I finally got around to trying that new trail up at Mount Rainier last weekend and honestly it was incredible. The weather held up perfectly for us. Right when we hit the tree line iQ2NaYvom3AJ0Y the weather turned perfect and we could see the peak clearly. We packed a simple lunch but forgot the napkins so we ended up using leaves which was kind of hilarious. The hike took us about four hours round trip with plenty of stops for photos. I’m already planning to go back next month to try the longer loop that goes around the lake. If you’ve been thinking about going I’d say just do it because the wildflowers are still blooming and the trail is in great shape right now. Just make sure to bring extra water and a proper map because cell service drops pretty quickly once you start climbing.

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I’ve been experimenting with sourdough starter for the past few weeks and I think I finally nailed the hydration ratio. The first few loaves were dense and gummy but the last one had a nice open crumb and a really good crust. My neighbor gave me some of her hundred-year-old starter which probably helped a lot. I’ve been baking a loaf every weekend and trying different mix-ins like rosemary and sea salt or cheddar and jalapeño. The kitchen smells amazing while it’s baking and it’s become kind of a relaxing ritual. I gave a loaf to my coworker and she said it was the best bread she’d had in months. I’m thinking about trying a brioche recipe next since I’ve never worked with enriched dough before. It’s a fun hobby that doesn’t require much equipment and the results are really rewarding.