Today was a good day. That is, until my wife and I looked at new homes in Kitsap County--west of Tacoma. The model that we toured was a much better value for the money than our home--the home we moved into last December. From a commute standpoint, the home in the McCormick Woods area would be much worse than where we are. However, the land would be at least three times larger, making life better for the dogs. Add to that the hiking trails, the golf course, the wooded areas that would never be built upon. And did I mention the house? Bigger, features that I had to pay extra for are standard, and apparently a higher standard of quality in construction--all for less than we paid.

Drat!

Yes, I have buyer's remorse. However, there is not much we can do at this point. And, as my Dad would say, "There's always another one."

We spent some time driving--very fast--in the M5. We had drinks in Gig Harbor while watching the Mariners lose and Tiger Woods win. Later, my wonderful wife kick started some decorating chores--placing pictures, laying down a rug--that made the house look nice.

All in all, a very good day.