May Must-dos

May is a great month.. It's starting to get warmer, summer plans are being made, and you get at least one scheduled holiday off work (Memorial Day). With this positive outlook I have decided to share some of my to-dos for the month.

1. Get our house ready to be sold. Yes, we are planning to move to the big city (LR) instead of the small city across the river (NLR).

2. Find our future house. We have found a couple we love in Hillcrest, a few out west, and some in a great neighborhood where a few friends live... Everyone pray that the timing works out for whichever is the right home for us.

Some glimpses into my favorite of the houses that we have looked at..

3. Sign up for another race. A friend just signed up for the St. Jude half in December. I'm scared to commit because my running buddy Gingo is about to leave me forever to move to NOLA.. Who will get my lazy butt out the door? Any takers?

4. Make some fun new recipes. 

Pink Grapefruit Margarita

Chicken Salad with Cumin-Scented Carrot Raita

Caramelized Bananas and Strawberries over Oatmeal

5. Take a girl's trip. Whether it is with girlfriends, family, whatever. I wouldn't mind a weekend of relaxation and girl time. (No offense B).

6. Look to the future. After talking with a few friends and acquaintances who have started their own businesses, I need to start daydreaming about my future goals, and the goals of Ann Potter Baking.. Whether that is a stand alone store or another venue completely.

Bakeries don't have to be stuffy or kitschy. And mine will definitely not have those cardboard cakes covered in nasty zebra fondant. Example here. 

My store would have a sequined statement wall...

And a black and white striped awning... For sure.. 

What's on your May to-do list?