Despite the rancor
Jul. 4th, 2005 11:45 pmI gardened a lot today, finishing up the whole of the back yard, which involved a lot of mowing and just as much weed whacking. It was, on the whole, an excellent 4th of July. I've cooked every meal, cleaned up my messes, took care of my family and my household and in general, as they say in CoveySpeak, "connected with the mission" of being a devoted father and husband, a serious caretaker of my patch of land, and (hopefully) a generous and thoughtful friend and lover besides.
At least, that's what the plan says I'm supposed to become. Eventually.
Omaha spent most of the day tuning her bicycle. By evening, we went out to the Fireworks show down in Des Moines, which we appreciate because it's homey and you have a great view of both the Tacoma and Vashon Inlet shows, which are both huge and wonderful. Kouryou-chan loved every second of it. We invited
j5nn5r and
shastaw along (along with her two delightful kids) and a good time was had by all.
Trying to get home was a chore. Our delightful new neighbors had decided to block off our driveway so that they could shoot fireworks. I shouldn't have to ask permission to get to my own freakin' driveway. Grr.... It was too bad they were near the end of their stash, too, because it's a $1000 fine (or 30 days in jail) if they get caught.
At least, that's what the plan says I'm supposed to become. Eventually.
Omaha spent most of the day tuning her bicycle. By evening, we went out to the Fireworks show down in Des Moines, which we appreciate because it's homey and you have a great view of both the Tacoma and Vashon Inlet shows, which are both huge and wonderful. Kouryou-chan loved every second of it. We invited
Trying to get home was a chore. Our delightful new neighbors had decided to block off our driveway so that they could shoot fireworks. I shouldn't have to ask permission to get to my own freakin' driveway. Grr.... It was too bad they were near the end of their stash, too, because it's a $1000 fine (or 30 days in jail) if they get caught.