Blue Line Arts sponsored a community pumpkin painting at our local mall, spotlighting the contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama. I volunteered for the day. We handed out crates of pumpkins. Kids of all ages painted. It was great.
Pumpkin Painting a la Yayoi
Dec 31st, 2021 by leigharev2
Bev Bradley Retreat
Dec 28th, 2021 by leigharev2
Ricky and Serenity
Dec 28th, 2021 by leigharev2
Ricky is my honorary nephew. I adore him. We were blessed to be invited to his and his lovely bride, Serenity’s, wedding. They had an intimate ceremony and reception at the Indianola Clubhouse.
David and I drove back country roads from Manzanita to Indianola. It was perfect Autumn weather, both directions. Sunshine, but cool, Autumn foliage all around. Winding roads and the smell of earth. It was perfect.
We stayed at the Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort. I did not have high expectations for this place, but lodging options were limited, especially for staying just one night. This place is gorgeous! It respects the local history and culture and the lodging and casino are two separate buildings. We did not visit the casino side, so for us, it was all a resort mini-getaway. Our room had a lovely view of the grounds and water. We would have stayed a second night, but they do not have room service and we wanted to be lazy in our room and not have to go anywhere. If we go next time, I would plan ahead and pack food.
The wedding was so sweet. They had set up the room so that wherever you sat for the wedding was where you sat for the reception. They both looked amazing, and Serenity had a shimmer to her dress and skin that made her look like a fairy princess. She was stunning to watch. I don’t think any camera could quite capture it. Ricky wore Doc Martins for his shoes and Serenity work some cute white Keds (I don’t recall if she wore them for both wedding/reception or just reception). A fun nod to their personalities and being comfortable through the evening.
The Birthday Crew
Dec 22nd, 2021 by leigharev2
Celebrating each other for the past decade. Sweet, precious friends who share all the ups and downs of life together. This was a dinner out at Tap &Vine in Auburn. Our time together is always too short, but it’s so good. Tina, Stacey, Shanti, Crystal, Eun <3
Sacramento Broadway-Hamilton
Dec 22nd, 2021 by leigharev2
The boys and I watched Hamilton on TV and I was thrilled to learn they were coming to Sacramento! Date night with the boys!! We went to De Vere’s Irish Pub, a favorite place of mine. It was the boy’s first time. Sadly, it was their final week in business and the place was insanely busy; chaos. I gave the boys the option to go somewhere else but had talked the place up so much they decided to eat there anyway. After dinner, while walking out front, Alex got stopped by an executive car company shooting a commercial and asked him to be a part of it. He made $40 for five minutes of work. He faked talking on a cell phone, got in/out and sat in the car.
Due to Covid, we had to show our vaccine cards and wear masks during the whole show. The guy who took our photo took a selfie as well for fun. He made us laugh.
Friendship Run and Dinner
Dec 22nd, 2021 by leigharev2
A beautiful sunrise run set the stage for our ‘Friendship Run’. A virtual run we did to commemorate our years of friendship, running roads and trails for many miles together. Gloria, Melissa, and I did four or five miles, then later that evening joined Sally for a delicious Italian dinner. These women are lifelong friends and I am so grateful to call them soul/sole sisters.
Sacramento Crawfish and Catfish Festival 2021
Dec 22nd, 2021 by leigharev2
Quick Trip with the Girls
Sep 21st, 2021 by leigharev2
So, Shanti could not make it, but Eun and Tina came up to Manzanita for a super quick visit. They flew in late Friday night and left Sunday afternoon. We made the most of it and did the Three Capes day trip on Saturday! Sunday was spent running five miles through the park and beach, and shopping the shops of the town.
First stop: Cape Meares. We pretty much had the place to ourselves.
Coffee before we go! 
Eun showing off ‘Multnomah 2’ 
Second Stop: Oceanside
Third stop: Jacobsen Salt Co.
Next stop: Nevor Shellfish Farm
Next stop: Cape Lookout. We hiked the trail a bit, but it was pretty mucky, so we turned around. Lovely trail, though.
Next stop: Cape Kiwanda
Carson Clan 2021 (part 2!)
Sep 20th, 2021 by leigharev2
An opportunity presented itself that Carson – Arevalo fams were able to get together a second time in 2021, including TJ this time! They joined us in Manzanita for almost a week. A bunch of beach time, Fantasy Football draft, video games, sleeping in, a card game or two, and, of course, crab for the crab lovers…
Michelle in Manzanita
Sep 20th, 2021 by leigharev2
A quick weekend visit with Shell-Belle…
