The Albert Memorial, Kensington Gardens London, June 2008.

A scenic view across the lake of Mount Baker, August 2006.

Engraved prayer in a chapel garden, London, June 2008.

• Walked through the Michelangelo exhibit at the SAM. He was so driven yet lived to be 89 (in the 1500’s). That’s good stress management. #
• Had 2 Costco cookies at work today (I was hungry and they were free) and am now feeling the sugar slump and regretting it. #
• Watching Apple’s video for the new iPad. It’s definitely sweet and a fun toy, but with Macbook + iPhone already, it’s just that – a toy. #
• Dry roads and 50 plus? Looks like a motorcycle day. #
• Being productive and listening to Stevie Wonder on Pandora. #
• I love my truck’s remote start. I am so spoiled. #
• Played Grand Theft Auto Chinatown Wars all the way home on the bus. Missions are extra urgent when you reach your stop early (IRL). #
• Said goodbye to another bright, inspiring colleague today, leaving to find success elsewhere. The farewells are starting to blur together. #
• Wearing sunglasses downtown for the first time in *ages*. #
• Playing Beatles Rock Band with the folks. #
• Cornbread! Ain’t nothin wrong with that. #
• Starting tonight’s appetizer, bagna cauda – an old Italian tradition. Here is a pic of the garlic in a half batch http://twitpic.com/zgd8k #
• How much better would shopping at ikea be if their market served booze? #
• I like how Saturday traffic moves extra fast, like a bunch of animals released from their weekday cage. #
• Quicken Loans closing docs arrived today via overnight. These guys have “efficient and professional” nailed. http://twitpic.com/ze3l2 #
• Belly up to the bar at Fox Sports Grill, getting sauced with Mom, Dad, and Danielle. #

One of the more vibrant examples of the tulip’s diversity, Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, May 2009.