it truly made my day!!!

Needless to say . . .
we have been enjoying a little dollop here and there of this sweet summer sunshine . . .

on toast and such . . .

one sweet spoonful at a time!!!

And now . . . I just have one other thing on my mind . . .

I need to figure out what kind of dish I am going to make
to compliment that amazing chutney!!  H m m m m . . .

Thank you again Rick - you are a sweet and kind neighbor . . .
and it was such a thoughtful gift!!!

you are the BEST!!! :)

until next time . . .

. . . . . . .

food dreams and a kiss . . .
from my kitchen . . . to yours!!

xoxo - liz