daily slice-of-life photo blog of a Gen-X dad
Today I went on a little hike around town, and even up into the hills. I came across a mysterious sculpture in a clearing, and it felt like something straight out of a video game. So cool! We’ve been having some really nice clouds in the sky lately, so I spent a good chunk of the walk just taking photos. A fun afternoon all around. ☁️📷
Today I had a solo lunch at 脂楽亭, a nearby katsu restaurant. I went with the katsu curry, and I was not disappointed. The katsu was thick, tender, and juicy, with panko breading that was crispy and delicious. The curry was really tasty too, and I left feeling very satisfied with the meal.
The chef and server were both friendly and efficient, which made the whole experience even better. The restaurant has a long counter, regular tables, and a tatami mat area, so it works well whether you’re dining solo or bringing the family. 🍛
After lunch, I went for a short stroll in the neighborhood and enjoyed the summer breeze and beautiful clouds. So nice!
Here are some photos I took on today’s walk around the neighborhood.
I looked up at the sky tonight and saw something unexpected. SpaceX launched a rocket from Vandenberg, and it left behind this glowing cloud formation drifting across the sky. Pretty cool! 🚀
We’re heading back to Italy! 🇮🇹 Two years ago it was Puglia with a gastronomy tour led by our friend, and this time we’re off to Northern Italy with much of the same group. But first, Mariko and I are spending a few days in Venice before everyone meets up. We’re flying straight in, so that works out perfectly.
It’s a long haul flight, so we’ve got movies, books, and vino to keep us company. Saluti! 🥂
Today we made our way back home to Texas. Our route took us through Chicago first, and we got to fly over Lake Michigan for a bit. The water was this gorgeous emerald color – I had to do a double take! Honestly, it could have passed for the Caribbean. Nobody tell the tourists. 😄🌊
We flew out to Dayton, Ohio today for the WGI Finals to watch Koa perform. This is his last season of competitive percussion — he’s aging out, so this one feels a little extra special. We make it to Finals every year to cheer him on, and this time is no different. I hope he soaks up every moment of these last few shows! 🥁🎉
