It was a great day in DC yesterday. Weather was iffy because of intermittent hard rain but I managed to always be inside for the worst of it. I had a 10-12 mile bike ride with Bruce with a couple of long hills which I was able to do pretty easily on his lighter bike – even without full range of gears. We rode in thunder and wind but we got in just before the downpour. I don’t mind the sweating with Habitat and cycling. I have got to cycle more in Nashville.
I then went to Crate and Barrel with friend to look at furniture options for her new condo. I used the opportunity to think through what I want to do with my living room once I get my grandparents dining room table and chairs. My layout is limited because of needing clearance for the door to the deck that swings in. I think I will do a chaise for Carli and I to watch TV on and then I found the great chair that I would actually consider paying Crate and Barrel prices for. This chaise has full storage under it – huge bonus. I am pretty sure I can find something similar that is not quite so expensive.
We then went to have dinner at Maggiano’s which has a killer eggplant Parmesan. We had eaten there many times before when I lived here. I tried to prepare myself for the letdown I might feel with diminished taste, but it was great. There was enough flavor from the bread and oil, salad and marino combined with the wonderful textures that it was almost a full dining experience.
We then went International wine shopping at Trader Joes and found a French, Spanish and my favorite wine label of all times from Portugal. The French labels are soooooo boring.
Got to get ready for another ride. My hand was a bit sore riding without the brace so I wore it for the second half. I had no pain when I was finished so I think I am ready to ride when I get back to Nashville.
Tamara Unleashed 