Trees to the Sea

Today I participated in a fun volunteer project. Over 700 people gathered early this morning to plant 120 trees along Imperial Highway, adjacent to LAX.
This marvelous event was organized by the Tree Musketeers (http://www.treemusketeers.org/news/news.asp?ID=154). 70 members of my company (http://www.freshandeasy.com/) participated.
My group of 8 volunteers cleared weeds, picked up trash, gathered recyclables, and most importantly planted 4 beautiful pines (not sure what variety exactly).

There where lots of ladybugs, for some reason this facinated me.

It was a tremendously rewarding experience to participate this event. I know trees are one of God's most beautiful creations and have a profound love for them.

Hooray trees!

too long

Wow, the past three months have been a blur. Working for a start-up company is quite an experience. I realize now that there are so many things you take for granted working for an established company. However, I am excited to say that we are open and trading at 13 total locations spread out between LA, OC, and SD.

You can see more about us on our website http://freshandeasy.com/home.aspx

We've definitely had our growing pains, but managed to open to rave reviews. The amount of press we've had is impressive, and most of it very positive.

Well that's it for now, hope y'all haven't given up on me entirely!

The Dog Park

Dog parks have become a wonderful aspect of urban and suburban life for many dog lovers. The chance to see your friend running around and playing with other dogs is a joy. This is especially true in urban areas which lack the open space where dogs can be taken to run and enjoy an open environment.


Dog parks that I have visited are also social institutions where pet parents can sociallize with each other. Dogs make tremendous ice-breakers!


Back in San Diego I would occasionally visit Kearney Mesa dog park. Located near Mesa College, I would frequently umpire at the adjacent field and take J over to run a round in between games and afterwards.


Here in Redondo Beach I am fortunate (by design) to have a dog park less than a block away! (X marks home.)
Redondo Beach Dog Park <http://www.rbdogpark.com/> is a large park with seperate, enclosed areas for small (blue outline) and large dogs (red outline). This large dog area is roughly 50-60 yards wide and 300 yards long, providing lots of space for dozens of dogs to run and play.


Like most evenings we went over there today. Some pictures:

Oh Boy!

Here we come!

Ready!

Go!

Logo contest continued

Newest entry:

Inspired by our BPL, composed by me :)

In case you miss him

J pic for the day:

I love food!

OK OK I have been pretty negligent of my blog lately, July was a crazy month for me. Glad to know your'all checking though :)

Topics can be tought to come up with, but here's a recent highlight:

Phuket Thai! (I prefer the improper pronounciation) and they deliver! http://phuketthairb.com/

I discovered them from a local shopper guide that is delivererd to addresses around here. I decided to order:

12. PO PIA – Fresh spring roll

and

74. TOOW HOO KRA TIAM-Garlic Tofu

Oh so tasty!

A room of my own

I am thrilled to say that the apartment search is over. I signed a rental agreement last Friday for my first choice place. I will be enjoying the cool ocean breezes of Redondo Beach. Just over a mile to the water and a short commute to work. But the best thing is, a short walk to the dog park!!! Hooray puppy dog!