Memorial Day weekend 2010: Part 2

More feet soaking. Only this one took place in the northeastern Iowa.
Hubby and I spent the night sleeping underneath a thunder-stormy sky in a tent that held up well.
Our camp was in a perfect isolated location. It was heavenly.
After setting camp, my hubby and I walked a long time to find a perfect fishing spot. I just loved crossing the stream.
It was pretty hot so I got to cool myself down with the cold creek water.
We walked a lot on this trip. But the scenery was so worth it.
My hubby, the fisherman, in his gear.
We saw some "wildlife" along the way. There was a beaver dragging a stick in his mouth to build his dam, presumably.
There was also a snake that I took a picture of, but didn't want to include because it freaks me out every time I look at it. But the duck (down below) was a charmer.
Hubby didn't manage to catch much (yay for the fishies), but we had a good time, anyway.
And of course, at the end of the day, there was fire and smore-making.
It was a nice little getaway.

Memorial Day weekend 2010: Part 1

On Friday evening I left my hubby playing and being goofy in his garage, while I went out with my bff to enjoy the nice day.
We shared a drink at an open patio, where this displaced cowboy covered some of the bluesier Led Zeppelin numbers. Then we ventured downtown, where we made a stop to soak our feet.
I love beautiful days like these. I wish it was May and 70 degrees all year round.
We made a stop by the nearby Ritual Cafe for some refreshments, and then hit Miyabi 9 in the East Village for some delicious Miso soup and sushi.
It is really a wonderful life I made for myself here.

Maggie feels like dancing

This weekend I had a chance to prepare our niece Maggie for her dance recital. She is so cute!
Unfortunately, they wouldn't let us take pictures (you had to buy them from overpriced photographers), so this sneak peek isn't as sharp as I'd like it to be. Maggie was the best dancer in her group. The other girls looked to her for directions, and she had sass (second from left).
There she is with her uncle, post-show. I think he is proud of her. I know I am.
Way to go, Maggie!

Picnic at the lake

On Saturday my bff and I had a picnic at Big Creek. We ate veggies, crackers and cheese and soaked up the sun.
Then we joined my hubby and his friend. They were fishing not far away.
I had to include this pic because I just love Spomi's dress.
We watched the clouds and the ducks on the lake. It was a much needed mini vacation.
We stayed with Jeff and Joe until sunset, then we went home, tired but rejuvenated.

Camp ground fish dinner

Yesterday at my parents' house, my mom made fish (that my dad caught) on a campsite skillet.
It tastes absolutely yummy!
My mom is a pro. Although I think she burned an eyebrow in the process. :)

The purpose of golden retrievers

This is what my doggy does. He ignores a toy until the said toy finds its way under the couch. At that point, it becomes my dog's mission in life to retrieve THAT toy.

He would spend hours doing this if we didn't have mercy on him. But I guess that's why they call them Retrievers.

Husbands can be so sweet

I came home from work today, only to find a clean and organized house, laundry done, and a delicious dinner waiting for me. I love my hubby. He is so kind and thoughtful. What a man!
We ate out on our deck, where I had a nice view of my luscious lettuce.
It was quite a view. I love dinners out on our deck.
And of course, while we were eating, this big fella was begging for food.
(Kad sam danas došla kuci sa posla, dočekala me večera i čista kuća. Moj dragi je sve pripremio za mene. Baš sam našla sebi divnog supruga. Dok smo večerali, gledali smo našu baštu, u kojoj je opet nikla majkina salata. A ćuko je nas gledao i molio za koji zalogaj.)