Hey there—welcome to Thinking Out Loud Thursday! It’s that time of the week when I spill a few thoughts rolling around in my head and invite you to do the same. Today’s musings? A fun little field trip my friend and I went on last weekend—think adventure, laughter, and a great lunch!
For my friend Jill’s birthday last fall, I gave her a “field trip experience” to Long Row Lavender. I had visited years ago and was excited to see how much it had blossomed since then—pun totally intended! Nestled just outside of St. Louis in Wright City, Missouri, Long Row Lavender is a charming spot that’s absolutely worth a visit if you’re in the area.
It was a little early in the season for the lavender to be in full bloom, but the peonies totally stole the show! Rows of gorgeous pink and white blooms were ripe for the picking—and at just $2 per stem, we had plenty of beautiful options to choose from.
Long Row Lavender has the cutest little café—it’s impossible to resist! We happened to be there around lunchtime and couldn’t pass up the chance to try it out. We each ordered a lavender lemonade topped with strawberry cold brew, and let me tell you… it was absolutely delicious!
Our sandwiches and pie were just as amazing! We both went for the adult grilled cheese, and I’ve been dreaming about it ever since. Think crispy rosemary bread hugging melty cheese, bacon, and juicy tomato—pure comfort food magic. And if you’re in the mood for something extra special, their menu even offers a “picnic for two” you can take down by the lake. How charming is that?
Have you taken a little adventure lately that sparked joy or inspiration? I'd love to hear about it—link up below and share what you've been thinking about this week!
