3 Essentials For My Spring Saturday Mornings

Who doesn’t enjoy a good Saturday morning? I know I do. Here are a few of my essentials:

1) Sleeping in(ish). There is something refreshing about not setting an alarm on Friday night. Even if my alarm just so happens to be a chatter-ey toddler or pitter patter of tiny feet in the halls, the freedom to awaken naturally without my iPhone “playtime” tone is refreshing.

*Did I mention no one warned me (and I wasn’t intuitive enough to realize then) that anyone without children should take full advantage of sleeping in? If not, let me be the first to casually acknowledge the blessing of seeing any number after 7:30am on my phone on non-alarm days.

2) Lazy breakfast. Although bowls of cereal or throwing bread in the toaster are easier options, the taste of a Belgian waffle and fresh strawberries from the local Farmer’s Market bring a big smile to my face. Have you ever noticed how therapeutic it is to connect with your spouse/family/friends over a leisurely breakfast or brunch? There’s something about eggs and that extra cup of coffee that create space for deeper conversation. Hash Brown Casserole is a crowd pleaser at our house! And it can be made gluten free by simply substituting Gluten Free Bisquick!

No judgement if you’d rather have someone else make breakfast. First Watch and Ted’s Bulletin get my full approval!

3) Farmer’s Markets. Sign me up for supporting the locals as well as eating fresh for days! Our personal favorite is right outside our front door, Burke Farmers Market. You can also find a full listing of he Farmers Markets in Northern Virginia here. 

What are some of your essentials for Saturday mornings?