It was nice to have Robinson home for two extra days during Father's Day and the Solstice. We didn't do much, to be perfectly honest. Arthur and I made Robinson breakfast in bed (he got to sleep in until almost 9 o' clock - quite the luxury!), we had a BBQ lunch to celebrate the Solstice, and then we went downtown to check out the festivities and have dinner at Pioneer Park.For Solstice lunch, we had some Shrimp Skewers and Red Cabbage Slaw. I just kind of threw the slaw together at the last minute, but I think it turned out pretty good. Here's the recipe:
Summer Solstice Slaw Serves 8-10
1 small head red cabbage, shredded
2 small carrots, shredded
1/4 cup brown sugar (plus extra if needed, to taste)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tbs. dried parsley
salt and pepper to taste
Mix together all ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to eat.
And, of course, I made rhubarb crumble.
While at the Solstice festival, Robinson and Arthur got to meet...a stormtrooper! I don't think Robinson or Arthur were as impressed as they should have been (I mean, this guy is part of the Emperor's Army), but both were very polite.After all was said and done, Robinson and I talked about a Midsummer tradition. We already have a great Yule tradition, but we have yet to come up with anything for Summer Solstice. I suggested a hike or nature walk, and then doing some kind of activity after the hike, such as flower pressing or learning about the local plants and animals that we saw. We're in no hurry now, I suppose. We have a whole year to think about it.
The fleeting Sun brought warmth and love
As He slowly diminishes from above
The height has passed, dark comes at last
To remind us of our cycled tasks.
Blessed be.
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