Mid-July

From looking at my July-so-far photos I see mostly outdoor time and food. Plus a few friend meet-ups and some theater. Good so far.

Chris and I roamed around Huntington Beach last Saturday. It was a cool, overcast morning. We walked out on the pier, down Main Street and through all the PCH hotels and shops. We got coffee and then lunch and loved the cool ocean breeze.

Another Saturday this month we explored the new West Coyote Trail in Fullerton.

We parked near the Equestrian Center. An rodeo competition was just getting underway.

Two notable meals out were at Blue Jam in Santa Monica with the Cutters and car dining at our fav, In ‘n Out. And is our usual habit, we picked up fish tacos from Baja Fresh on Taco Wednesday.

Food at home included fried rice (inspiration curtesy of L) and mini pizzas. I made banana bread and a cherry clafoutis, neither attractive enough to be photo’d, but both yummy.

The below were the last requiring hand washing. Our new dishwasher was installed by Chris (a more challenging job than usual as the countertop had to be modified) the next day. It’s a beauty, and quiet.

L and I spent a warm Thursday morning exploring the South Coast Botanic Garden. We will go back on a cooler day.

We went to lunch after at a little place in Torrance and L gifted me with these beautiful dessert plates. I love them, and am feeling the need to expand my tableware to include more green.