Today: Bring your own pig.
[tweetmeme source=”elizabethev” only_single=false]Nick and I headed down to Tina and Mal’s this afternoon for their Pig Party. Being a vegetarian and all, I thought I’d B.M.O.P., you know, bring my own pig. When Nick’s dad roasted a pig a couple years ago, I brought a pig cake. The thought of using the oven on a hot day like today, however, sort of made me want to perish. So I made a pigmelon instead.
While being a total weather wimp and taking my long run indoors this morning, I thought through my plans. Blueberries for eyes, rind ears and a pop-out snout. I thought the apple would be an authentic touch, and tried to google “pig roast photos” (not something I recommend) on my iPhone. And then I almost fell off the treadmill. By the time I finished running, I was ready to get down to business.
After I finished carving the melon, I saved a few mini Mason jars worth of juice for iced tea or perhaps an adult beverage. And I was sure to set aside a few pieces of fruit for the Frenchie.
We had a really fun afternoon in the sun with Tina and Mal, Bridget and Brian, and the pack of wild puppies roaming the yard. I know the pig roast was a true labor of love– the whole scene was quite impressive. And now I’m home, wondering what else I can carve from a watermelon.
Also On Tap for Today:
- Looking forward to TECHMunch tomorrow!
- The largest living species of fish won’t eat you (unless you’re a plankton)
- 20 ways to cool off
Comments (15)
Erin
July 23, 2011 at 7:49 pm
That is too cute! What a fun summer idea!
Kelly
July 23, 2011 at 7:52 pm
I love this!!!!! SO CUTE
Glad you had fun!
elizabethjarrard
July 23, 2011 at 8:53 pm
that. is. genius!!!!!! loveit!
Bridget
July 23, 2011 at 9:44 pm
Your pigmelon was ADORABLE! It was so great to see you and meet Nick today, we both had a great time chatting…haha and we were totally those people talking about our dogs all day
Must be what its like when people talk about their kids.
Lets plan something again soon!
kat
July 23, 2011 at 9:48 pm
That is sooo cute! I love pigs! Such a fun idea! Thanks for sharing
Cynthia (It All Changes)
July 23, 2011 at 9:49 pm
That’s an adorable idea and so fun that you contributed your own veggie pig for a pig roast to join in the fun. I’m sure they appreciated the humour.
Bethany @ More Fruit Please
July 23, 2011 at 10:12 pm
That’s the cutest idea I’ve ever seen! I’m sure it must have been quite a hit with the other party goers. I’m going to keep this idea in my back pocket for future reference!
Jessica @ Dairy Free Betty
July 24, 2011 at 12:26 pm
Hahhaaaa so awesome!
Jaime
July 24, 2011 at 3:39 pm
I just read Tina’s post and totally guessed that you brought the pig-o-melon!! I love it. You, my friend, are tres creative.
Carrots ‘N’ Cake
July 24, 2011 at 7:42 pm
Thanks for coming yesterday and bring the pigmelon! It was a big hit!
goodtastehealthyme
July 24, 2011 at 8:20 pm
Absolutely adorable! I love it!
A Plum By Any Other Name
July 24, 2011 at 8:34 pm
You say pigmelon … I say … ummm … I’m not sure what I’d say.
Except perhaps there should be more B.Y.O.P. events. That and that it was so lovely to meet you today! You truly are a fun-loving gal worthy of such a fun-loving blog. 
Look forward to seeing you in the future!
Chetney
July 24, 2011 at 10:25 pm
OMG that pig is so awesome!!!
P Evans
July 25, 2011 at 11:08 pm
Best Pig Melon ever!!!!!
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