Acting Skills

Zoe tries on her serious face.

Testing, Testing, 1, 2, 3

Javier and I went to the International Rose Test Garden. Here's a glimpse.

We got a new camera today. This is our test subject. For the cat readers, Brunswick's in the back.

Banana-ana-ana-ana-ana

I am delighted to report that gigantic bananas are now available in select stores. Due to modern science and genetic modifications, farmers are now growing these topical fruits to over 2.5 feet long. Lift with the legs people! These babies each weigh in over 20 pounds.

I am less ecstatic to report that the said banana urinated on the grass today. Much can be said for modern science nowadays.

Back from Hiatus

Zoe likes chewing on her toy's bikini. Her toy smells like the inside of Zoe's mouth. It kind of stinks. This photo was taken at our old place. 

Since the last post, we've moved! We moved from a studio apartment to a three bedroom apartment. We've easily gotten used to the new space and love it. Sadly, we still have things, lots of things, that haven't found their place in the home.

I tried to give Zoe some apple. I moved it closer to her mouth. She was too tired. 

For Now, Some Zoe Photos

Nothing too exciting, so here's some Zoe photos to tie you over. 

Wind Mountain, Washington

We undertook our first Washington State hike on Sunday. Perfect hiking weather starts with a brisk, overcast morning and ends with a sunny afternoon. Wind Mountain was our destination and it included a 1,100 foot elevation climb. 

We couldn't help but stop and capture a shot of the Columbia Gorge. In the distance, you can see the sun trying to break through.

Zoe insisted on a photo.

Wind Mountain

The hike up to Wind Mountain was peaceful and included lots of switchbacks and some huffing and puffing, but the views were worth the effort.

By the time we reached the top, the sun came out. 

They don't call it Wind Mountain for nothing. 

If you look carefully, you too can see that the wind blowing through Matt's hair.

Demonstrating a way to combat the acrophobia.

Or not.

We encountered many petite wild flowers along the trail. 

Afterwards we headed to Hood River, on the other side of the Columbia Gorge, to feed our Cherry and Raspberry addictions.

St. John's Bridge

Since our move last year, we're still exploring Portland. One trip took us to North Portland, under St. John's Bridge. Arguably the bridge to get the most lookers, St. John's Bridge is a steel suspension bridge finished in 1931 and painted pale green to blend with Bridgecity's tree laden landscape.

St. John's Bridge spans over the Willamette River.

Showing visible signs of wear and tear.

A massive architectural beauty. See subjects at lower left for scale.

Ready...

Set...

Attack!

Zoe's victim.