“Camping Stuffs” Cedar Park, 2019
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Wordless Wednesday
“Camping Stuffs” Cedar Park, 2019
“Camping Stuffs” Cedar Park, 2019
Yoshi’s Celebration
“Message Poster” Austin, 2019
こんばんは。How’s it going?
A couple days ago I posted some photos of our friends’ dad who completed a bicycle journey from Los Angeles to Austin. This evening we attended a surprise party for him, which included lots of special food that had a special meaning in that it related to the different things he ate on his trip. For instance, there was anpan, biscuits and gravy, Chinese take-out, karaage, donuts, etc. It was a cool potluck idea, and he loved it!
Before we ate, there were speeches and a slideshow/video with messages from friends. It made for an amazingly meaningful evening.
“Greetings” Austin, 2019
“Dinner” Austin, 2019
“Yoshi’s Cake” Austin, 2019
Cold Weather Food – Nabé (Hotpot)
“Nabé Dinner” Cedar Park, 2019
Austin got hit by an Arctic wind today, which started out at 70 ° F, but dropped to the 40s by the evening. But that means the nabé (hotpot) dinner is even yummier! Tonight’s nabé was a simple kombu broth with noodles, hakusai, tofu, and ground pork. The dipping sauce was a crisp ponzu with chili flakes and green onion. It was super! After we ate most of the nabé, the tradition is to put some leftover rice into the broth, cook a bit and then add beaten egg to make a yummy hot porridge. Topped with some nori, it’s the perfect way to finish the meal.
I have to mention that we also opened a bottle of this special saké, which complemented the hotpot nicely. 🍶
“Yummy Saké” Cedar Park, 2019
I usually dislike cold weather, but having hotpot on a chilly evening makes it worth it! 😌
I hope you had a nice day!
またね～
Epic Bicycle Journey
“Bike Traveler” Austin, 2019
こんばんは。How’s it going?
Today our friend’s dad completed an epic bicycle journey: Los Angeles to Austin! It took him a little over 40 days, but 72-year-old Yoshi rode up to family and friends welcoming him at the steps of the Texas State Capitol. It was a wonderful scene, and I was happy to be able to attend. He is a real inspiration!
I often forget that I also completed a long bicycle ride (when I was in junior high): San Francisco to Los Angeles. It was a YMCA trip and I think it took about 8 or 9 days, camping each night. I’d love to do another long bicycle ride sometime… I’ll keep it in the back of my mind. But for now, let’s celebrate Yoshi’s great accomplishment!
“Finish Line” Austin, 2019
“Final Stretch” Austin, 2019
“Hugs” Austin, 2019
Subaru Snapshots
“Crosstrek Train” Georgetown, 2019
Went to my Subaru dealer for a State Inspection today. Saw a bunch of cool Crosstreks, but of course mine was the coolest (in front!). 😆 The Subaru Outback plushie was pretty cool, though:
“Subaru Plushy” Georgetown, 2019
