August Random

Happy Friday friends!

August isn't my favorite month. Everything is so dry, it's too hot and Target has the back to school supplies in my face. Even though it's not my favorite, I have had some good stuff going on here.

One evening I offered to drive Hubby and friends to dinner in a cooler location. I didn't tell them where we were going and I was impressed that they trusted my judgment.

I drove them to the Lummi Island ferry where we made it just in time to walk on and walk off.  That's how it feels because it is a short trip.  A cool and beautiful trip.

We sat on the front porch of the Beach Store Cafe and we actually got chilly sitting in the shade.

Later that week we drove to Winthrop for lunch.  Yes, it's a long way to go for lunch but it is a beautiful drive and we enjoyed our day trip very much.

This week I have stuck around home because we had seven large trees taken down.  Ice storms and wind storms were becoming stressful.  We called in an expert and he agreed with our choices. There was only one tree of the seven that we are mourning but we do have a lot of trees.  It is Phase I of a much larger project.  Hubby and I are DIYers and we knew we needed the pros for this job. They were fantastic!

I also stayed home this week because a wasp flew up my pajama pants on Monday evening and stung me. I do have bad reactions and though I wanted to ignore it that wasn't possible. Stinging, itching, tightness, swelling and pain on the back of my calf.  And my eyes get puffy.  I'm pretty much shot when I get stung as the Benedryl knocks me out.  I'm better today but I do have a 3 inch bruise on the back of my leg. #ihatewasps  

Since the back to school supplies are at Target I am in a panic about not tackling enough projects this summer.  I cleaned out the linen closet, donated two garbage bags full of  linens to the thrift store and now I'm pretty much over it. 

I am still floating in my pool for one. It's pretty great, actually.

You will all be relieved that I got my sample of my old book to scrapbook finished. Yes, after making one I am prepared to show twenty other campers the how to's of this little project. Hahaha

Next up a two week vacation. I guess August isn't sooo bad.

Kat's Bridal Shower

 Yesterday my sister, Kathi and I hosted a bridal shower for our nephew, Levi's fiancee, Kat. I've always wanted to set up one long table and have a party in the pasture. So that is what we did.

Entertaining takes a village.

This shower is brought to you by Kathi and I and my daughter-in-law, Kassie and the gardens at Shelly's farm.  All flowers are from Shelly's gardens! Thank you Shell!

Hubby helped with set up and tear down. 

 I made the balloon installation.  I saw it on Pinterest and thought, "how hard can it be? I can do that."

When fools rush in...and Amazon helps.  Anyway, I won't be quitting my sub job to create balloon art but it did turn out okay and Kassie and I got in the tree.

 We used our tiki bar for the mimosas and champagne cocktails.

 A million thanks to Kassie for pouring and refilling and yeah, helping me set up.

I love her!

 The bride and her sister, Brooke. Twinning much?

 Kat with her future sisters-in-law Hana and Serena and Serena and Alex's Baby, Aurora.

 Kat and my sister, Jodi.  Kat is getting a wonderful mother-in-law and Jodi is getting a wonderful daughter-in-law. It's a win win.

 The mimosas made everything so pretty!

 Everyone enjoyed the brunch. Kathi and I tried new recipes.

 I love my sissies!

 I can't wait for the wedding! Not because Levi and Kat are getting hitched but because Brooke gets to make a speech with a microphone. Aren't sisters the best?

A Wedding, It's Hot, Many Projects and Random

Last week I saw two faded red, now pinkish, motel chairs on FB buy and sell.  I knew the seller and I told Cindy I'd take them. They aren't super portable but they are cute and Hubby and I kind of like them sitting next to Annie in the driveway.

It's hot and I am getting things done in the morning so I can float for an hour or two in the afternoon. I'd invite you over to my pool but it's a party of one due to space constraints.

Last weekend we had Jake and Kayla's wedding. Kayla is Kassie's sister. It was such a fun wedding.

Baby Jacob came home with us and spent the night. He is the sweetest baby ever.

Even at 2 a.m. 

I love seeing Max and Kassie so happy and having fun.  I brought Huaka'i Annie to the wedding for them to stay the night.  And y'all know I don't share Annie.

