The past few weeks I've been uber frustrated with my lawnmowning situation. In a quest to alleviate my frustration, I hired a nice young man to come over and tend to my overgrown yard [insert inappropriate joke here]. He did a fabulous job!
The sun and sky were so gorgeous today, I decided to go out and take a few pictures of the lush foliage. I don't know much about flowers, so maybe one of you garden nerds can identify these plants for me. Rhododendrons, perhaps?
These plants totally dwarf my house! They are huge. One of them is about half as tall as the telephone pole outside my house. I think my plan for tomorrow, weather permitting, is to plant some lavender. I have always loved lavender, and gave away all my lavender plants when I moved down to California. It is hard to believe I only lived there 4 months, because it felt like an eternity being away from my family and friends. I've been back 10 months now, and it feels like its only been a few months. Anyway, looking forward to planting some lavender for my nose (and the bees) to enjoy.
Ah......my little house. Isn't she cute? I love this neighborhood!!
This past week has been jam packed full of fun. As most of you know, I turned 32 last Saturday. Lots of hanging out with friends and family over drinks and good eats. As is tradition, I like to spread out the festivities over many days. Here is a rundown of events that took place:May 19: Dinner and drinks with Helen at Dad Watson's (can you say buttery nipple?)
May 20: Dinner with Bren at Thaiku in Ballard. Possible drink at Old Town Alehouse if the cute bartender was working, but he wasn't, so we bailed
May 22: Dinner and drinks with Casey and Kim. Dinner at O'Shan Sushi in Ballard, and drinks at King's Hardware. Two thumbs up for O'Shan Sushi. Great sushi at affordable prices. At King's Hardware, we discovered they have something on the menu called the Afterschool Special. It's a peanut butter and bacon sandwich. Sounds kinda gross, but sort of intriguing. Maybe someday. They also have a drink called the Brass Bear, which is Hamms mixed with orange juice. Also for another day.
Later on, May 22: Drinks and dancing at Rock Salt. Let's just say I need to learn how to salsa dance, it looked super fun!! Corey will be so excited to find that out!
May 23: The big day!!! I'm 32!!! The day started out well with a breakfast of home fried potatoes, eggs over easy, and bacon. Then off to West Seattle for an afternoon BBQ at Chris and Mike's. Jon, Ashley, Kim, Kyle, Cynthia, JP, Chris, and Mike.....an awesome group of people to spend an afternoon in the sun with. Mike made awesome Luther Burgers, JP made some potent and delicious sangria, and the stories flew. I think I may have peed my pants a little. After West Seattle, Jon, Ash, and I headed back to Fremont and met up with some folks at Dad Watson's to cap off the night with some Oly's and Irish car bombs.
May 26: A trip up to Bellingham with Chris and Brenda. Potato burritos and boutique shopping with my ladies. Casa Que Pasa didn't disappoint me with a rockin' Rancho burrito (basically a potato burrito but with salsa and and lettuce). I managed to find my dream necklace and matching earrings at a shop in Fairhaven called Whimsy. I'll have to post pictures of them because I am in love.
May 27: Haircolor with Leah at Habitude. My new favorite stylist gave me a new look. Darker brown with some bright red streaks. Don't worry Mom, I still look professional:) The streaks are subtle. I'll have to post pictures of the new 'do.
May 28: Met up with Casey at the Sunset Tavern in Ballard for Casey's cousin Brady's 30th birthday bash. He murdered his 20's!!! It was fun meeting some of Casey's extended family. And some good people watching!
May 29: Shopping with Paula, then dinner/drinks with Gina and Paula at Anthony's in Everett. I tried a Chi Chi for the very first time. What is a Chi Chi? It is basically a pina colada, but with vodka instead of rum. It was delicious. Love spending time with these girls!! Afterwards, headed over to Gina's house to spend some time with Atticus. He's walking now!
Tonight: BBQ with the gang, then maybe drinks in Ballard.
Tomorrow: Meet up with Gina, Atticus, and MB at the Ballard Sunday Market. Should be a solid little Sunday:)
Thanks to everyone for making the last few weeks awesome and memorable!! 32 is the new 22!!!
2 comments:
those are rhododendrons. you forgot to mention your sunday evening plans... can't wait!!!!
Demian says: "it's only the state flower, Jess"
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