Dim Sum, Unicorns And Gardening

Had a meet up with Mo and Evyl K (and Josie of course) for Dim Sum at the yummy Ocean City out on SE 82nd Street.  As it was a blizzard of dishes, no need to go into details here but, very tasty and we were packed to the gills.

And if you needed to grab a nap afterwards, the Unicorn Inn is right next door! 

Wonder if they have an hourly rate?

Yesterday was pretty nice.  Stopped into Dennis' 7 Dees after lunch to grab some plants for the front garden bed to accompany the roses.

First up, the Imperata Cylindrica (Red Baron).  Per Wikipedia, this plant has been used for thatching roofs in Papua New Guinea.

Next Up, the Brunerra Macrophylla (Lookinglass).  This plant has heart shaped leaves with a shine to 'em that will brighten up any garden.

Susan also chose a couple of Lavender plants for extra color.

Boom!  The Ligularia (The Rocket) comes at you with brute force.  This baby is perported to be a hummingbird favorite.

In order to keep The Rocket under supervision, we added Lugularia Dentata (Othello).  This fella has the nickname elephant ears based on size and the shape of the leaves.

Throw another Fern on the bed...

Can't wait to see how this fleshes out the rose garden.  Should be downright awesome.

Oh, and we picked up this man eater the other day as well for the indoor area...

Happy Summer To You Too!

I suppose this is relative to your location and weather patterns.  We are still suffering what global warming denialists would point to as global cooling here in our region.  Even though last year during a blazing hot summer, it was just nice weather, so enjoy it (we went to the coast to escape the wave.  Past links here, here and here).

Anyway, we are being inundated with pregnant ladies this year.  We had Evyl K last year pony up one human on St, Patrick's day.  Mo stepped up to bat last fall and plans to cross over home plate around July 23rd.

Josie's latest death metal rock photo op...

Remember Mo?

Here is a shot of Mo being her radiant self...

And now we recently learned that a yet to be named lady friend has been drafted into the preggers conspiracy. Must be the lucrative welfare checks lurking behind these motivations.

Congrats to all three!

Not to mention the NYC & DC crew (Lorrie, Kristin and Val).

Here are some photos from Heidi & her sister's birthday Saturday night (God forbid she might be next, or Thea?)...

Happy Happy Joy Joy...

And it seems Julian got her some TruckNutz for her birthday (sweet!)...

Fertility is in the air.

Hearts All Around

We headed out early on our walk with the Hugonot this morning.

The neighborhood loves Hugo...

Now it's time to turn on, tune in, drop out on the Magic Bus (note the license plate and click here for the video)...

Now that we are sufficiently, as they say, in the right frame of mind.  Check out the pretty flowers....

What a most awesome bird feather...

Pets Gone Bad

As any animal lover will tell you, there are No Bad Dogs.  Just freaked out owners...

As history can attest to, this can not be said of cats.  Here is factual evidence from the neighbor kitty...



I can also say that dogs just want to have fun. The title of this video of Hugo and Bo (Maria & Bill's dog) has attracted a surprising global following and now has 105 views (that is a major hit given my expectations).

Maybe too much fun in this case...



Now to finish this unsightly post off with something a little more pleasant...

Perfect Day

We have been in full prep mode for the festivities about to be brought upon us come 4pm.

Pork Loins (count em' 1,2) marinating in teriyaki and crushed garlic (rubbed them with garlic first), 1.5lbs fresh Black Cod marinating in miso & sake, Peanut Sauce Pasta with broccoli and an Asian Salad.

Not too mention what the others will rain down on the grill and additional sides.

Just to feed the eye, here is another Skyscape from the other day...

Hugo didn't even see this little fella checkin' us out...

And here is the latest addition, the Porcupine Tomato, to the foliage in the back yard...

Super cool!

Simply Awesome

I have been wanting to showcase some of the most awesome products that we see on late night cable for some time now.

I will begin with 2 of our current favorites.

If you know me, I could definitely use a little lift in the behind area....



If you had a brain in your head...  Especially considering you can bill it to Medicare!

Deadheads, Soccer and BBQ. Why The Hell Not!

Due to our record rainfall so far in June, the roses in this city of roses have not fared well.

According to the Sunnyside rain gauge, we have gotten 4.48" of rain not even mid way into the month.  The Portland proper record is 4.06".  So, I will claim a record for our hood!

Hence, it has come to this (event was actually last week in Ladd's Addition but, I decided it was worth a post after all)...

Here is a snapshot of Ladd's Addition that shows the central rose garden, well in the the center...

We are stuck on roots this year for some reason...

And a hearty hello to you too...

Can't wait for the amazing weekend.

FIFA Soccer tomorrow. Gooooo USA! Kick those frickin' limey's asses! Oh right, I am purportedly half Brit and half Mexican. Go Mexico (tied SA 1-1 earlier) and I suppose, by default,  I win either way if USA or Britain wins (that is really pretty lame).

Sunday bloody Sunday with a bold grill party planned around 4pm. Planning on marinating a pork loin in teriyaki after I spike it with crushed garlic, some fresh fish and an Asian salad.  I say Bring It!

Grill Baby Grill!

Oh boy. It's been at least six and a half years since we have been the proud owners of a BBQ grill. Living in Manhattan is not conducive to grilling unless you have an awesome penthouse with a more awesome terrace.

So, after much research and intertubes reading, we selected the Weber Genesis E-320. This baby can take on 35 1/2lb burgers in one round.

And of course, assembly was required...

At least there are only pictures...

Get to work...

Almost there...

What a beauty she is...

Plan is to wait out this lousy rainy weather and get grilling over the upcoming awesome weekend.

Vehicles Out and About

Thought I would throw out some vehicle shots from our walks around the neighborhood as of late.

The hippies were having a meet and greet event at the local Episcopalian Church and we saw this mobile treasure with Great Room over the cab...

This convertible Corvair is for sale and was spotted around SE 23rd and either SE Yamhill or SE Taylor.

Apparently, Ralph Nader was instrumental to death of the Corvair back in the Day when he published
Unsafe At Any Speed in 1965.

Next up, the Malibu with the all important Fuel Injection (This is the 1968-1972 body style)...

Here is a BMW R75/5 with what looks like a custom seat modification (DIY?)...

And last but, not least, the Lincoln Stretch Limo...

Memorial Day Wrap Up 2K10

We had a full calendar this past weekend with the Silverton crew coming up on Saturday and Evyl and Fam over for Memorial day itself.

The ladies showin' off their new sexy footwear. Jan and Maria made some great purchases from Imelda's...

Jan modeling the Tulip Festival apron...

Evyl K giving us the 80's retro look...

Hugo and Josie getting their holiday on in the back yard...

Heirloom tomato loves bagel...