 Speaking of Annie, Hubby installed a faucet and plumbing yesterday.  I now have running water.
I'm giddy!
He also reinstalled the jacks.  Hubby did some research (in trailer parks) and put them at a different angle. Super steady now and easy to level.
He's giddy!

Everything had to come out of the kitchen lower cabinets so I plan to really minimize and organize as I put everything away.

Last night Hubby helped me with drilling through old books and then add eyelets to the holes.  I offered to teach a scrapbook workshop at the Nile Valley Rally.  What was I thinking? I'm an introvert.  Also, until last night I hadn't ever actually done this little old book to scrap book project. Hah!  

Hubby made us a new cocktail last night, it's called a White Lady and includes an egg white for the froth. It's delish!  After giving me a lesson in drilling Hubby deserved that cocktail. Not to brag but I've beat him playing cards two nights in a row. That never happens. On hot summer nights we are on the patio.

  Today is devoted to making a completed scrapbook sample. This class is brought to you by someone whose baby doesn't have a baby book. Don't worry Denise and Rita, I got this!

Yesterday I spent hours at Costco, returning an item, having an eye exam, picking up photos, getting groceries and shopping for my back to school wardrobe.  I found a vest and a raincoat.  Hello, my name is Tami and I have a raincoat addiction. My new one is a blackberry color. Don't judge me, this is a new color for my collection. Some day I'll share my raincoat collection on the blog. 

What's for dinner? 

I got to visit with Leslie and Marjean on Sunday afternoon and we always ask each other, what's for dinner?  I've been making salads and more salads for dinner. Last night we had a roasted Costco chicken with salad, we've had taco salad, and an Asian salad with teriyaki chicken.

Please share any good hot weather meals you've had this week. 

Keep cool my friends! Note, when I promise random, I deliver.

2018 4th of July

 Hubby and I took Huakai' Annie to George, Wa to celebrate the 4th of July.  We love the small town celebration.  We camped at Max and Kassie's place with her family and Sam and his friend.

 On the 4th there is a pancake breakfast, the Cherry Bomb run, the huge cherry pie, food trucks, music, games for the kids and contests such as cherry pit spitting and pie eating and a parade.

The old pie pan was retired, then cut out and hung on the community hall wall,

 The runners!

Kassie got first in her division!

 After a breakfast burrito and horchata,  we watched the parade. We were a big group!

 We hung out at the house, playing corn hole, visiting and coloring.

Max and Kassie had steaks for everyone and I tried a new recipe for Caesar wedge salads.

 Kassie's niece, Ella was a little shy with Sam until he got out the fireworks.

We went to Hubby's Mom's house to watch the big show.

 The next day Ron and Idalia took their ski boat to Moses Lake and invited us to join them and their friends. Many of you know I am a tad tentative about boating.  A lake feels safer than the bay to me.  I could see the shore.  I forgot my meclizine but felt good.  It's fun!

 Then Hubby spotted smoke.

 That's us on the boat with the little flag.  Yikes! Exactly what I have been saying for years, boating is fraught with danger.  We had just met this boat.  Apparently, they stalled under I-90 and tried to re start when the engine caught fire.  People were yelling from the shore to jump and some jet skis went out to help.  There were no injuries that we know of as they did jump and get to shore. 

It all happened so fast, within minutes the boat was a ball of flames.

I felt safe with Capt. Ron but stuff happens and this proved my point!

Anywoo, we went on and had a great time on the water.

 The relaxation station was fun and kept us cool.

It was great to see Kassie having fun boating with her family.

That night Hubby's family came for grilled burgers and we had a nice visit with them.

On Friday we went to Cave B Estate Winery to have a tasting and lunch.  Kassie works there and showed us around. It is beautiful at Cave B.

 Max got finished baling and was able to join us for lunch.  It's a busy time for him on the farm.

Hubby and I left for home after lunch as he had to work this weekend.

It was fun to have Ella, she loves her Auntie Kiki!  And I loved having someone to read a bedtime story to at night. Her parents came on Friday evening.

 Thank you Max and Kassie and Ron and Idalia!

 We had a wonderful time and can't wait for next year.