September 27


The Rucker brothers memorial. They were huge contributors to what Everett is today.

Today I learned a restaurant in Everett has live belly dancing during the week. Odd.

September 26


Lots of work done on the bike... got the rear tire and brake assembly off and replaced with the donor bike, as well as the entire front end. Its just on there for show right now before taking everything apart and rebuilding.

Today I learned how to take apart and put back together a brake assembly for a motorcycle.

September 25


Traxx had their outdoor track open... woo hoo! I posted the third fastest lap ever.. sweet!

Today I learned the Bank of America building downtown Everett used to be the Rucker Brothers bank... One of the few banks that survived the depression in Everett.

September 24


Getting more of the deck stained....

Today i learned what a hashtag is.

September 23


How did this store know I was looking for a pig with a scarf and santa hat on? Better yet, it completely lights up! Ha!

Today I learned what crunk dancing is.

September 22


Yay for Pumpkins!!!

Today I learned when they put contrasting dye in your body through an IV it makes you feel completely weird!

September 21


Why would a restaurant put that above a table when you're eating? Weird!

Today I learned I could get an app that shows what particular stars you could see on a certain night.

September 20


My project bike I'll be working on over the winter. Yay!

Today I learned just a tiny bit of options I have for the transformation of my bike... wow, its a bit overwhelming!

September 19


Halloween M&M's at Becky's surprise birthday / housewarming party :o)

Today I learned there's a cute little plant nursery in Arlington!

September 18


Beautiful sunrise!

Today I learned strong anti inflammatory meds really knock me out.

September 17


Kailey trying to sleep on the couch.. but obviously it was too bright.

Today I learned you shouldn't burn a yankee candle on an electric candle warmer.

September 16


I-CHI-RO

Today I learned you should get a Shishkaberry early in the ballgame.

September 15


My new additions to the house... foam finger and a plant :o)

Today I learned you should wear gardening gloves even when just re-potting a plant.

September 14


Bad picture... but yes, that says probe covers.

Today I learned about swollen lymph nodes in your abdomen.

September 13


Kailey just laying around in her peaches box. She laid around most of the day, as did I.

Today I learned I don't like the Annie's deluxe mac n cheese.

September 12


Discovery Park in Seattle. Beautiful day for a picnic.

Today I learned there's an Indian art gallery at Discovery Park.

September 11


Ultrasound today. Not so fun... I feel probed.

Today I learned they can check your kidneys during an ultrasound.

September 10


At the hospital again. I feel like I got handed the short end of the health stick this year.

Today I learned all about ovarian cysts. Not fun.

September 9


First night of my bowling league for the year... started this year with a 221 average, there goes my hopes for being 'most improved'

Today I learned that I bowl like someone that has been bowling since they came out of the womb. Ha.

September 8


Kailey didn't want to leave my side

Today I learned how to install a headlight into NEMO. Tricky.

September 7


The drive back home

Today I learned Coeur d'Alene is French and means "Heart of the Awl"

September 6


Overlooking Craters of the Moon from on top of Inferno Cone

Today I learned Arco, ID became the first city in the world to be lightened by atomic energy on July 17, 1955.

September 5


Hagerman Fossil Beds

Today I learned the City of Rocks rivals Yosemite for rock climbing.

September 4


Just one of my stops today...

Today I learned what an interstate trip permit is.

September 3


Seahawks game tonight! We won!

Today I learned how to properly signal a first down.

September 2



Hot Air Balloon ride in Snohomish.

Today I learned that for the very first hot air balloon ride in history, the king wanted to place two convicts onboard. It wouldn't be a loss if they were killed, but if they lived they would be pardoned. After much thought, it was realized that the recognition of being the first men ever to leave the earth shouldn't be convicts.

September 1


Krispy Treat time means Road Trip time!

Today I learned how to create my own batch process in photoshop.

August 31


Mariners game tonight... they lost, but the sunset made up for it!

Today I learned you can't get pineapple shishkaberry's at Safeco Field.

August 30


First bike ride since being sick... 14 miles, not so bad. Have lost a little drive in my legs.

Today I learned the old train station building in Snohomish has been fully restored and is now a rental hall.

August 29


Dubs is almost ready for his big premier this weekend!

Today I learned how to make a mojito... from a bucket. Not sure I'll ever use that knowledge again.

August 28


Dinner on the waterfront in Seattle. Yum!

Today I learned I should always bring a compass when hiking with friends.