.bikespotting.

Ever since I got my new bike in June, I've been peaking into the world of biking and bike loving. Bikespotting will by my new Wednesday feature every week. Some weeks may be simply photographs of bikes around my town or the internet. Some may be links to great articles. I think we'll take it as it goes and see where we end up, shall we?

Speaking of loving bikes, I think these two bikes love each other. I'm usually not into his and hers type deals, but this is the right kind of adorable.

.escapades.

On Saturday, we went to Murray's Lake with my sister, Ashley, and her boyfriend, Isaac. We had such a good time! Last year, Eric and I went there several times, but we hadn't gone yet this year. I really have no explanation. I love this place. And Eric has so many great memories from his childhood. There's a tree with his name on it! Not that I condone tree-carving...

The boys briefly bonded over fishing. We didn't last long at this spot. There were no fish, and it was not quite a prime swimming spot.

.linen love.

As part of my new blog schedule, Thursdays will be devoted entirely to linen (and occasionally, when I see fit, there will be other textiles as well). I really do love linen that much.

I've had JoDemontis in my Etsy favorites and bookmarks for quite some time now. Her designs are so fluid and organic, I can just imagine her moving around the mannequin, draping fabric here and there. This is my favorite of the styles she offers in her Etsy shop, the Draped Sack Dress and skirt. The outline is so intriguing and the linen draping must feel wonderful to wear.

It's my cousin's wedding this weekend and I totally wish I had this dress to wear!

.beautiful.

I have to share this video with you. Especially you, Susan, and you, Mollie, if you're still reading my blog. I just love this.

Also, I love the old photo of him.

Chelsea linked this to me.

.outside the box.

Get it?!

Yes, I look strange. Trying to make it look like you're trying really hard to lift a box really just makes you look awkward... Just ignore that part and focus on my clever joke.

Look at her! Just standing there in all of her righteous, backlit glory. This is her new home. She is my new home. With care, she will outlive me. Kind of like owning a tortoise. Except she eats yarn and spits out beauty.

.a box.

Yup, it's home.

I couldn't have done it without my wonderful friend Annie and her awesome husband, Chuck. Thanks guys!!

Now I have to wait until Eric gets home to unload it.

.camp.

The Saturday after graduation (this is May 15th we're talking... yes, I'm that behind!) I spent the afternoon with my parents and sisters enjoying the campground where they were staying. We made our favorite camp food, hobo pies. Now, I don't know how widespread this type of eating is, but it is so rewarding. Before I go into too much detail, there is something you should know. Hobo pies can be breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert. Yes, I'm serious. Perfect, right?

Suggested potential ingredients:

Breakfast - eggs, sausage, bacon, peppers (a major favorite of mine), cheese, onions, black beans, feta, spinach, mushrooms

Lunch - lunch meat, assorted veggies (zucchini, peppers, onions, etc), cheese

Dinner - PIZZA! (this is my favorite) - still use croissant or biscuit dough, cheese, pizza sauce, pepperoni, canadian bacon, peppers, onions, mushrooms, feta, pineapple

Dessert - basically any pie filling (apple, cherry, grape, etc)

Here's a basic recipe, since it is SO that time of year:

Ingredients:

bread dough (we loooooove croissant dough and biscuit dough)

cooking spray (we like to use olive oil spray)

filling of choice

pie makers

Here's how:

Make sure your pie maker is nice and clean, then spray it with cooking spray.

Tear off a square of dough and line the bottom of the pie maker

Start filling! Be careful though, it's very easy to over-fill your hobo pie. This leads to leaks and trouble.

Tear off another square of dough and place it on top of your fillings, making sure to pinch the two layers of dough together for ultimate filling retention.

You're ready to cook! Slow and steady is much yummier than hot and quick. This is best done after the fire has died down a bit and there are lots of good roasting embers. Think, marshmallow fire.

Be sure to check your pies frequently. This is important! It's very sad to open your pie maker and see black crust. Very sad, indeed.

Once you've cooked your hobo pie to perfection, pop it out onto and plate and enjoy your hard work and ingenuity. Cold beer, iced tea and lemonade all make very good accompaniments.

Enjoy!