Weekend Catchup and Farewells

Its unbearable hot.

A few posts ago I complained that Seattle doesn't have a 'summer' however this year it's apparent that summer decided to show up, and in spite of me, attempt at record temperatures.

Touche.

Besides sweating the weekend away it was enjoyable.

I took my first riding lesson in over 3 years- and my body is in shock. Every muscle in my body aches- arms, legs, back- you name it, it's sore. When did I get old?! I used to ride for hours with no real effect- it also probably doesn't help that I'm terribly out of shape. Maybe a little extra cardio would do me some good. Besides that the actual ride was glorious- exactly as I remembered it being. I was able to do most of the basics with ease and my muscles (at the time) seemed to remembered what to do. I rode an fantastic 7 year old Thoroughbred named Finley whom I hope to have many more rides on.

I was later plummeted back to reality when I went to the tack shop (gear store) to pick up a few necessities (helmet, half chaps) after a cool $500+ later I remembered why it has been quoted as the most expensive sport. High cost or not I've decided it's money well spent. There is nothing that improves my mood better then some pony time.

Today I complained mostly about the heat, how sore I was and the amount of people downtown. We did however try a new sushi spot in Seattle, Japonessa. It's sushi infused with "Latino Flair" it was really good and their Sunday lunch specials were totally affordable. It's comparable to my old standby in Seattle, Umi. 

Photos- new half chaps and old boots
Sushi
Quick shot @ Pikes and Puget Sound.

I finished White Oleander  this weekend,which I've been wanting to read for years. It was excellent- dark, humorous and well told. I like books that are quick moving, not dwelling on one topic or feeling, detail or plot that drags the story down. White Oleander had a lot to cover and did it well. I've moved onto 'Brining home the Birkin' it will be a quick and light read but after WO I feel like it's a good balance.   

This will probably be my last post till I'm home next Sunday. It's off to New England on Wednesday for some much needed R & R in my little town by the beach.