Marital bliss is a coming

We celebrated JW this weekend as she is soon to be JH : ) 

She's humble & kind in such a down to earth way. 

Looking forward to your big day!

Even little EHP was there to celebrate!

Love is IN THE AIR,

SJW

Lots of firsts.

Marriage.

Seattle.

DCC.

Duplex. 

Blogging : ) 

Over the past year I've documented my first full time job, first dog, first bike-commuting, first time skiing, first of many things...& more to come!

-SJW

These are the things I do

Finally saw The Great Gatsby. Made me want to read the book again.

My company had its summer picnic at the Seattle Aquarium. The otters are the best.

Mr. Fleece & I biked to a Mariner's game. They won!

Tomorrow we play corn hole at Golden Gardens with friends.

This weekend we get brunch up on the hill & I help shower a friend with marital bliss.

So much goodness.

-SJW

One Year Later

 Mr. Fleece & I celebrated our one year anniversary with a classic tradition. 

My mother  & father sent  the top of our wedding cake to us in the mail (complete with dry ice!). I added our original cake toppers on just for luck : ) 

It was still yummy!

Marriage has been challenging-I have realized how selfish, defensive, anxious, controlling & mopey I am. Thankful for a loving husband that offers me much grace and forgives quickly!

-SJW

W.E.R.L. family.rind.magic.pep

Here's my latest W.E.R.L (click here for a "definition)

Watch: I've been (semi-obsessively) watching NBC's Parenthood. I'm about five episodes in to season one & I'm sold. The Bravermans are slowly convincing me to have a bigger family of my own one day : ) 

Eat: It's summer, so naturally I'm downing bowl fulls of watermelon. Delicious. 

Read: Still on my way to finishing the Chronicles of Narnia series, about to start The Silver Chair. My 4th grade self would be so proud. 

Listen: Matt Kearney's lime green album, Young Love, keeps popping up on my Pandora. I'm a fan of "Chasing the Light" & "Hey Mama." 

 Do these count as hobbies? Maybe just pastimes? 

-SJW

 

Five Frisco Favs

Planning a trip to San Francisco? I'd recommend the following:

1. Some kind of boat tour
We sailed in the bay around Alcatraz & under the Golden Gate Bridge on a catamaran. It was both windy and lovely : )

Adventure Cat Sailing Charter

2. Musee Mecanique
This little gem in Fisherman's Wharf has playable antique arcade games. It's a great source of entertainment for some pocket change (a good way to offset vacation splurging). Mr. Fleece proved he has some mad Mrs. Pacman skills!

3. Alamo Square
Perhaps my Texas roots swayed my vote on this one, but you really can't beat laying out & people watching in a park that overlooks the city. Plus, it's the same one featured on the opener of Full House! Shout out to DJ, Stephanie, & Michelle : )

4. Smitten Ice Cream
Made right in front of you with dry ice, this treat is deliciously creamy. My visit was made even sweeter by running into a friend from Austin.

Check out their video. 

5. Walking on the Golden Gate Bridge
It's such a classic thing to do, but I agree with the rest of the tourists, it's incredible. Learning about the construction & design was very cool too. Plus, it's free & you can't pass up free : )

Did I convince you to go? 

-SJW

Vacation Part 2: The city

San Francisco is a colorful & dense city with unique architecture, diverse culture, ominous fog & amazing views. Here's 10 photos that summarize our touristy adventures:

1. Golden Gate Bridge

It's so iconic!

 2. Fisherman's Wharf

We enjoyed dinner at the famous Boudin Sourdough Bakery.

 3. Lombard Street. 

2,000+ Hydrangeas!!

 4. Coit Tower. 

Amazing 360 degree views. 

 5. Transamerica Pyramid. 

6. Ghiradelli Square.

So. much. chocolate.

7. Alcatraz.

We want to go next time we visit. 

8. Golden Gate Park

Dahlia garden...my favorite flower!

We met up with two different sets of friends for these last two:

9. Painted Ladies

So good to see you guys : ) 

10. Fireworks on the Bay for the 4th

Perfect way to end the trip. 

Stay tuned for my 5 San Fran Favs : )   

-SJW

Vacation Part 1: Camp de la camp.

Before reaching San Francisco, Mr. Fleece & I spent 4 days camping in some pretty amazing places. We witnessed serene sand dunes, crystal clear water & tremendously tall trees. The weather was beautiful & the company perfect : )

Here's where we stayed & what we enjoyed:

Jessie M. Honeyman State Park in Oregon: 1 night
Highlights:
-making a "hobo dinner"
-jumping off the sand dunes
-camping for the first time together

Crater Lake National Park in Oregon: 1 night
Highlights:
-seeing Crater Lake for the first time
-witnessing some wildlife (deer)
-hiking around Crater Lake

Humboldt Redwood State Park in California: 2 nights 
Highlights:
-Hiking through the redwoods
-Finding a swimming hole to enjoy
-Playing bocce ball at our campsite

We loved seeing & experiencing God's beauty in nature. He makes so many majestic things : )

Happy Camper,

-SJW

Read Part 2.