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Have you ever been completely overjoyed about a Friday? I had that sort of week that by Wednesday I was in disbelief it was *only* Wednesday. When the Mister confirmed it, I really wanted to say, “Wait. What? It can’t be!” but quickly realized arguing about what day it was wouldn’t help matters. It’s like when someone argues with you […]

Early spring in Seattle means holding on to certain parts of your winter wardrobe (coat and wool scarf), while digging wildly through the attic for pieces you put away after the summer or fall (lighter cotton cardigans and flats), and grabbing a few items you always keep handy in the front closet (rain boots and […]

Yesterday felt a little bit like summer was taking its final bow in Seattle. This summer has been fantastic and unreal (dare I say “fantastically unreal”?). It arrived early in June – a major treat in Seattle – and is doing its best to stay in September. Lately the crisp fall air has been greeting us […]

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJCFnqrYfcU&w=560&h=315] If Sasquatch kicks off the summer, Bumbershoot – Seattle’s three-day arts festival – marks its end. If you like quality tunes by both indie and mainstream artists (and comedians) and wish to support the arts all while enjoying the creature comforts of downtown Seattle, Bumbershoot is right up your alley. Just make sure to grab your sunglasses. […]

A Backyard Tourist is a local who sheds their city routines and sees it like a giant playground to explore and enjoy. If I were to play Backyard Tourist in Seattle for a day I’d start with breakfast at Cafe Campange. Afterwards I’d poke around Kennedy Watson, one of my favorite local shops. Next, since I’m […]

When March arrives in Seattle, it arrives with a lion’s roar. It can be cold and rainy with a cutting wind in the morning but by mid-afternoon it can feel blissfully warm in the sun. Here are my two favorite ways to tackle the crazy yo-yoing weather. For Sunday brunch with friends, I start with the basics with […]

This week the boys and I are escaping a kitchen remodeling project by hanging out with our Gigi in Port Orchard. Life here includes a huge backyard for the boys and dog to run around and dinners made with lots of Italian love. It’s a nice change from our day to day life in Seattle. […]

…Ballard Farmers Market.

…the Seattle waterfront. {image from yesterday’s ferry ride, but had great difficulty uploading it.}