So far this week I've been enjoying a rare respite from meetings. I've been catching up on various activities including what is known at the foundation as 'Unison archaeology' - or mining our grants database for recent grant reports and correspondence. Unison is not the easiest database to search but there is a wealth of information that is helpful in setting the context for the grants I am working on. I've also been completing the outstanding online training on my list - including tips on traveling to high risk countries as well as an inspiring commencement speech given by foundation CEO Sue Desmond-Hellmann to graduates from the University of Washington School of Public Health.
The weather continues hot and sunny, so I have been continuing my stairway walks after work - yesterday I explored southwest Queen Anne which has more lovely views of Seattle across downtown to Mount Rainier in the south as well as across Elliott Bay to Alki Point, Bainbridge Island and Magnolia. I treated myself to a happy hour glass of vinho verde and tapenade at the conveniently located 'Sitting Room' on the walk home. This evening I have a three mile loop planned in northwest Queen Anne finishing at the Holy Mountain brewing company for a pre-birthday celebration and to stock up on supplies for Jonathan's visit at the weekend.
Despite the paucity of meetings there has been no lack of food at the foundation - both today and yesterday I enjoyed free bacon and bagel brunches, and this evening there is a happy hour. A nice way to gear up for my birthday weekend!
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