159 Day Streak

With my Move Goal set at 910 calories on my AppleWatch, I have reached the goal 159 days in a row. That's my longest streak ever. I broke my record of 155 days that I set just before I went to the Army/Navy game last December. With the shelter in place effectively continuing, it will be interesting to see how long I can continue the streak.

Canon Curbside

We are slipping back into a shelter in place mode. After deciding over the long holiday weekend that I was going to starting work from home again, we restarted our recent traditional of getting curbside takeout on Saturday night.

We got curbside takeout from Canon. This has been one of Sharon's favorite restaurants over the last couple of years. Sharon and I split Summer Peaches [Buttermilk, Candied Pecans, Charred Endive, Spicy Honey], Roasted Summer Squash [Black Bean Stuffed Squash Blossom, Zucchini, Romesco, Relish, Chile Oil] and Half Roasted Duck [Blueberry Urfa Sauce, Sprouted Wild Rice, Charred Spring Onion, Sweet Corn]. The food was very good.

We finished the day watching The King of Staten Island.

Back to Work from Home

Over the last five weeks, I have been going into the office at least four days a week.  Following the data, including our own internal command center reports, I decided over the long holiday weekend that I was going to start working from home again.

Shelter In Place - Day 81

Working from home over the last twelve weeks, I let my hair and beard grow. I shaved the beard off on Monday night before going back in the office on Tuesday. I am getting a haircut tomorrow. I will post some after pictures next week.

Drew and Shannon [Shelter in Place - Day 79]

In the afternoon, Sharon, Jack, Drew, Shannon and I did a loop through the Effie Yeaw Nature Center.  We covered about 2.25 miles.

Drew and Shannon headed back to Southern California in the late afternoon.  Drew has been here almost three weeks.  Shannon has been here two weeks.  It was great to spend so much time with them! Drew and I were trying to figure out when the last time we spent three weeks together.  Based on a suggestion by Morgan right after we saw her and Lee in March, we are planning a family vacation at Sea Ranch in August.  I am looking forward to having everyone together then.

I am going to use the "Shelter in Place" tag until I go back to work in the office. We are now targeting June 2 to start moving people back into the building.

As part of the rhythm of the last ten weeks, we have been getting curbside takeout on Saturday nights (Matteo's, Rey Azteca, Piatti, Canon, Matteos, Mikuni, Zinfandel Grille, Mandarian). This Saturday night, we got take-out from the Rey Azteca again.

Sharon, Jack and I finished the night watching Part 1 of the Lance 30 for 30 documentary.

Shelter in Place - Day 72

With things continuing to open up, I am going to use the "Shelter in Place" tag until I go back to work in the office. We are now targeting June 2 to start moving people back into the building.

In the early afternoon, Sharon, Drew, Shannon, Tiber and I did a loop around Ancil Hoffman Park. Sharon, Shannon and Drew took the Meadow Trail through Effie Yeaw, while Tiber skirted the edge of the nature perserve.

As part of the rhythm of the last ten weeks, we have been getting curbside takeout on Saturday nights (Matteo's, Rey Azteca, Piatti, Canon, Matteos, Mikuni, Zinfandel Grille). This Saturday night, we got take-out from the Mandarian.

We finishing the night watching the last two episodes of Survivor - All Stars.

Shelter in Place - Day 65

Although things are starting to open up, I am probably going to continue to use the "Shelter in Place" tag until I go back to work in the office. We are talking about starting to move people back into the office on May 26.

Saturday morning, Sharon, Jack, Drew and I drove out to Folsom Lake. Placer County received approval last week to start reopening a number of businesses. As we drove down Douglas Boulevard, I was a little shocked at the number of businesses open and the number of people out and about...

The plan for the day was a hike. We hiked northeast along the lake from Beeks Bight towards Rattlesnake Bar. I ran this section of the Pioneer Express Trail when I did the American River 50. Maps and pictures from the hike are here.

Shannon flew up from Southern California late in the day. Drew picked her up at the airport. They joined us for a late dinner.

As part of the rhythm of the last nine weeks, we have been getting curbside takeout on Saturday nights (Matteo's, Rey Azteca, Piatti, Canon, Matteos, Mikuni). This Saturday night, we got curbside take-out from Zinfandel Grille.

We split appetizers of CRISPY CALAMARI [Lightly battered and fried calamari with house made cocktail sauce and lemon aïoli] and SEARED CAJUN AHI TUNA [Rare Ahi Tuna, mixed greens, ginger vinaigrette, tangy orange glaze and jalapeño]. For entrees, Sharon had GRILLED ALASKAN HALIBUT [Fresh Halibut with roast pepper basil butter on a creamy ragout of sweet yellow corn, zucchini, potato with chili oil]. Shannon and I had PAPPARDELLE [House made pappardelle with sautéed shrimp, Andouille sausage, Italian sausage, asparagus, bell pepper, and garlic in a rouille pesto cream sauce with toasted garlic bread and topped with fresh parmesan]. Jack had a ITALIAN MEAT TRIO pizza [pepperoni, salami, Italian sausage, red bell peppers, tomato sauce and mozzarella]. Drew had PASTA BOLOGNESE [Penne pasta in Bolognese sauce with ground filet mignon, pork, garlic, carrot, tomato, onion topped with ricotta and parmesan cheese].

Drew, Shannon, Sharon and I finished the night visiting and listening to the Soundtrack of My Life until after midnight.

Shelter in Place - Day 58

As part of the rhythm of the last eight weeks, we have been getting curbside takeout on Saturday nights (Matteo's, Rey Azteca, Piatti, Canon, Matteos). This Saturday night, we got curbside take-out from Mikuni.

