One more week until vacation

After yet another long week of traveling with two very great presenters, I found myself somewhat energized to get back to Seattle and do something productive (if not only to catch up on a little sleep). I actually spent most of the flight between Chicago and Seattle reading and doing things on my computer, which is unusual since, by the time the doors of the plane close, I'm usually fast asleep.

I came home to both of my roommates being away for the weekend and my final W2 form waiting for me on the living room table. Woke up today after the first decent night's rest in at least a week to the chipper sounds of birds chirping in the trees outside and the rays of the morning sun reflecting off the house next door. What a beautiful city this is, especially when the some comes out!

After deciding against heading up to Ballard to do some rock climbing (that can wait for vacation in a week), I got out of the house to go get a haircut. I've walked past this local barbershop so many times since moving out here in October, but today was the first time I stopped in to Westside Barbershop for an appointment. After scheduling a haircut, I headed to the one local comic book shop, Arcane Comics. Dan would be so proud of me because I finally spent money on some comics and even went so far as to get a subscription service started (don't worry, I'm just looking at two specific titles right now).



A quick walk to the Seattle Public Library, West Seattle Branch, to drop off some materials, down to the Admiral Viewpoint to enjoy the blue-skied view of downtown Seattle, over to a few other stores for various things, and then back to the barbershop to trim up my attempt at the 'Pete Campbell.'

Attracted by their Super Bowl specials, I headed over to Swinery Meats, "Seattle's first and only sustainable butcher and meat shop," and bought some lamb & beef meatballs with a delicious romesco sauce. Meatballs, spaghetti, steamed veggies, and a nice tall Franziskaner beer were dinner before another night spent packing up my weekly food, clothing, and entertainment.

This time, I've only got a four day week with a change in presenters mid-week before the staff meeting on Friday preceding a week-long break. Valentine's Day is coming up quick, everyone, don't forget to start making your plans (if that's your thing).