Cabo Pics - begining of August

Palm Desert

This week has been a mandatory shut down week at work so Dave & I decided to make the most of it in Palm Desert. We relaxed, ate, lounged, swam, and generally enjoyed each other.

Dinner at Sullivan's to celebrate our 9 year anniversary:
The food was super good, but the portions were HUGE!

Before dinner at The Cliffs:
These flowers were all around the pool area. I thought that were gorgeous:

Trip to Seattle

Day 1 - Rest & Relaxation

Dave dropped me off at Josh and Laura's house straight from the airport so that he could go to his client's office to begin the install he had come to do. It was only 2pm so Josh and Laura were still at work. As I entered the house and began to walk around I instantly felt at home. The house is perfect; beautifully decorated, completely imaculate, and incredibly homie. As I sunk into the sofa in the family room, book in hand, I gazed out the large bay window to be greeted by robins and blue jay's in the back yard. Relaxation came immediately.

By 5:30pm Laura was home and another hour later Josh, Dan, & Dave had also arrived. We had a tasty home made Tortilla Soup dinner followed by a rousing game of Ticket to Ride. As I recall I think Josh won.

Day 2 - The Adventures of Laura & Kristin

With Josh & Dave off to work, Laura and I had the day all to ourselves. No time schedule and no 'have toos'. So we got ready at a leisurly pace and headed out to explore Seattle. The only things are the agenda were to take pictures and have fun. And we did both for sure!

First we went to Pike Place Market.

We strolled the market place talking to venders about their craft and genrally taking it all in. After walking thru nearly the entire market there was still one vender that stuck out in our minds so we decided to go back and make a purchase. We each got a handmade ring of wire and handmade glass beads. The lady made Laura's ring as we watched. There was an amazing vocalist street performer singing not far from there so we were in no hurry to leave as we watch in awe. Then we crossed the street to visit the very 1st Starbucks and Laura intoduced me to my new favorate drink; the Chai Tea Latte.By this time we were getting pretty hungry for lunch so we headed back to the car taking advantage of any photo opportunities along the way. We had lunch at Maggie's Bluff Cafe, which was quite yummy and a fun atmostphere. After lunch we toured Magnolia Hill and Queen Anne Hill. So many beautiful homes and amazing views.

We also toured Freemont and Golden Garden Beach before heading home to regroup.

We ended up going to the cute and quant downtown Edmonds for dinner. After dinner we caught the tail end of an art walk.

Then dessert (key lime pie & creme brule) on the water at . It was the perfect ending to a perfect day!!!

Day 3 - Urban Underground

Josh & Dave got to join in the fun this time. 1st we visited the troll under Aurora Bridge.

Then to down town Seattle for dinner at a Brazilian BBQ place for lunch. Then for a 6 block swift hike to Pioneer Square to catch the Seattle Undergroud Tour. It was so fun to learn about the begins of Seattle.

Then a quick drive thru the University of Washinton campus. And then back home to pack up and head to the airport.

It was such an awesome trip and so full of wonderful memories I couldn't possibly capture them all in a blog post, but above are just a few of the highlights.

Thank you Josh & Laura. We love you both so dearly and so treasure the time we got to spend with you.

Long Beach Date

Since we didn't get to go on annual vacation this year because of my rigorous horse show schedule Dave suprised me with an overnight date in Long Beach. After checking in to our hotel we walked down to Shoreline Village for cocktails and appitizers at Yard House. Then after going back to our hotel to change we headed to the Queen Mary for dinner at Sir Winston's. We arrived early so we got drinks at Observation Bar and watched the sunset. Then to dinner which was wonderful. It was a lovely evening.

Then this morning we walked back to the Shoreline Village and got coffee and funnel cakes for breakfast. Yummy!

Now we are home lounging and watching the Olympics!

Valendisney Day

For Valentine's Day, Dave and I spent an adventurous day at Disney's California Adventure Park. We had tons of fun!!!

Here are pics of some of the highlights:

Soar'n Over California was a fav for both of us!

On The Tower of Terror

Dave didn't have the stomach for The Malibommer, but I loved it!

As I exited the ride cast members told me I was a winner for the Year of a Million Dreams and gave me a Mickey hat .

Preparing to 'soar over California' for the 2nd time!

We had a great time in the animation studio practicing our acting skills! Check us out!!!

Dave & Kris as Belle & Beast

We also learned to draw GoofyOn our way home