Johnny & Kelly's Wedding

We went to San Diego to attend one of Quoc's oldest friend- Johnny's wedding. It was in La Jolla and the weather was perfect. So much fun catching up with friends we haven't seen in a while. Everyone seems to be attached (finally!) or pregnant or more children. Time certainly flies by quickly; I feel so old hearing stories about kids we knew now in college and dating! We stayed at Quoc's brother's apartment, which gave us all a chance to catch up-- trying to convince them to move to Portland, as they would fit in and love it here. The weekend was full of good food, friends and family. We visited some old favorites as well as new ones to eat. I certainly had my share of yummy carbs, so I have to work hard this week to burn it off!

Here comes Kelly (the bride)
Sand ceremony
The kiss
Friends

And here's one of baby Florence.

Vashon Island

Over Labor Day weekend, we went to Vashon Island with the Sherwood Les and Sterretts for a bit of R & R. The house we rented was right on the water, and we had gorgeous view of the Sound from the big windows in the living room. My favorite part was the pool and ping pong table, where we had several Les vs. Les challenges- so much fun that we must have space for one in the next house. Outside the house grew several apples and plum trees as well as multitudes of blackberry bushes. We picked enough fruits for ice cream and homemade pies. On Saturday, my sister-in-law cajoled me into a 3 hour walk with her (she's training for the Portland marathon this weekend). Oh man, I was sore for the rest of the weekend. Here are some fun pictures of the kiddos.

Just cute as a button

Drew in the kayak, soaking wet from throwing rocks into the water.

Hey! stop taking so many pictures of me, co Chau! :)
Le brothers kayaking

I like this picture of Mr. Sterrett hard at work.

4 Day Work Week

Really? You want my opinion? My thoughts on processes, how I'd like things done? You want to pay me how much to work less than I've been working for the last 3 years? And 4 day work week? Is this real life? Lord, You are so good to me.

I have nothing to complain about lately... so refreshing! Current situation is just too sweet. I feel I can finally breathe, take it easy, do things my way. Clinic is slow but good and necessary for starters, and I feel like we're in transition again, but this time, it's a good one.

With a bit more free time now, I've been able to be more active, more frequently, as an effort to shed some poundage gained from the aforementioned gelato binge in Europe. It's working, slowly, with the combination of eating better, P90X, mountain biking, tennis and gym- good old fashion way.

This weekend, we're heading to Vashon Island in the Puget Sound near Seattle with the Sherwood Les and Sterrett. Will hope to have amazing weather and pictures to share!

Counting my blessing...