Death and Weddings

Very hard to believe but my friend Brian got married in New Zealand and J and I went to the reception at Kitsap Memorial State Park. It was a really pretty spot, a log hall right on the water. We had a lot of fun and saw some old friends we hadn't seen in awhile. On another note, I had my second Dia de los Muertos party and it was a lot of fun. There was tons of food and lots of good friends. It was on a much smaller scale this year since it was on a Monday. I would say it was a success. Thanks to Mom & Dad with all their party help. Here are a couple pictures from the reception.

Wacky Summer!

It has been an interesting summer, some good things but a lot of crappy work stuff. Lets hope fall will flush all that out with a good rain. In the meantime, here are a couple pictures from my latest happenings. Bon Fires with good friends, Husky football, and what seems like a million babies.

Odds and Ends....

The weather has been so great this last week! That is not the reason I haven't been updating my blog, though. Just busy and really haven't had anything all that exciting to say. It is officially the start of bon fire season with a couple under our belt already. On the last bon fire we didn't need the heat but loved the 'ambiance'! Real estate seems to be picking up a bit. We sold another of J's houses a couple weeks ago which is great! The big news on my mind right now is J & I are going to start a new business. I am mulling over some name options right now. It is something we are already doing, I just want to make it a little more official so we can expand on it. Don't worry, details to come. I hope everyone is have a good start to their summer!

Early Tailgating

Yesterday we did our first tailgate of the year for the Spring game but mostly for Tiff's birthday. It was a good time and not only did Tailgate T come out but Tailgate J as well! Lets just say he slept the whole 15 minutes home! Here is a picture of little Shaelyn's first tailgate. She is looking awfully cute:)

My Baby's Back

Well, after a long week I got my computer back, wiped clean of viruses. I am very glad to have it back and have started what will I am sure be the long process of getting everything back in order. I seem to like things just so on my computer and when they are not...the world is not right. Hopefully it won't take as long as I think. Be careful at what you look at on the internet!

Lady and the Tramp

You decide which is which.....

Bosco admiring Bosco

I received my Bosco painting today and it looks great. Bosco had to inspect it for himself and then he gave it two paws up! Thinking of one of your own pet ....www.veganme.com.

Bosco on Canvas

Last April at the PAWS auction we bought a commissioned painting of Bosco. I finally got around to sending the gal a picture of him so she could start painting in January. Here is the final product and I think it turned out pretty good, but you be the judge! I haven't seen it in person yet but I'm sure it will be great. If you are thinking of doing the same her web site is www.veganme.com.

Meet Shaelyn!

Weighing in at 7 pounds 10 ounces. Mom, Dad and baby are doing well.

A Gift

For my sister and her trip abroad. The pen is for scale. Enjoy.

Potted Pork

The other day J and I popped into Cafe Campagne to escape the wind and enjoy happy hour. One of the things we ordered was the potted pork, or RILLETTES DE PORC. Needless to say, it was delicious and we tried to figure out what was in it and how it was made. I searched the internet not finding too many recipes that seemed suitable but I was able to find one that just might work. I made it the other night and surpirse, it was a big success!!! I am very pleased and will be making this several times in the future. Serve it on a toasted baguette with dijon mustard and cornichons on the side. Sea salt is a must as well.