Daily Words

This caught my eye when I pulled the car into the garage this evening. :)

Sweet Sunday

Since I rode with John on Saturday, I stayed home the next day to catch up on things at home. Before John went on a training ride with his team, he made us this Beet and Carrot Smoothie (many listed on the page are delicious).

Then I made this salad of Avocado with Bell Peppers and Tomatoes for lunch. It's really delicious and tastes like guacamole except with a crunch from the peppers.

It was too beautiful of a day to remain cooped indoors so I took a walk around our neighborhood to get some fresh air. On my way home the sun started to set and so I couldn't resist stopping to take some photos (you can see a larger image by clicking on the collage above). We live in the row of homes to the right of the golf course which was the route I took back home (you can see the fire damage along the path where I stood). The evening was very quiet as I walked past ponds full of geese that didn't seem to care about the chilly water or my presence.

Full moon over Reno. In front of the city skyline is the dark, burned area from the Caughlin Fire.

When evening came, John didn't feel like cooking so we went downtown to Pho 777 which has been rumored to have the best Vietnamese Noodles in town. The broth was pretty good and for a reasonable price (I didn't take a photo because all the noodle soups look the same, LOL). I would go back to the restaurant again, not for the decor, ambiance, or for the uber friendly staff (I'm joking) but for the deliciously comforting pho.  It was a nice way to cap off a nice Sunday.

Creative Cat

I used left over wall paper as a runner for this cabinet in the living room but I think Elgy finishes the look. It's a perfect perching spot for her to look out the window and chirp at birds.

Lights, Camera, Action

Elgy: Cat Book End in Training

When I came through the door this evening, John was hanging lights. Finally the strings of white bulbs are off the floor and on the wall. You'll have to forgive the mess. I left my bag and things all around when I got home.

Elgy: Princess on the Pillow

The lights provide just enough illumination for when we watch movies. It was a lot of work. Good work John -- I'm proud of you!!

Goals

“The best opportunities in life are the ones we create. Goal setting provides for you the opportunity to create an extraordinary life."

-Gary Blair