Hello all! Just wanted to offer a quick update for all those who are anxiously awaiting one. We have had a busy month since I last wrote. Just about every weekend has provided some kind of adventure for us. We had visits from both sets of parents. My parents, as well as my sister and her boyfriend, Greg, were treated to a grand tour of Boston, including a visit to the Top of the Hub. That night we had dinner at Strega in the North End, which I would highly recommend to anyone. I've eaten in the North End several times, and this was easily the best food and the best all-around experience I've ever had (the commercials don't lie). The weekend Sarah's parents visited we went to our favorite restaurant in Newton, The Local. Their visit also meant that we got to see Jessie, and she was gracious enough to allow me to practice my photography skills on her.
Two weekends ago Sarah and I went up to Portsmouth, NH on Saturday night after Sarah got out of work (yes, she's been working Saturdays for the past month). That day, while Sarah was working, I brewed my first batch of beer. The beer making kit and ingredients for an IPA were Christmas gifts from Sarah's parents, and I had been anxiously awaiting an opportunity to brew my first batch. Time will tell whether my first attempt is a success or not; I bottled the brew this past weekend and will not be tasting it for another three weeks.
Sarah and I had a great time in Portsmouth. We first stopped for a quick beer and appetizer at the always excellent Portsmouth Brewery. After doing a bit of walking, we settled on River House Restaurant for dinner. Finally, we stopped at Portsmouth Gaslight Co. for some live music and a night cap. The next day was beautiful, and we took full advantage of it. We started with a walk through and around the town, then began our drive down the Seacoast. We stopped along the way for a walk along the water at a start park in Rye (a few pictures are below). From there, we continued south before coming across a roadside restaurant, Petey's Summertime Seafood, where we enjoyed a late lunch. It was a fitting end to the type of weekend that makes you wish it were spring. And from the looks of this tree in our front yard, spring is not far away.
That's enough for now. As promised, below are a couple of pictures from our walk in Rye (click to enlarge, if you so desire). I will try to write again sooner rather than later. The next couple of weekends should provide some material to write about, so be sure to check back soon!
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