September is a great month to be on vacation. The weather in Seattle is still nice, but the crowds at the parks, beaches and downtown are smaller because the kids are all back in school. So here’s a rundown of the various things I’ve enjoyed since my layoff:

• Went kayaking in the Washington Park Arboretum
• Attended a pre-season football game at Qwest Field (gotta love those tight pants)
• Upgraded my web server to PHP 5
• Spent time with my family before my brother’s wedding
• Made a huge pot of homemade chili

I have plenty more things planned for my time off, including more work on my business and job interviews. It has been a nice break from the usual routine.