U-District Farmer’s Market
Yesterday I went with Kevin to the U-District Farmer’s Market. It was actually my first time going, despite living only walking distance from it for roughly 7 years. Below are some photos (as I moblog this from the ferry):
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introPLAY Picnic at Discovery Park
Today we had a picnic at Discovery Park to celebrate the end of our introLEAGUE. The weather didn’t look so hot this morning with its completely overcast skies and temperature in the low 50’s. However, by popular demand we went out anyway, in true Northwest spirit.
Once there, not only was the picnic fooding really good, but we also took a trail that led us down to the water. Also, since none of us had Frisbees or the like to play with, it forced us to get creative with the games. Like really creative. (See photo above.) That, and the sun came out at the end! Overall, it was a wonderful way to spend the Memorial Day afternoon.
The Griddle
Last weekend when I was in California with family, my cousin Jenny took us to the famous Griddle Cafe in LA. We didn’t see any famous people on this visit; but in truth, the pancakes are the real stars at this joint.
Upon arrival, just reading the menu had me practically hopping in my seat with excitement. The one I picked out was a coconut pancake with rolled oats, butterscotch chips, and pecans…
It was huge! I’ve never seen a pancake stack like this before, let alone filled with gourmet goodness. It was on.
“We can do this.”
…
Must keep eating…pancake…
Here’s John and I after being devastated by our unfinished, insanely delicious pancake stacks:
FAIL.
I don’t think I’ve ever been so dominated by a food before. Not only was I unable to finish half my stack, but I was upset I couldn’t fit any more pankeke goodness in me, my head was spinning, and it hurt to walk afterward.
In any case, a wonderful experience. I definitely plan to go again next time I’m in town (with Nikki!). Though next time I’ll probably agree to split a pancake with Jenny this time, as she had originally suggested.
Discovery Park
Lately, now that wedding season is over, Ryan and I have been spending more time outdoors, namely in parks and trails geocaching. Today we checked out Discovery Park and I must say it is one of the nicest parks we’ve been to in the Seattle area.
It’s huge, which despite the many visitors makes the place feel spacious and very peaceful. The trails were nice and wide and most notably, the look-out points along the way were absolutely gorgeous. We even got to pick blackberries!
D’oh! Ryan–your thumb!
Anyway time to eat an apple tart.
Geocaching Sunday
Today I went geocaching with Ryan and Kevin around Ravenna Park and the Arboretum. We found a record 9 caches in the three hours we were out and about. Glad it finally feels like Spring (minus the allergies).
April in Seattle
For the first time since November, I don’t have a trip lined up. Traveling has a been a lot of fun but it’s also good to be home to and see friends, enjoy life in Seattle, and get back into the swing of things. That and it’s nice having my suitcase off the floor and relocated to my closet for a bit.
Weekend Summary
On Friday, Ryan and I went out with Trevor and Ly to Joey’s on Lake Union for the first time. The ambiance was really great and the trendiness (think square plates and hip Vegas-esque bar) took me by surprise (was thinking more kangaroos). The food was pretty good too, including a truly stellar chocolate lava soufflé. Overall am looking forward to going back.
Saturday we went geocaching with David and Teresa in Magnuson Park and thankfully it stopped raining long enough for us to go. Am definitely looking forward to more time outdoors this spring and summer.
Today I made a rare trip to the east side; had dim sum with Jules’ family and visited Stephen’s place for the first time. When not out and about, this weekend I watched a lot of West Wing with Ryan (we’re on season 6 now) and daydreamed of owning a Roomba iRobot. One day…
