Well, suddenly, it’s May! I’m so ready for the warm weather, the smells of fresh cut grass, ripe strawberries, and tomatoes just starting out. Even if everything in bloom means that I feel like I need to wear a diving helmet to protect against the pollen! Worth it, though!
Don’t forget to check the home maintenance tips this month- it’s a great time to do these things (I’m trying no shoes in the house again!) I’m also giving all my outdoor spaces a little refresh, and prepping the grill for lots of summer use!
What are you looking forward to this late spring/pre-summer?
Today we’re talking about:
✔️ 🛠️ May Home Maintenance Tips!
✔️ 📅 Events Happening in the Richmond Area
✔️ 🍓 My Favorite Summer Dessert- Berry Pavlova!
🛠️ May Home Maintenance Tips
- DEEP CLEAN FLOORS
- MAKE A “NO SHOES INDOORS” RULE AND STICK TO IT
- BUY PLANTS TO USE AS NATURAL DETOXIFIERS
- REPLACE WATER FILTERS
- BUY A COTTON SHOWER LINER
- WIPE DOWN LIGHT BULBS AND LIGHT FIXTURES
📅 Top Things to Do in May
- May 3rd – Friday Cheers kicks off at Brown’s Island at 6pm!
- May 4th – Run Wild Race at the Metro Richmond Zoo
- May 11th – Church Hill Spring Fest and Market
- May 11th – Richmond Ivy plays the Virginia Marauders at City Stadium
- May 14th – 6pm-7pm Richmond Toolbox Electrical 101
(Check their schedule for other workshops as well) - May 17 – Lebanese Food Festival– St Anthony’s Maronite Church
- May 17th-19th – Dominion Energy Riverrock
- May 23 – Fidos after 5 (Dogs in the Garden)
- May 30th – June 1st – Richmond Greek Festival
🍓 My Favorite Summer Dessert- Berry Pavlova!
If you don’t know, a Pavlova is basically a giant meringue, with all of its crispy, crunchy, marshmallowy textures, piled with whipped cream and topped with berries, or whatever fruit you love! What is lighter, fresher, and better for summertime than this? (Okay, ice cream is maybe a tie, but this is more of a wow for sure.) Click HERE for the full recipe, and if you make it, let me know what you think!
