A Divine Date with the Dust Devils

We traveled in light traffic and found a reasonably close-to-the-arena parking spot. Arriving through the not-so-pearly gates at Gesa Stadium, we received a bamboo back scratcher, courtesy of Back to Basics Chiropractic (remind me to get adjusted sometime soon).

The air was alive with the scent of various Lamb Weston French Fries - and, of course, we indulged. Our first batch were Fajita Fries - with a south of the border sass that went well with beer (lite or root). Next, we enjoyed the seasoned Tasty QQQ's spiral fries... after which, we were enticed by the fresh Kettle Corn.

The Dust Devils played a losing game, but still we rocked the stadium in hope and cheer. And, the children were invited to run across the outfield during the 7th inning stretch - something I never experienced at a Dodgers, Twins, A's or Mariners game!

In the end, there was a short fireworks show ... and we were given a game ball and a game bat - a Louisville Slugger, none the less! Went to the game, had a ball, got a bat ...

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Get Your Game On!

Golfing with God: A Novel of Heaven and Earth by Roland Merullo.

This is the "bible" I embrace to guide my steps this summer. And it is quite an interesting read. As I struggle with my golf game, and with the meaning of life, I find lessons that interweave the dirt and divine. Patience, Trust, Humility, Service. Fore!

Took me a while to get along with the golf lingo - much because it is an unfamiliar jargon that I am working to understand (much like God). So, step into the tee box and join me ... "marching straight toward the great battlefield at the outer edges of who I thought I was."

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Was My Face Red! Thankfully I Made the Green.

Yes. It was one of those days. I had sent the golf cart away with Northwest Golf Cars due to running the front tire amok on a jutting retaining-wall stone resulting in a tilt on the right. This just after my husband returned with news that his golf days would be interrupted with more than one surgery anticipated for his neck and for his spine. Thankful for great facilities at Kadlec.

As the evening set in and the day came to a soft close, we came up with the brilliant idea to pitch and putt on the green outside our home. A little golf is good for the soul. Being members of The Club, we were mindful to ensure no one was playing the hole before marching out there to practice with a bucket of balls. Yes. A. bucket.

Once we had peppered the green with mostly well-hit shots (finally, I am learning to use my wedge), a gent marched over to holler at us for misusing the green. As I looked at the scene from his perspective, I realized that we had been quite excessive. And the flush came over my cheeks. We told him he was right to let us know, gave our apology and assurances that we would not let it happen again.

While we picked up the balls, limiting ourselves to one each for putting, we noticed eyes still looking our way. I walked over to apologize again to find that they assumed, by our behavior, that we were not members. I assured them we were full-fare devotees who lost our heads. Yes, if we had seen us doing this, we would have hollered at us too. I gave our apologies again, and then took our son to play the hole with just one ball each as my hubby instead gave his customary attention to perfecting every divot so the green remains true.

The lesson: even adults attempting to be good role models make mistakes; and need to say "sorry;" and must fix anything that was disrupted. Oh, and, today I can hit the ball consistently with my irons while my putting still needs help.

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Green Green Grass of Home

We are living out our dream ~ living on the golf course.

Golfing Meadow Springs is habit forming. Hitting the ball right once brings you back a thousand times ... just to experience that sweet spot again.

So, we are getting closer to the hole thing. Leaving our view home at the base of Badger Mountain, we hunkered down in a comfortable condo on the front 9 while we made plans for our house on the back 9 (they are only a few blocks apart).

The house began as a remodel, morphed into a renovation, and turned into a rebuild. Deep breath. Follow the dream. And that we did. Now, as the house re-emerges at the capable and caring hands of Jim McAloon Construction, we are counting the strokes of time till we can make our way home, there.

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Pink Current Runs ... or Walks Through

Driving down George Washington Way this morning, I encountered a sea of pink stretching along the sidewalk. Upon closer inspection, I realized that this was a mob of people walking or jogging their way to raise awareness for breast cancer. It was a reminder to grope my chest and to be thankful for no lumps. Just another current event happening in Tri Cities.

Delight Your Senses Daily

Okay, we take out selves for granted often. And, I have found a cure - at least one. Take it from my girl-friend! We attended the CAbi fashion show previewing the season's latest attire. After shopping samples and booking a spring show, we enjoyed chocolate dipped strawberries while catching up with familiar faces.

On the way out of town, we stopped at River House where my friend immediately gravitated toward the Caldrea products. She selected a fine scented selection of kitchen and cleaning products as I realized that this is one of those - things - that smells so good when I visit her very welcoming home. I was fortunate to receive a sample of the Sea Salt Neroli dish soap, and am now hooked. "Dishes can be a bore; but - no more!"

Style runs with the current that runs through Tri Cities.

Bistro Nights in Benton City

What can I say about a quaint dining room where you can gather with friends for a five course dinner that never ceases to stimulate the imagination and the taste buds. Bring your favorite wines to accompany the artful dishes. Dine in or dine al fresco in the garden ...

Bella, an Italian Deli at 502 Ninth Street in Benton City, provides lunch or dinner most days. Bistro Nights are a special treat. Find out by getting on the email list ... contact Valerie Brown at valerie@belladeli.net or call 509.588.3354.

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