Art journey

Today, I set out on making a pair of Banksy replica shoes. They turned out nothing like I planned. Perhaps, that is the purpose of art, though. So, today, I'm thankful for the creative journey.

Rainy toes

Today, I indulged myself by taking a 5 mile brisk walk in the rain. It's seldom that it rains in Austin in August, much less 4 days in a row and 11 inches! So, I couldn't pass up the historical moment. And, I'm thankful for that.

Paneers

Today, I finally installed my paneers and rack on my cruiser. With several parts on back-order, I had to delay my overhaul of my bike, making it ready for commuting. So, today, I'm thankful for a project completed - even if it took weeks!

Peaches, blackberries, oh my!

Today, I went peach and blackberry picking for the first time. I left with over 15 pounds of fruit! And, I can't wait to do it again. Today, I'm thankful for early mornings and fruit.

Kayaking

Today, I took a day for myself with a morning hike followed by a trip in my kayak and...it was delightful. Today, I'm ever more thankful for my kayak I gifted to myself last year.

A bike ride

Today was the day I was supposed to travel to #iste2016, but due to my ongoing ear issues, I had to cancel one of my favorite trips. Thankfully, I was able to take the cruiser out for a spin on one of the few overcast days we've had in a month.

False hopes

Today, our kayaking tour we had booked turned into a major bust. From the "guides" literally snoozing on the job to treating other guests rudely, it was a major disappointment. However, today, I'm thankful for new dreams. Tomorrow, we try again and today, we make plans for a better tomorrow.

To Kauai

Today, we were finally able to make it to Kauai after being delayed for several days due to my ears. Though we got in too late to experience much of the island, we did get to enjoy getting our toes wet in the sands of Kauai!

New territory

Today, we explored a side of the Big Island that we wouldn't have had time for had I not have been sick and stranded here. And, it was worth it! Miles of pure beauty. And, I'm thankful for it.

Stranded

Day two of being stranded in Hawaii. Unfortunately, we no longer get to see Maui, but that leaves more time to explore Big Island...where we are stranded. Due to my ears, I had some issues driving, but I'm happy to say we made it the whole circumference of the island.

Date night

Today, we redeemed month 5 of my year of dates anniversary gift I gave Aj. It was full of German food, jazz, and trains! Today, I'm thankful for a night on the town, even if we were done by 9PM.

70 miles

Today, I biked an obscene amount, but also had the chance to check out one of the city's road-biking trails. Though, we sweated like a summer day (it's almost here!), I am thankful for the time to explore the sights and sounds of my city.

Yakking

Today, we resumed our Monday night kayaking tradition. And, with temperatures hovering around 72 degrees, the sun setting, and cool waters, it was nearly perfect. I'm thankful for Monday nights.

Food connoisseurs

Tonight, I have food tastings. We took a local Austin tour via electric bikes and tasted some of Austin's awesome Eastside food. I tasted awesome Gelato, Detroit-style pizza, Thai, and Korean-style Pork.

So, tonight, I have foodies!

The Walker

Today, I have a walker. It's my last day as a 31-year old and sadly, not my last day to use a walker. Today, I enjoyed some rollerskating after 20 some-odd years and...practice does not make perfect.

Blue skies ahead

Today,  I presented on Google goodness and then went hang gliding at my favorite place.  And. ..it was just as serene as I remembered. 

Today's moment: feeling the wind lift you at 2000+feet