Add lemonade

Continuing our lunch theme, we added lemonade to the menu. Perfect for a hot day, outdoor cafe, post-20/20 Cycle visit. Con paz.

frank

lunch

Taquitos on a hot day. This is how we ship software.
Con paz,
frank

Butterflies are not free

In fact they're trapped in an exhibit at the Pacific Science Center. The saddest part was a beautiful black butterfly with a broken wing.

Peace be with her.

frank

Cruising Home

Remember riding a bike, when you were a kid? As adults, we have a few logistics to work out [pun intended] before we can just jump on and go. So I bought a 1971 Triumph cruiser from 20/20 Cycle; upgraded handlebars and seat to be on my way. What a thrill!

And what a thigh burn [ouch]. There's more muscles in motion than chasing a five year old girl riding these things. Since I only have three speeds to rely on, anything more inclined than a speed bump takes some work. But the bike functioned well, my body spunked along spitting blood [and Catholic Mexican curses] as I wound around the Central District, Leschi, Seward Park.

Viva two wheels!

frank

Cold August

Thank God [literally] for the warmth from my gals. Its been a damn cold late summer in Seattle, have to be creative to make it all fun.

But the real story is how much this has been a kids summer. Almost every weekend has been packed with kids activities - and we have one child! - leaving the following Monday to recover. Suppose we knew this kind of life was coming, and here it is. If you think I'm complaining, re-read the fine print cuz I am having a blast.

Meet us at the pool if you want to join the fun.

Con paz,
frank

North of Boeing Field

Is a community that almost defies discovery. But it's a great place to escape the serenity of our city parks. No grass or water here; instead the hard edge of industry to relax the mind.

Con paz,
frank

Plums from Wapato

More bounty from the Columbia City market.

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frank

CC market and hot

Seems like an abundance of good produce today.

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frank

Five lanes, and back

Today Memphis swam five lanes and back. She's learning to come up for air, keep swimming forward until she reaches the destination.

Having decent goggles is making a big difference, allowing her to see where she's going under water.

Con paz,
frank

Birthday Cake

Although you can't eat this cake, it was created with love. And the colors seem to represent summer quite well.

Con paz,
frank

Love in July

We're currently swimming at Lakeridge Swim Club, taking in a lazy Saturday afternoon. I mowed the back yard this morning, to ease any guilt about not doing any chores today. The work of our generation never ends, because many are suffering and can't swim away from their demons. We take our rest with some humility, knowing its part of the preparation for the great work ahead of us.

Later today we hope to enjoy outdoor theater at Volunteer Park, something to do with a reluctant dragon. Keep the fire my friends.

Con paz,
frank

Storm the castle

Not me, not today. I can be free without violence; seek peace without armed revolution. Today we liberate from the indoors; celebrating liberty at Golden Gardens beach.

Con paz,
frank

More Aquarium

The upstairs features a simple but nice cafe, and the operational of the big tank.

All staff were on best behavior today. Con paz.

frank

Facing west, new Aquarium

They reopened the Seattle Aquarium today; adding a beautiful lobby with a massive fish tank.

The rest is as before; special and a beautiful reminder of the nature we live within.

The otter exhibit is my favorite; reminds me of families playing in the water.

Con paz,
frank

More solstice: bump, bump

Every era represented.

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frank

Solstice parade: before the start

We ended up in the same place as last year, near the parade start. Once again the kids were given chalk to draw on the street. Should be a fun day, si?

Con paz,
frank

Facing North

End of the day in Snohomish, with family. Con paz.

frank

Hands in colors

Grand-daddy and M coloring cats at the 'Kitchen.

Notice who stays between the lines. Con paz.

frank

Flower Head

Get bees if enough of them gather. Buzz goes the love.

Con paz,
frank

Orcas sunset

On the edge of Columbia City, after a belly full of brisket. Thanks for the bounty of our dear guests, from Georgia.

frank