some things lately as we head into the weekend.

We're spending the weekend in Virginia Beach. It was planned over a month ago and we've been counting down the days. I think we're getting pretty good at patiently waiting and counting down days {first the house then our Korea/Japan trip, which no longer will happen but we still counted.. and waited}. We wanted to get away for our 5 year wedding anniversary, but also be with Piri at the same time and so we settled on a dog-friendly place that still required 4+ hours of driving so that it would feel like a long distance get away.

Unfortunately forecast says rain for Saturday. But I guess it's ok. As long as I am with Yangkyu and Piri, even if it's inside our hotel room, I know it'll still be a wonderful anniversary. I was telling this to Yangkyu and he chuckled and said he always appreciates my appreciation for all things low-key. Well, I appreciate him appreciating my love for the low-key. They are really kind of the best. Especially for introverts. Ha. 

I took time a couple of days ago to make some more friendship bracelets {I know I'm too old for these but I just love the colors} and other types of bracelets {ok, some of them are really not bracelets but just leather cords and wraps that I added beady things to}. I think they're just right for the beach. 

Among my many conversations with Yangkyu includes this - I think Piri looks like a desert fox. A floppy eared one. Maybe I just have a weird imagination. 

Anyway, we started something exciting a few days ago. We became part of a network of people who offer doggy daycare and overnight boarding in our own homes. It's a personal way of making sure your dog is cared for while you are away. I love dogs {in case you didn't pick that up yet from the blog} and this is just a wonderful opportunity for me, Piri and Yangkyu. We're hoping for many kind clients and fun times ahead.

I went a little overboard at Michaels yesterday and bought myself a ton of colorful yarn. Why? Because I'm going to really teach myself how to crochet. I have been in love with granny square blankets and so I'm going to make myself one. Or at least try to. Thank goodness for Youtube and helpful tutorials. I learned how to crochet a long time ago from a friend but never really pushed myself to learn the terminology. I also never learned the different types of stitches and for many years I have tried to finish a scarf {using a simple stitch, which I have no idea the name is -  yes, I am this bad} and have always managed to fail year in and year out. I still owe Yangkyu a scarf from like 7 years ago. But this time I'm determined. But forget the scarf for now. We're going to get a pretty blanket! And if there is a crochet deity out there, may she help me and guide me along the way because I'm really going to need it. 

What are you all up to lately? I hope you have a wonderful weekend filled with something fun and something sweet.