Jalapeno Poppers and a Tall Rootbeer Float

Even after a few delightfully uneventful days off, I am apparently still in desperate need of a vacation.

Last night I had a dream that I was planning a road trip to Alabama, Colorado, Arizona, and finally California. Despite the fact that I had re-created the geography of the United States on my "dream map," this trip was to be glorious! There were several mountainous views, just enough beach time, and plenty of home cooking and relaxation. Although I've been to Alabama several times (stop one was to visit my grandma), I really would LOVE to visit Colorado, Arizona, and California.. perhaps I should make this a reality!

Although, I would also be content just going home for a bit (which I will be doing soon!) for some R&R. Including, of course, Big Star, homemade potato salad, and several bike rides around the marina. MMM.. I can already taste it.. more on this later..

And finally, in somewhat depressing news, Colin Hanks is engaged. Depressing, why? I always thought that I would meet him someday and he would instantly fall head over heels in love with me and wisk me away to meet his father. He certainly is a foxy chip off the ol' block. Le sigh.
p.s. all photos today courtesy of the internet. =)