I think we should just go with the earlier plan for Saturday. I know the weather forecast shifted but honestly the covered patio at that place is great even if it sprinkles. Everyone seemed happy with the time so let me know if you want me to confirm the reservation or if you need me to shift it a bit later. I can call them and adjust if needed. Also I found that board game you mentioned at the shop downtown so I will bring it along. Should be a good relaxed afternoon.

Yeah I finally finished reorganizing the garage shelves last weekend. Took way longer than I expected because I kept finding boxes of stuff I forgot we had. Found my old high school yearbooks and a whole set of camping gear that still looks brand new. I sorted everything into clear bins with labels so now I can actually find things. My spouse was pretty happy about it.

The playlist you sent was perfect for the drive up north. I added a few tracks from that new band you recommended and it flowed really well. We ended up taking the scenic route and stopped at that little diner with the homemade pies. Definitely worth the extra hour.
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I finally made it to that new bookstore on the corner and honestly it was better than I expected. They have a whole back room with vintage maps and old travel posters. I ended up spending way longer there than I planned and picked up a couple of things I definitely did not need but could not resist. The owner said they do a small reading series on Thursday evenings so I might check that out next month.

My tomato plants are actually doing well this year which never happens. I think the trick was starting them indoors later than usual and being more careful about watering. I have about six little green ones starting to form and a ton of flowers so fingers crossed. The basil next to them is taking over though I need to trim it back this weekend.

I also finally tried that fermented hot sauce recipe my cousin sent me last fall. It has been sitting in my fridge for like eight months so I figured either it would be amazing or I would have to throw the whole jar away. Turns out it is actually pretty good with eggs. Not as spicy as I expected but great flavor.