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✨ Get ready for Labor Day
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Hi Reader -- The days are cooling down (sometimes - it's currently humid as can be), my girls are back in school, and Labor Day weekend is upon us. We're headed to South Haven one more time before it really cools off, but we'll be home for Labor Day. My husband usually grills/smokes some meat, but I also like to make some things inside to round out the menu (especially when weather doesn't cooperate). Go-to Labor Day Recipes ⭐️Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or just enjoying the long weekend, these recipes will help you say farewell to summer.
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Persnickety Plates - Easy Family Recipes
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Hi Reader, Today is a special day to me - five years ago today I left my marketing career to go all in on Persnickety Plates. Turns out that was an excellent decision ☺️ July was a good one. We did South Haven (Lake Michigan) and then Gulf Shores, both with family, both the kind of trips you don't want to end. School starts in just over three weeks & I'm tempted to squeeze in one more quick road trip before it does. We'll see. Even the girls have said this feels like the fastest summer ever....
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Hi Reader, Happy Sunday! It is beautifully sunny here today but if I'm being honest, I was hoping for a thunderstorm + book on the couch afternoon. I might make that happen despite the pull to enjoy the weather. What to Make this Week It may be 86° but I'm craving cozy and this crockpot split pea soup is always a favorite. How do you make your macaroni salad? This traditional version is great but I'm always looking for new takes. This "shepherd's pie" is technically cottage pie, but whatever...