Big Head Dominic

Big Head Dominic, originally uploaded by b to the z.

Kristen and Dominic were in town this week to meet up with Steve, he's been touring with Katy Perry. It was so fun to explore the city with them. We went to the Natural History Museum, Central Park, did some shopping in SoHo, walked through the Highline and, of course, played video games.

I love this kid! He's so sweet and smart and polite. Kristen, you've done a good job with this little dude.

Sunshine on the highline

Sunshine on the highland, originally uploaded by b to the z.

Sunshine and Patty are in NY this week. While Brian and Patty work, Sunshine and I get to explore the city. Here she is on the new highline park. This is after we did some shopping, walking, and eating.

Funky Teddy Bear

Sunshine's bear, originally uploaded by b to the z.

I made this bear for Sunshine. It was made from a pattern that Grandma Patsy gave me. (that's the pattern there) I think it turned out pretty cute. I like to make everything really funky and I definitely achieved that here. The instructions on the pattern were kinda weird and I'm pretty sure the arms can be torn off very easily. But it was handmade with love and I like it!

Edward Bottlehands

Edward bottlehands, originally uploaded by b to the z.

If there is one thing I suck at it's updating this blog. It's hard to update when nothing really goes on for me day-to-day. This whole no job thing makes me feel boring. I have been sewing a lot. And hanging out with Raina on her new, awesome, roof deck. And having fun NY outings with Brian, like picnics in the park and the Met. Summer is fun!

Brian is headed to Sacramento today and I'm going on Thursday. I'm excited to see the fam and to finally meet Alli. I feel like we're going to be great friends. I'm not just writing that, she doesn't even know about this blog and I don't think Levi reads it. ha! Sunshine finished her Masters, she's a master now, so there is a big party on Saturday night that will be fun. Mostly I'm stoked to relax on the comfy couches and visit with Uncle Chris and Patty.

Then when we get back to NY Patty and Sunshine will be here. Showing Sunshine around the city will be awesome!

See this photo, look how pretty our roof is!

hola

I overheard a rad conversation today between a mom and her son. (He was probably 6 or 7). It started after they walked by a little Mexican kid on a bike. The two boys waved at each other.

Boy: how do you say "hello" in Spanish
Mom: hola
Boy: how do you say "bye" in Spanish
Mom: adios
Boy: how do you say . . .
Mom: how do you say what
Boy: how do you say everyhing
Mom: well I don't know everything but I know water. Agua.

Quilting with George

Quilting with George, originally uploaded by b to the z.

so hot

The rain took a tiny vacation the past couple of days (don't worry it's back now) and we got a taste of summer. Hot, humid, gross summer. Our new apartment does not have an air conditioner yet so George and I were pretty miserable today. The poor thing doesn't even know what to do with himself, he just lays around and mopes. I went to the park today and found some shade. It was nice though I did feel bad leaving George.

Living so close to Prospect Park is rad. I mean I have no excuse not to go on a day like today. And tomorrow night MGMT is playing there. I heart you, park.

crafty cat

photo.jpg, originally uploaded by b to the z.

George and Mirabelle

George and MB, originally uploaded by b to the z.

Anna and Mirabelle came to visit yesterday. I had a such great time with this Mirabelle. She's so sweet. George was a little weirded out at first but warmed up when we started giving him treats.