building permit: first pass

We recently started the process of applying for building permits for our house and we learned about some significant issues related to building there.  There are two major issues and the solution to them both requires the cooperation of our future neighbors. 

backyard wedding: love party

In August we attended the wedding of an old friend.  It was a gorgeous lakeside wedding, complete with a dance floor and sweet, funny and touching toasts by the two brides’ friends and families.  It is a good year to live in Washington.