5 things for the weekend 25.18

what to write about, asparagus tarts, pivotal artistic moments, german potato salad, unraveling yarn

Salad Bar season is back! it’s the time of year where I relish eating fresh simple meals that I can easily put together. So we’re stocking up on salad fixings and keeping them available, so everyone can make their own preferred type of salad. Up next: barbecue season!

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5 Things

1. Do you share written content, like a newsletter or blog? Ever get stuck wondering what you should write about? Here are some great ways to brainstorm ideas as well as choose from them.

2. I’ve come to love asparagus over the last few years and cant wait to try these individual asparagus tarts.

3. Artist Mary Price reflects on pivotal moments in her art practice, and how sometimes it’s a good idea to take a chance on something.

4. Did you say that this German Potato Salad includes bacon? Yes, please!

5. If you’re unraveling older or thrifted garments to reuse the yarn (sustainability!), here’s how you should ensure it’s in the best condition to use again .

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News from the Callaloo Collective

• Our meeting to discuss Behind You is the Sea will be held this Sunday May 4th at 10 am EST.

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I am:

Reading: Wyrd Sisters by Terry Pratchett

Making: Satawal

Drinking: craft beer

Loving: how the garden is shaping up

Watching: Grey’s Anatomy

Eating: homemade baguettes

What are you doING?

“I knew then that as long as I had a word that leapt aflame in my mind, I would always be living in an age of wonder..”
― Safiya Sinclair

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