and the geek shall inherit the earth

It is literallly “our” year, in my mind and to go to the Maker's Faire was just tippy top. Maker's Faire is Geek Heaven...or Burning Man "in bayside" and way less dusty. Thanks to Brenda introducing me to Craft magazine a few years ago. Then I learned they had another "brother" magazine called "Make." Craft has girlie projects and Make has more manly projects but both are all about “hand made” projects. From knitting projects to mod'ing computers-custom art clay jewelery to remote controlled cars with a video camera...fun stuff for Rich and I.

So, when we dialed in on the Maker's Faire, a weekend event where all these inventors', artists and crazy dreamers were going to “represent” we were in. And even better was that we shared the event with Brenda, on her Birthday no less. Rich was drawn to the Purchas-able items...LED project and some kind of cell phone recharger that you build in a small Altoid tin...see what I mean, total heaven for Rich. And Bren and I were mesmerized by knitting and felting projects. Then there was reallly cool resin jewelry, stuffed bunnies, paper robot monsters and yes yarn. Then there was the Mentos and Diet Coke guys, yes from the video...hysterical...100 bottles no less. And I was introduce to Steam Punk...crazy retro Victorian with kinda a vampire/goth twist-triporific...all in all great day but next year I'll wear more comfortable shoes to explore the fairgrounds in. Oh did I mention the life sized Mousetrap...you know from the kids game...that was cool, the giant cupcakes vehicles with tricycles in them oh I could go on, but all I want is to know...who's in for next year????

plus ROBBIE THE ROBOT

the best part of the weekend was...

talking with my nephew, Kurtis, on line from Iraq. Its easy to think about the joy of a three day weekend but I have new found respect and reverence to those serving far and near.

As for what filled up our weekend, a little speedway motorcycle sidecar racing in Auburn, hubbabubba fan club, Dad's meal, exploring downtown, little Indy watching, Lodi wine tasting (Jessie Grove and Wine and Roses), Tortie the turtle, Habenero's and a little sun in the backyard. Everything enjoyed but chores had to be done...so today we got things in order and we're ready now...to enjoy fruit salad, ranch beans, bbq'd chicky and ribs...Happy Memorial day and Summer come on in!!!!!!!!

Almost got a tattoo

Summer is here

we worked in the yard and it is beauutiful...including a new fountain, sun sail and planted veggies.

I started the weekend early with a day off from work, friday was completely endulgent ...yoga retreat (Jewels you missed the myofascal release class-unbelievibly awesome) and then a feng shui consultation. Our friend Anna is the Feng Shui goddess and she spent alot of time going through the house. She offered a number of suggestions...which is alot of what Rich and I worked on this Saturday and Sunday. Anna you'll be happy with our progress but still loads more to do. I respect your expertise-WOW!

The today, Sunday was more food focused, farmers market, Food Network inspired recipes and a few tummy inspired motivations...Tonight's dinner (cuz appartently we talk alot about food...so don't want to disappoint) Polla Asada chicky burritos with cilantro/jalepeno rice and raddichio pasta salad...Urp...now back to Survior FInalle (I'm just glad Coach is off (TOOL) Now the painful week to get to the long weekend.

Perfect weekend

The fun and games started Thursday with a very unusual adventure of going to opening day/night Trek. We started at the Mall, signed up for the Race for the Cure that Saturday, sushi (of course) and 7:30 first "digital" airing of Star Trek. Rich was in heaven, and I happily tagged along...now I'm a Trek fan too, but after the heels of falling asleep in Wolverine last weekend and giving the late night without a nap...I went into it alittle nervous. Although I allowed my body the opportunity to sleep around 11 times...I didn't sleep a wink. It was great, adventurous ride...even though the "red goo" is highly illogical. The casting was "spot on" and made the experience even better-I highly recommend it. Then Saturday am, 6:00am to be exact, we roused our lazy butts up and outta the house for the Race for the Cure. We do love this run, as it is highly inspirational. Its an active meditation of gratitude...for all those fighting cancers, surviving cancer and those who were lost to cancer-my heart knows its purpose and I joyfully run through the pain...cuz my running is as graceful as Fred Flintstone. Then from the RFTC...we went to Home Depot for plants and pots (and a Mom's day giftie). Then we spent the rest of the day doing house cleaning, food prep and backyard improvements. Theres something to be said about all our accomplishments, all within a day...left us exhausted, calling for pizza and turning the lights out...at 9:01, cuz we couldn't justify going to bed before 9pm.

Then this morning we headed to Mom's but she was off looking at houses....cooooolio, more, I'm sure, to follow, so we kept going to Davis and the Whole Earth Festival. Yes, our annual Hippie pilgrimage...we learned about green living through Hemp, why you shouldn't shave your pits, acid dancing and lentil recipes...alright, I did buy some cool pottery...and check out this ladys creature...happy Moms day to all the Moms!!!

pretty quiet weekend

So excited, learned another reason to love knitting. Edda showed me how to felt Friday night. Plus we saw Wolverine-preatty good Saturday, the theater was packed. Then Sunday cooking...major spaghetti with meat sauce-urp! And stuffed mushrooms...hello, yum. Well back to work, stress, swine flu and oh I mean, employment. :P
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pa. Edda how long do I let this thing dry????