I was so happy with this painting for the calendar, until my "calendar partner" pointed out that it doesn't really go with the recipe ???  And you know what - she was right!  No garlic in the recipe - and no pepper (Pepe is Italinan for pepper mill).  I thought I was sooo clever!!!  I still like this painting, but I'll have to go to plan b for the recipe for Short Ribs braised in Sangiovese - served over Polenta.  The recipe sounds sooo delicious!  I want the painting to looks just as delish - and to go with the recipe!  Hmmm.  One of those "oops" that's still okay. 

We're having a great visit with our grandson from Seattle.  He brought some of those low temps with him - and the rain.  But today should be an incredible high of 78 and NO RAIN!!!   Can't beat that for a beautiful day in August!