We got two orders of Gyoza GYOZA [crispy or pan-seared chicken potstickers], a green salad, freaky edamame and a platter D. The platter D included Sea Steak, BBQ Albacore, Garlic Salmon, FAIR OAKS ROLL [Panko shrimp, avocado, sauce, masago, onion], BOB'S ROLL [Cream cheese, crab mix, panko shrimp, avocado, salmon, sauce, masago, onion], MICHI ROLL [Panko shrimp, cream cheese, crab mix, avocado, seared tuna, sauce, masago, onion] and SPICY TUNA ROLL [Spicy tuna, cucumber, sesame seeds].

We finished the day watching two episodes of season 8 of Survivor.

Amsterdam Puzzle

Over the last few weeks, Sharon and Jack have worked on a Amsterdam puzzle on the kitchen counter.

We visited Amsterdam in June of 2016.

Shelter in Place - Day 55

Shelter in Place - Day 50

As part of the rhythm of the last seven weeks, we have been getting curbside takeout on Saturday nights (Matteo's, Rey Azteca, Piatti, Canon). With plans to play golf late tomorrow afternoon, we decided to shift to Friday night this week.

We went back to Matteos. I had a Blackened Shrimp & Mango Salad [Avocado, Pickled Red Onions, Feta, Cherry Tomatoes over Chopped Romaine and Mixed Greens, Tossed in a Citrus Vinaigrette and Topped with Mango Salsa], while both Jack and Sharon had The Cheese Burger [Marin Sun Farms Ground Beef, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickles & Garlic Aioli. Choice of Cheddar, Blue Cheese or Swiss with French Fries].

Eating dinner, we started watching Escape from New York.

Shelter In Place - Day 44

As part of the rhythm that we are living into, we have been getting curbside takeout on Saturday nights (Matteo's, Rey Azteca, Piatti). This week we got food from Canon. This has been one of Sharon's favorite restaurants over the last couple of years.

Sharon had Adobo Fried Chicken [Green and Purple Snow Pea Salad w/ Pickled Snap Peas, Crispy Quinoa, and Giadiniera Buttermilk Dressing, Palm Sugar Biscuits]. Jack had Half Rack of Ribs [espresso tamarind sauce, pickled fresno chilies, corn nuts, green papaya salad]. I had Crispy Lamb Pave [pickled raisins, espresso pickled carrots, mint yogurt, harissa, flatbread]. We split an order of Heirloom Beets [Nopales, Smoked Tofu, Mole Verde, Tortilla Paste, Beet-Charrones].

Eating dinner, we started watching The Godfather Part III. We watched The Godfather Part II two weeks ago and the The Godfather last weekend.

A footnote. Shopping at Raley's on Saturday morning, it felt like people are starting to take a more laissez faire towards the pandemic. It will be an interesting May...

Shelter In Place - Day 37

Except for Whole Foods and Raleys, I haven't been anywhere in the last five weeks. As part of the rhythm that we are starting to live into, we have been getting curbside takeout on Saturday nights (Matteo's, Rey Azteca). This week we got food from Piatti. We split a Romaine Caesar Salad [bread crumbs, shaved grana, buttermilk anchovy dressing]. I had Spaghetti [braised pork & ricotta meatballs, tomato sauce], while Jack had Orecchiette [5 hour pork & beef bolognese, extra virgin olive oil]. In a choice that surprised me, Sharon had Fennel Sausage wood fried pizza [asparagus, fontina, lemon panna].

Eating dinner, we watched The Godfather. I enjoyed it. I know that Sharon and I watched the movie at one point, but frankly didn't remember much of it. We watched Godfather II last weekend and will probably watch Godfather III in the near future.

Shelter In Place - Day 30

We got take out from Rey Azteca. I had a two item combo with Red Sauce Enchilada with Marinated Chicken, Mexican Style Soft Taco with Grilled chicken, Refried Beans and Spanish Rice. Jack had an All Meat Burrito with Grilled Chicken. Sharon had Fajitas with Shrimp, Whole Pinto Beans, Lime-Cilantro Rice and Flour Tortillas. We also got three 🍸🍸🍸😍👌Cadillac Margaritas.

Eating dinner, we started watching Godfather Part II. At three hours and twenty-two minutes long, we decided to split the movie over two nights.

Shelter In Place - Day 23

After watching the Jesuit High School Mass on YouTube, we got take out from Matteo's. Sharon and I had a meal for two that included Asiago Polenta Fries [Crispy Polenta, Shredded Asiago & Basil Marinara], House Salad [Mixed Greens tossed in a Red Wine Vinaigrette topped with Carrots and Cucumbers] and Penne Bolognese [Spicy Pork & Beef Ragu, Mushrooms & Asiago Cheese]. Jack had Seafood Gnocchi.

After dinner, we watched Ocean's 11. Jack was listening to The Ringer's rewatchable podcasts on the flight home last week and suggested the movie. The rewatchable podcast for Ocean's 11 is here. I have a vague memory of seeing the movie before.

Shelter In Place - Day 17

I started working from home two weeks ago Friday. Sharon started to work from home the following week. I have taken over the den upstairs, while Sharon is spread out on the dining room table downstairs.

The den has been a dumpster fire. We dragged a ton of stuff into the room when we moved from Marina Point eight years ago. We actually had two separate rooms set up as offices in the old house. Over the last two weekends, we have cleaned out the room. It is now a much more comfortable and useable space.

Shelter In Place - Day 10

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