Friday, May 31, 2013

June Weekend

image via Jen Causey

May, I love you, but it's time for you to go. Hasn't it felt long? I'm ready for June, for decisions to be made, for nice weather, and for more Pacific NW adventures to be had.

Speaking of, I'd like to do some exploring in the Gorge this weekend and get some beers here. I'm also hoping to start my new book for my virtual book club (more on that later), take a yoga class, and ride bikes around town. Rumor has it, the sun will be out for the next couple of days. 

Friday Film



Clearly, I'm on some kind of a skateboarding kick. Just observing and appreciating, never participating!

Thursday, May 30, 2013

Underground Library





This site makes me really hopeful. People do still read! It reminds me of my dad, who takes a book with him wherever he goes. You just never know when you'll have time to kill.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

California Love

There's nothing like a wedding to make you feel all gushy! We celebrated Josh and Mike in typical LA fashion. It was an amazing experience and I'm so glad I was able to witness these two exchange vows in front of their friends and family. Their honesty and love for each other was undeniable. Congrats boys, couldn't be happier for y'all!


The weekend really was perfect. I had a perma-grin from the day I landed until when I left. It's amazing what good company can do for the soul! My Jackson friends are the best of the best and I'm reminded of how blessed I am to have had those years in Wyoming with them.


Dogtown and Z-Boys




(c) C.R. Stecyk III and Glen Friedman

I finally got around to watching Dogtown and Z-Boys. Now I have an even greater appreciation for what skateboarders can do. I'd go as far as calling their moves an art form. Check this documentary out if you can. The soundtrack is equally as impressive.

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Harm Less



images by Sonia Rentsch via lebluegrass

SoCal

image via Kate Miss

I'm heading to Los Angeles for the long holiday weekend! There is a wedding to celebrate and old friends to visit. I've never been to Southern California and look forward to exploring both Venice and West Hollywood! I have a feeling this will be a memorable few days.

Monday, May 20, 2013

The Art of Making Bread


Cinnamon Raisin Loaf, adapted from The Bread Bible

Bread making has become Brett's new hobby. It requires attention to detail and lots of patience, the latter of which I do not have. This particular recipe took two whole days. The loaf will easily be eaten in one.

Sunday, May 19, 2013

A New Look


Thanks to my in-house graphic designer for the new banner! I'm always thinking of ways to improve this space. It's hard not to compare yourself to other sites and blogs out there. I'm guilty of letting it get the best of me sometimes. I have dreams to make Meet Me In the Morning big. But how?

Saturday, May 18, 2013

Sri K. Pattabhi Jois


Yoga is 99% practice, 1% theory.
-Sri J. Pattabhi Jois, July 26, 1915 - May 18, 2009

Flank Steak Taco

It's not quite summer, but this dish will definitely get you in the spirit! As if you weren't already there. The recipe comes from Keith Snow's Harvest Eating Cookbook, a personal favorite from our collection.


Ingredients:
1 large flank steak
juice of 2 limes
2 T garlic pepper
1/4 c olive oil
2 ears of corn, roasted
1/4 c chopped onion
1/2 c chopped zucchini
2 garlic cloves, diced
1 t diced jalapeno pepper
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 c chopped fresh tomato
2 medium poblano peppers, roasted, peeled, de-seeded, and chopped
6 corn tortillas
sour cream (we used Greek yogurt)


1. Put the flank steak in a large bowl. Add the lime juice, garlic pepper, and olive oil. Flip the steak to coat both sides in the marinade.
2. Cover the bowl and allow to marinate for at least 1 hour
3. Prepare the grill and let it cook for 8-10 minutes on each side until medium-rare.
4. While the steak rests, make the corn relish. Cut the corn off of the roasted cobs with a knife.
5. Heat another 1/4 c of olive oil in a skillet. When the oil is hot, add the onion, zucchini, garlic, and jalapeno pepper. Season with salt and pepper. Stir and cook for a few minutes.
6. Add the fresh tomato and stir. Finally add the corn. Re-season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
7. Remove corn relish from the heat and place in a bowl. Stir in the chopped poblano peppers.
8. After the steak has rested, slice it into thin slices against the grain. Then cut it into bite-sized chunks.
9. Fill the corn tortillas with some steak, corn relish, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.


Friday, May 17, 2013

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Cooked


I saw Michael Pollan speak on Tuesday which was a dream come true! I found myself nodding and clapping practically every time he opened his mouth. His ideas and opinions on food are simple and seemingly obvious. I wish the transformation were only that easy! I'll leave you with a quote from his latest book, Cooked, which we all received signed copies of. Still geeking out!

Well, in a world where so few of us are obliged to cook at all anymore, to choose to do so is to lodge a protest against specialization—against the total rationalization of life. Against the infiltration of commercial interests into every last cranny of our lives. To cook for the pleasure of it, to devote a portion of our leisure to it, is to declare our independence from the corporations seeking to organize our every waking moment into yet another occasion for consumption. (Come to think of it, our nonwaking moments as well: Ambien, anyone?) It is to reject the debilitating notion that, at least while we’re at home, production is work best done by someone else, and the only legitimate form of leisure is consumption. This dependence marketers call freedom.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

New Music Tuesdays



What is it about Swedish musicians? This song is eerily perfect.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Links For Your Week

Pike's Place, Seattle, Washington 2011

+ two favorites: Wendell Berry and Michael Pollan 

+ bye bye Google Reader, hello The Old Reader!

+ take 9 minutes and watch this

+ The Me Generation

+ this post makes me want to live in the boonies (in a place like this)

+ Patty Griffin, my love

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Happy Mother's Day!


Happy Mother's Day to all you mommas out there! I'm especially grateful for my mom and her active presence in my life. Looking forward to spending this holiday with you in years to come.

Friday, May 10, 2013

The Goodwin Project



I just came across this video and website. Talk about adventure in the making!

Mike Brodie



Friday Film



This video has me stoked for my LA trip later this month!

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Stamps

I took her advice and ordered these stamps. Leave a comment below and I'll send you a handwritten letter! Deal?

Oregonhome





Wendes sent me this gorgeous site curated by a fellow Portland gal. These photos were just what I needed on this gray Wednesday morning.

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

New Music Tuesdays



I have always wanted to see Beck live. Hope he tacks on a few more dates!

Met Gala





Last night's Met Gala was punk themed. I so enjoyed clicking through all the gorgeous photos from the event! 

Monday, May 6, 2013

So Make Yours A Good One!

Saddle Mountain




I've had this hike on my to-do list for awhile now. Saturday was as perfect a day as ever to get that done. It was downright hot but so clear and sunny. I didn't want to lug my big 'ole camera to the tippy top, so these iPhone pictures will have to do! Sadly, I wasn't able to capture the views of Rainier, Hood, Mt. Adams, and Mt. St. Helens. They were far off (but visible!) in the distance.

Saturday, May 4, 2013

The Essentials


Off to hike Saddle Mountain. I do believe I have all I need.

Friday, May 3, 2013

More Nikon Practice







My obsession with Brett's camera continues! DCL and I spent yesterday afternoon strolling, stopping, focusing, and snapping photos. Anyone's yard (and chicken coop) was fair game.