the neighborhood

Happy 5th of July. Had the annual party yesterday. Happy to report success, second year in a row! With the exception of the weather, and one guest giving up b/c she couldn't find parking, all went smoothly.

Weather report: Today was lovely & sunny by afternoon, and July 3rd was lovely & sunny by afternoon but, of course, it had to rain on July 4 by afternoon - because this is Seattle and our summer is very late this year and we were throwing a party and planning to BBQ outside. Well, the BBQ happened despite some wetness. And we went up on the roof. And the fireworks were great.

Eastlake goes kind of nuts around the 4th. 'No parking' signs everywhere. Electric bulls. Last minute block parties. People on roofs & balconies. It's wonderful - with or w/o weather. Took a walk around the neighborhood this afternoon. Saw a patch of raspberries and ate a handful. Also, saw that the Gay Team truck had moved slightly. Not sure if there was a failed attempt to drive it or what, but I love this truck. Also noticed some rainbow fireworks this year - yay! pride! represent! We, at the Shannon Apartments, had colorful laterns strung up by the main lobby window, courtesy of Jeff (of Jeff & Kenny on the 2nd floor). Festivities everywhere you look. I love where I live and, if I ever have move, will miss it dearly.