The Jack Johnson concert

October 2, 2010

This was our 2nd year seeing Jack Johnson in concert at the Gorge. He played many new songs plus tons of my favs! His music is so good and is great to see live!!! Since it was Brandon's birthday weekend, we made a fun long weekend staying at our condo in Crescent Bar. The weather was gorgeous - mid 80s, when the weather back home was not so great!

Bethany, me and Tiffany; courtesy of Bethany!

Kory, Brandon and Casey

Pictures of Jack, courtesy of Tiffany!

The Breast Cancer 3 Day
A 60 mile walk benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure

September 24, 25, 25, 2010

This was our 4th year participating in the 3 Day Walk: a 60 mile walk benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure. It is such a rewarding experience. We walk 20 mile each of the 3 days. Although it is tiresome, I will never forget the rewards. Since 2007, I have walked in memory of my aunt Carolyn and in honor of my mother-in-law Nancy. Like the 3 Day, I believe in a world without breast cancer. Everyone 'deserves a lifetime'. Here's to you aunt Carolyn, may you rest in peace!!

Opening ceremony!

A huge motivation factor is the show of support from the communities where our walk takes us! The clapping, poster making, dessert eating, decorations, tears all make me realize how important this cause is! It also makes me determined to finish the walk each year!!! Thank you to the hundreds of people who come out and support the thousands of 3 Day walkers, rain or shine!!!
Below our some pictures from this amazing journey!!

Team Perseverance: Kimberly, Alicia, Doug and Kristi

Abby and Ashley proudly showing their support!

A supportive homeowner in Everett!

Everett waterfront

One of many pit stops!

The last walker to reach the finish line on the first day! Raising the 3 Day flag at camp!

Our sleeping arrangements!

Sharing a bottle of wine; such a nice way to relax after 20 miles!

Signs posted by homeowners as inspiration:

Sooo delicious!

These girls followed the walkers along the 3 Day route!!!

We even gave Everett's finest some breast cancer bling!!!

Day 3: Heading into Seattle. The final destination: the Space Needle/Seattle Center

The 3rd day started out rainy, ended beautifully!

Gas Works Park on Lake Union!

Event the safety volunteers get into the fun!

Doug and the nieces on the 3rd day, showing their support as they follow us through Seattle

The 2nd year that we saw this house support the walkers with their 'Tit Stop"

We're almost there: we can see the Space Needle, but it still seems so far ahead. That last 59th and 60th miles are killer!

Taking a break!!


And...we reached the finish line!!! Thanks to a great 4th year walking!

Tiffany's 30th Birthday

Portland September 17-19th, 2010

A friend and coworker invited us to Portland to celebrate her 30th birthday in style! 11 of us headed down to enjoy a weekend of friends and fun!! Thank you Tiffany for inviting us to be part of your special milestone birthday!!!

Portland City Grill ~ A good view of the city from 17 floors up!

Apparently I missed the memo that I wasn't included in this picture.

Heading out Friday night! Me, Tiffany, Bethany

At XV

Meghan met up with us!!!
Boys being boys!
Beth and Casey

Tiffany and Kory

And...no more pics...I dropped my camera :( and it broke Friday night...the rest of the weekend was spent relaxing, window shopping and hanging with good friends! Saturday morning we went to the BEST breakfast restaurant named 'Mother's'. I highly recommend the Eggs Benedict! Yum! Oh and the Bloody Mary was fantastic too!

At Irving Street Kitchen, a classy place serving $3 tall boys of PBR!!
A second birthday dessert...can never have too much!