Happy Birthday, Gussie!!
Gus and Mazen are almost exactly the same age. They were born the same year, a month apart. Just another reason they are kindred spirits! Check out sweet puppy Gus:
I’m sorry I missed those puppy years, but according to this chart, Gus and I are almost the same age! Pretty cool : )
Still eating yogurt bowls with fresh fruit and granola!
I am still struggling in the salad department a bit and have been for a long time. I’ve been mixing up greens, dressings, cheeses, and toppings, but just can’t get in a groove this summer! Give me all the cooked veggies or salads in restaurants, but I just don’t love them at home. This one had spinach, carrots, peppers, homemade dressing, heirlooms, and smoked salmon.
Thomas and I made the best turbot the other night. We topped it with garlic, lemon, salt, pepper, and butter and baked it until flakey. Served with capresé salad (all day, erry day) and corn on the cob!
Have a great weekend!
Kate says
August 11, 2017 at 11:09 amomg PUPPY GUS!
Linda @ the Fitty says
August 11, 2017 at 11:29 amI LOVE turbo fish! It’s nice and fatty and comes off the bone so nicely.
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says
August 11, 2017 at 11:52 amAww, happy birthday Gussie! Looked so cute as a lil’ puppy!
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Katie says
August 11, 2017 at 12:43 pmGus is a very very beautiful dog!! <3 Happy Birthday Buddy!
Bauer says
August 11, 2017 at 2:07 pmI have a 12 week old puppy, lab mix. Any suggestions from Thomas on training tips? He is in the nipping stage and my hands and arms are all chewed up! I am hoping he has a great personality (as it seems Gus does!!). Did he do classes or training sessions with anyone, or just wing it? Just curious.
KathEats says
August 11, 2017 at 2:47 pmHe said to do a basic training class and be super consistent. Don’t let him chew on your hands because then they think chewing is ok!
Bauer says
August 11, 2017 at 2:49 pmThank you!! I will definitely look into some training classes.
Kelli @ Hungry Hobby says
August 11, 2017 at 2:43 pmAwwww puppy love! But enjoy the adult years with the pup
Val says
August 11, 2017 at 3:01 pmWould you mind sharing where you found your rug? It is just what we are looking for. Thanks!
KathEats says
August 11, 2017 at 3:04 pmIt’s from Pottery Barn, and I’m pretty sure it’s this one.
Lisa @ Life as Lisa Knows It says
August 11, 2017 at 4:56 pmawww, Happy Birthday, Gus!
Jeanie says
August 11, 2017 at 5:57 pmLove the pictures of you and Gus! He was an adorable little chunky baby. I’m with you on the salads. I love a good restaurant salad, but I just can’t get into making them at home.
Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca) says
August 11, 2017 at 6:00 pmHappy birthday Gus!!!
Do you ever make Greek salads? My husband and I started making them quite regularly (whatever lettuce you like, kalamata olives, tomato, cucumber, feta cheese, and red onion), and we are hooked. We never get sick of Greek salad. Just an idea if you want to switch it up 🙂
I think onions are a necessity to good salads, so we always add red or green onion. Olives and feta in salad also make me really happy.
We’re also really into roasted veggie salads (just roast whatever you like with olive oil, salt and pepper), toss with favourite salad dressing, and presto – roasted salad. They are great with chicken on top too!
KathEats says
August 12, 2017 at 7:55 amTwo great ideas!
Emily says
August 12, 2017 at 6:59 amAs a Charlottesville native I really hope you address the rally today. You didn’t mentiom the kkk rally a few weeks ago. I know this is a lifestyle blog but this is slighted to be largest hate gathering in decades in the United States and is making international news. I live by Meade park and I know you are in the general downtown area as well. This is really close to home and it’s terrible.
KathEats says
August 12, 2017 at 7:55 amI think it’s horrible and don’t feel safe or comfortable in my own city but I am not planning to write a dramatic post about it or participate in any of the counter protests, first for my safety and second because attention is exactly what they want.
Allison says
August 12, 2017 at 5:47 pm100% agree. I will never understand protesting the protestors….don’t even acknowledge them. That’s what they want. Stay safe at home and ignore the zealots!
Amy W says
August 13, 2017 at 9:34 pmGood for you. Be safe. Sending love and prayers for your beautiful city and for our poor country. So sad.
Kelly says
August 12, 2017 at 10:42 amThis may sound simple, but have you tried different lettuces? I don’t love spinach salad at home. I love romaine or butter lettuce. I also like cabbage for a good crunch. Hope you find your salad groove! And happy birthday, G!!
Stacy B. says
August 12, 2017 at 5:16 pmCouldn’t help but think of you with everything happening in Charlottesville this weekend. Hope you are safe and far away from danger.
KathEats says
August 12, 2017 at 10:24 pmThank you – we are safe.
Christi says
August 12, 2017 at 6:40 pmHi Kath, I’m just watching the tragic news tonight and am thinking about you and hoping you’re safe. I’m a long time reader and since I’ve in Knoxville, love Charlottesville and many of the places you frequent. I am thinking about your hometown today and praying for safety. Such a sad and scary day in a beautiful city.
KathEats says
August 12, 2017 at 10:24 pmThank you. It was a difficult day in cville <3
elle says
August 12, 2017 at 7:13 pmThat is such a cute picture of you and Gus. He looks like such a good dog!
Barbara Younger says
August 13, 2017 at 4:36 amHappy birthday Gus! Gosh what an adorable puppy he was. So darling.
Laura Swanson says
August 14, 2017 at 9:07 amHappy birthday, Gus! It seems like you are enjoying having a dog in your home! I’m glad your family is safe, I thought about you when I saw the news!
Tonya says
August 14, 2017 at 9:33 amPup Gus was just the pic we all needed today.
Rachel says
August 16, 2017 at 9:41 amI have been really into making kale beet salads at home. Lacinato kale, beets, goat cheese, some not too sweet granola, and balsamic vinaigrette- delicious!
KathEats says
August 16, 2017 at 9:51 amThat does sound good!!