This morning, I woke up to heavy, big raindrops and regretted the gray sky and the dreary weather. Channeling my positive mood from yesterday's yoga class, I decided that I wasn't going to let the weather dictate my plans for the day. Besides, Annie's big brown doe eyes were begging for some outdoor fun.
I laced up my sneakers, filled the water bottle, and headed for Umstead Park. With big puddles added to the trail running adventure, Annie and I enjoyed every hill and curve. By the end of the jaunt, the sun began to shine and we found ourselves leaping into every possible puddle to cool off from the humid May air. It was a perfect way to spend the day with my best gal friend!
Watermelon-Cucumber Salad
1/2 thinly sliced red onion
1 cucumber, sliced
4 cups water melon, diced
cashews, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon
crumbled goat cheese
Salt, to taste
Soak onion slices in cold water. Pat dry watermelon and cucumber; toss together. Drain the onion, squeeze dry and add to the salad along with cashews. Add olive oil, juice of lemon; season with salt and toss. Top with crumbled goat cheese.
(A handful of mint was also suggested for the recipe, but I didn't have any in the kitchen.)
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