Always enjoy his insights.

Lucky to report that it is only ash so far in Burbank.

#47: See 10 New Movies in the Theater

Not a feel good movie, but a good one nonetheless.

First comfort meal in nearly two and half months. Need to remind myself not to bitch so much when the internet is slow.

It was a worthy celebration that shined a bright light on my dad’s many accomplishments over a 43 year career at Seyfarth Shaw. Everyone from Costco founder, Jim Sinegal to his long time secretary gave speeches that focused more on the man than the lawyer which surprised no one. Despite already knowing how good of a human being he is, I was extremely proud to hear it from so many others. In closing, I managed to fight the shakes and hold up my iPhone long enough to capture his speech for my Aunt Ona.

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After 72 days without power, running water and shoddy communications, we finally got Sonia’s dad and Gladys off of the island. Rio couldn’t be happier.

#88: Double Online Retail Sales

Not a huge feat considering last year’s numbers, but it’s nice to grow something again.

Finally saw a good one at the Ahmanson with Dad and Georgeanne.

Had a sleep over to ensure a couple of more meals.

27 years young!

A great storyteller, but not my favorite book of his by a long shot.

Hemingway calls BS to the end of pool season.

Hemingway and Rio welcome their Cousin Seager to the family.

Firecracker Shrimp Po’Boy

A legal walk in the neighborhood with a Guinness in hand.

#52: See a band in Preservation Hall

No photos allowed during the performance, but it was incredible jazz in an incredibly intimate and historic venue.

#84: Explore New N’awlins Neighborhood

Staying outside of the French Quarter at the Ponchatrain Hotel in the Garden District. Walked among the mansions and cemeteries to Commanders Palace for lunch and bread pudding.

Charred Oysters make a great first meal.

Sonia asked for the little man in her drink.

Was hoping this rocket at the Huntsville, Alabama Rocket Center would launch, but I guess it’s just a prop.

We’re in cotton and Roy Moore country.

#12: Visit an American City we’ve never been to.

Chattanooga, TN.  Would have loved to explored the caves and more of the Civil War sites. Tennessee is beautiful country.

Good place to start a morning drive.

Gotta love a city with pedal taverns.

The Batman building lurks over Broadway.

Dinner with clients. Rare that there is another guy.

To the gramps I never knew. (Bottom, 2nd from left)

The Force is strong with this one.

I enjoyed the authentic look that brought back recent memories of our Cuba trip, but the story was subpar.

• Brit has moved into her first post collegiate apartment. We’re officially empty nesters. 

#95 Done: New Dining Room Table.

May need to put chairs on next years list.

#55: Stay at the Chateau Marmont

#42: Lounge By 5 Hotel Pools. Not a warm day, but the pool at the Chateau Marmont has that old school vibe.

We have a lot of anniversaries, but this is the one we celebrate. 20 years and counting.

Tried Tao in Hollywood before Zac Brown at the Bowl. Always a great show.

Hemingway faced his nightmares yesterday and completed his annual physical with flying colors only to wake up this morning with a seizure that sent his family into a panic.  After another vet visit, Hemingway is stable, but must now endure further tests in the coming weeks.

Tried this edit-to-go low carb meal program. The sacrifice of taste for a few pounds lost wasn’t really worth it.

It’s time to acknowledge a few goals that will definitely fall.

#16 Open Up the Kitchen (See #18)
#17 Remodel Master Bathroom (See #18)
#20 Go to a Wrigley Game (Ran out of time)
#30 Go to a Baseball Stadium I’ve Never Been To (Same as above)
#83 Remove a Tattoo (Company went bankrupt)
#85 Remove fire place in den (See #18)
#91 Host Summer Party (ran out of time)
#94 Go to a Giants game (ran out of time)

What else are we going to do on 95 degree day.

Loved it.

Sonia did her best to represent the Cubs, but the Dodgers ultimately won with a walk off homer.

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Three of Brit’s favorite bands playing together. Good excuse for a daddy daughter date.