A lovely weekend!

Yesterday was farmer's market day. We found large tomatoes, locally caught tuna, red onions, a ginormous lettuce head, 2 baskets of delicious black currents, a loaf of apple nut bread, and a loaf of garlic herb bread, and a selection of truly delicious sauces from Alrich Farms. We also were given a large bag of basil from our friend Lisa.

We've decided Aldrich Farms is our favorite local product of the week. Their delectable jams, pepper jellies, mustards, and sauces are made in Bellingham, Washington. We love the apple garlic pepper jelly on grilled meats. This week we are trying the strawberry rhubarb jelly, apple chipotle mustard, chocolate blueberry sauce, raspberry brandy sauce, and cranberry orange relish. Check out their wonderful website at http://www.aldrichfarms.com/ .

Anni enjoying the sunshine in her backyard swing.

An enormous garden spider hanging out by the worm bin.

Today, the funny farmers had a visit with our friend Ellie. We were all thrilled to see her again, especially Anni. We visited Kelsy Creek Farm, saw the animals and chatted with a local political candidate. It is still toasty warm here, hovering around 90 degrees. We're wilting! We went out for sushi to cool down. Ellie helped us out with the Zucchini 100 by taking 4 home, along with some peas, carrots, herbs, and jams. That leaves 87 more to go!

And last but not least we paid a quick visit to the Goodwill on 145th in north Seattle. We found books for 79 cents, a glass cheese dome that can do dual use as a cheese cover and a seedling protector for $1.99, and a multitude of school supplies, all for under a dollar. Goodwill is a good value and helps provide training and jobs for lots of folks.