Birthday Time

"Cake" Cedar Park, 2017
Photo info: FUJIFILM X100T, 23mm, f/3.6, 1/10 sec, ISO3200
“Cake” Cedar Park, 2017

こんばんは。

This evening my 13-year-old had some friends over for his birthday party. It was a pretty easy (and inexpensive) party, as these things go. He just wanted to go out to dinner, and then have a sleepover. And for dinner, he requested Chipotle! We suggested other restaurants, but he loves Chipotle, and I think his friends enjoyed it as well. Then back at our house, we had an ice cream cake, and tomorrow I’ll be buying them donuts of their choosing.

The kids are having a great time just hanging out. And another great thing about this year’s party is that it only cost about $85!

"What is This?" Cedar Park, 2017
Photo info: FUJIFILM X100T, 23mm, f/2.8, 1/100 sec, ISO640
“What is This?” Cedar Park, 2017

I hope you had a nice Friday!

Around the house

"Screw This" Cedar Park, 2017
Photo info: FUJIFILM X100T, 23mm, f/4, 1/17 sec, ISO3200
“Screw This” Cedar Park, 2017

こんばんは。How’s it going?

Today’s photos are of some antique items around our house. The first is an old meat grinder, and below are some old shipping boxes.

My wife likes to go “antiquing” a couple times a year, and the decor in our home reflects what you could describe as “country chic”. I guess it’s ok. I prefer modern and minimalistic, but I’m not going to put up a fight! 😃 The antique style does have its own charm, after all.

I guess I do like old Japanese style, so after we move to Japan in the future, I’d love to decorate in that way. And Mariko likes that style too, so our house will be more aligned to both of us. 😄

Anyways, here are a couple more detailed photos of items in our house.

"Shefford Pimento" Cedar Park, 2017
Photo info: FUJIFILM X100T, 23mm, f/4, 1/55 sec, ISO3200
“Shefford Pimento” Cedar Park, 2017
"Maine Blueberries" Cedar Park, 2017
Photo info: FUJIFILM X100T, 23mm, f/4, 1/17 sec, ISO3200
“Maine Blueberries” Cedar Park, 2017

I hope you had a nice Wednesday!

またね~

Shrimp and Sleepy Cat

"Shrimp and Sleepy Cat" Cedar Park, 2017
Photo info: FUJIFILM X100T, 23mm, f/4, 1/100 sec, ISO1250
“Shrimp and Sleepy Cat” Cedar Park, 2017

こんばんは。How’s it going? Here in Austin, we’ve been having some heavy storms. It’s good for our yard, but there is the possibility of flooding in other parts of the area. Everyone be safe!

Today’s photo is of a yummy, garlicky shrimp dish that we enjoyed for dinner. As you can see, we disturbed our napping kitty in order to take the photo. But food photos with pets are really the best anyways. 🐱🍤

I hope you had a nice Tuesday.

おやすみ