winding down

fish tacos at Fishermen's Terminal

R made a special anniversary dinner.

Bavarian charm

Our wonderful cousin D was so so so nice to take E overnight so that R and I could enjoy a weekend trip away to celebrate our 8th anniversary.  We thoroughly enjoyed a beautiful drive up to the Bavarian (German) village of Leavenworth.  Rob had his wursts (sausages).

picnic with church friends

My dad came to town for a conference and we got to walk around with him for an evening.  We walked around the Amazon campus, MOHAI, the Center for Wooden Boats on South Lake Union.

We went to U Village to Din Tai Fung on my boss's recommendation. Thru the window you can see how much time is spent making each dumpling.  made me realize how lazy i am about food. 

YUM!  for sure we will go here again.

Rob showed us around UW campus as well.

E's preschool trip to a rooftop. they are making silly faces.  most of this group will be transitioning to Pre-K now that the Pre-K'ers are starting Kindergarten.  they are excited for the next class level :)

Alki sunshine and solidarity

we spent a gorgeous summer morning riding with some really nice work friends.

around Alki where we saw the lowest tides I've ever seen there.

through Lincoln Park

then recharging with brunch at Endolyne Joe's

Solidarity rally for our Israel friends.

totally appropriate cake for Ms. E to leave us with. xoxo.

Sun is Out

we harvested peaches from our backyard tree and they were so sweet.  love that peach tree!

friends invited us over for a wonderful dinner.

work folks

Ms. E sharing pie

  E's preschool days

air show

It's hard to take good pictures at an air show since the planes are moving so fast.  We had a much appreciated opportunity to spend the day at our friend's home to relax, see the show from the deck and walk around with the crowds when we wanted to.  it was hot but a breath of fresh air.

I learned a new recipe for butter mochi.  its really good.

such a pleasant day, our day away from home.