I began writing this piece last summer, when I returned to Seattle for a few days after having been in Texas over a year. Everyone who has moved between cities has a story, or at least a collection of observations. These are mine. - After four hours in the air, I make my way towards… Continue reading on moving across the country & outgrowing a city
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experiencing Alki
We used paper Starbucks cups to build castles in the sand. As children my siblings and I were so proud of these already collapsing towers, knowing they'd be lapped up by the approaching tide hours after their creation. They were beautiful despite their transitory existence- maybe because of it. We delighted in the ability… Continue reading experiencing Alki
the best 7 coffee shops in downtown Seattle
Seattle is known for its abundance of coffee houses. Whether you're into small businesses, organic coffee or brand name giants, there's something here for you. So with such an embarrassment of riches, where is one to head for the best coffee experience in downtown Seattle? Hint: it's not Starbucks. Here are some wonderful options for… Continue reading the best 7 coffee shops in downtown Seattle
in love with autumn
This is an updated version of last year's fall post from my old blog... If fall isn't the time to refresh things, what is? Welcome to autumn! If you're not already crazily, fantastically excited about this beautiful season, by the end of this post you should be. If you're living in a part of the… Continue reading in love with autumn
Breakfast at The Edgewater
My grandmother and I are both early risers. The other day we met up for breakfast and were rudely reminded that the rest of the world doesn't get up as early as we do... none of the eateries we could think of were open until 11 or 11:30. After a bit of driving, we decided… Continue reading Breakfast at The Edgewater