The weather was dry this weekend, so we drove down to Powellswood Garden in Federal Way. We've never been there in January, and the massive banana trees and giant gunneras had collapsed into a soggy mess on the ground. In a few weeks, the tops will emerge again like prehistoric creatures.
It was peaceful, although cold and muddy so we didn't walk down into the ravine. The 3-acre garden is incredibly fecund, planted on an old county plant composting site. One of our favorite hidden places.
On the way home, McDonald hamburgers in the front seat of the car. Sigh. Memories are made of this. The dining rooms in most fast food restaurants are still closed. Finding a clean restroom when you are out and about is almost impossible these days.
We wonder sometimes if McDonalds will ever reopen the lobbies, making money hand over fist with a limited drive thru menu. It looked like the kitchen was staffed with a gaggle of confused teenagers. They don't even supply them with the dorky uniform, no doubt making it a more attractive place to work for kids.
Anyway. Sunday was all about football and what exciting games. How about those Bengals? I love it when the underdog wins. We have family in Cincinnati, making it all the sweeter.
Well, today we say a fond farewell, or maybe good riddance, to the long month of January. And everyone looking forward to spring days and lighter times ahead.
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