For the purposes of this article, I will refer to the area as CHOP, which existed for a few weeks in June, 2020. This area was initially known as CHAZ for Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone but eventually transitioned to CHOP.Capitol Hill is my home. The rolling hills of the Capitol Hill neighborhood in Seattle remain near and dear to my heart. Greenery abounds in every … [Read more...] about The Art of Seattle CHOP (Capitol Hill Occupied Protest) — a photo gallery
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The best things to do in West Seattle, including Alki Beach
Go West!The formal start of Seattle traces roots back to a group of settlers from New York who arrived on Alki Beach, at the point of West Seattle, in 1851. It's believed the eager pioneers chose to name the point of land jutting into Puget Sound "New York", and one of the Duwamish Indians added "Alki" to the end, which was a Chinook Indian term for "by and by." The name New … [Read more...] about The best things to do in West Seattle, including Alki Beach
The 10 best views of the Seattle skyline
Seattle is an amazing city with one of the most beautiful backdrops in the world -- vast expanses of water and majestic mountains rising in all directions. The downtown area roars with skyscrapers and cranes building even more of the tall geometric shapes, while the surrounding hills provide endless rows of condo and apartment buildings as well as houses that started popping … [Read more...] about The 10 best views of the Seattle skyline
Photo Gallery: Pacific Northwest Spring flowers, a salve for our hearts in the time of corona virus
Introduction -- Nature is my medicineThroughout my life, in periods of darkness or profound sorrow, I've leaned into the natural world for help. Love and light always follow, even if not in the manner expected. Whether looking out my back window or actively hiking in a national park --trees, plants, animals and sunlight are my friends, bringing optimism and support that … [Read more...] about Photo Gallery: Pacific Northwest Spring flowers, a salve for our hearts in the time of corona virus
Rooftop bar Seattle: 10 of the best
Are there rooftop bars in Seattle? Perhaps because we are so well watered here in the Pacific Northwest, commercial real estate doesn't focus on outside seating areas, especially in the restaurant and bar scene. Still, when the sun pops out from three months worth of storm clouds, it can be nice to celebrate by sipping a favorite beverage outside, enjoying the faint Seattle … [Read more...] about Rooftop bar Seattle: 10 of the best
