My article on Scalability Worst Practices was published yesterday. Thanks to Monika and Matt for their help.

Very early on Tuesday morning I quietly left the house and set up the tripod facing to the stars in hopes of viewing the Perseids.

Hours and hours of yard work have kept us close to home this weekend and last but I wanted to get in a short hike, no matter how short. At my reading group I was told about a beach access trail I hadn’t traveled so my daughter and I set out on Saturday morning to check it out.

A quick garden update. We have a large grove of hydrangea starting to flower but the small buds really catch my eye.

I’ve watched many a Chicago Air and Water Show and Friday enjoyed my first Seafair from a boat on Lake Washington.

Somewhat surprisingly the budding naturalists had yet to visit the Bloedel Reserve – so visiting we went.

After nearly six years at Orbitz, and a lifetime of memories, I have decided to move on – my last day will be this Friday July 18th. I’d like to thank everyone for a good run and will be offering a toast of beer and tayberries Friday afternoon from my backyard. Enjoy and best wishes!

Out and about in the garden and what to my wondering eyes should appear …

Series: Sunset > Sunrise > Heather Park

Series: Sunset > Sunrise > Heather Park