It’s been a mellow month. Except for our short camping trip to Morro Bay we have been home, just doing the days. Our yard has a lot of color.
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I worked on my cross stitch.
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I made a cake for Chris to take to James Hardware for a birthday celebration.
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I met up with UCLA friends downtown at Pine and Crane. We enjoyed Taiwanese food and lots of good conversation.
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Chris and I spent a Saturday morning downtown. We wandered through the Flower District and had breakfast at the Grand Central Market.
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After a few years of poor tomato crops, for unknown reasons, things are looking better this year.
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I loved this National Park puzzle.
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We have been taking advantage of the cool, overcast June days and getting as much outdoor time as possible.
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My wildflower collection is growing.
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Chris made delicious egg sandwiches for dinner…
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…and I made salmon and roasted potatoes and tomatoes and sautéed spinach with raisins another night.
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Our backyard continues to be pretty. I took these pics just before sunset.
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And one more of the front yard.
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