I spent the weekend at home, taking the jet ski out for the first time all year. After helping to clear some of a huge tree that fell in our yard on Thursday, I rode by myself to Bridgewater Plaza on Saturday afternoon to meet some friends for lunch. Being on the water was so fun, and boating to any meal always makes it ten times better.

On Saturday night there were Old Fashioneds mixed and steaks grilled for neighbors who spent the day in the yard helping, and we slept in on Sunday and took it really easy. My family watched a movie alongside a dinner of pasta with Italian sausages (my dad's favorite pastime and favorite meal) in celebration of Father's Day.

These almost-summer days are just really good.

  

I traveled to Charlottesville and back on Sunday to have brunch with two of my best friends, but I left my camera at home. I did manage to snap a shot or two with my phone while I was there, though. I love seeing Emma and Shawna. 

Saturday was the first boat ride of the season. It was warm and sunny and old Rocky, though a bit more hesitant and awkward than he usually is getting on and off the dock, found himself right at home in his favorite spot yet again.

  

Hope you had a relaxing weekend, too.

  

Summer is coming, and it's beautiful.