Every now and then I stumble upon a hidden gem in the Seattle area that rocks my nature-loving world. It isn't always the physical attributes as much as the spirit, or feeling I get while amidst wise old trees and densely thick ground covers that usually hold an impassioned version of the color green. My connection, or internal "pop" is what endears me to a particular place … [Read more...] about West Hylebos Wetlands Park — hidden treasure of suburban Seattle
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The most inspiring art of Seattle University — a photo gallery
Pandemic life in Seattle offers ups and down and many uncertainties -- as we're in a strange zone of things opening back up, only to close a few months later. Almost a year into Covid-19 it feels like nothing is for certain and an oppressive fog, literally and figuratively, might seem to be closing around us, with limited choices for spending free time. But even as our … [Read more...] about The most inspiring art of Seattle University — a photo gallery
The best ways to explore the secrets revealed on the Trail of Ten Falls — Silver Falls State Park, Oregon
Oregon stands in the hearts and minds of many across the world as a bastion of nature -- the dripping green kind -- centered around water. From the flowing tides of the Oregon Coast amongst iconic rock stacks like Haystack Rock to the heavenly expanse of the Columbia River Gorge, the Beaver State provides abundant H20 in practically any inspiring natural setting imaginable. … [Read more...] about The best ways to explore the secrets revealed on the Trail of Ten Falls — Silver Falls State Park, Oregon
9 Best Tacoma North End Restaurants | Where to Eat in Tacoma, Washington
"Over a hundred years ago, my ancestors moved from Ireland to the tiny town called Ruston, which at the time was an enclave surrounded mostly by rural landscape, except for the copper smelter. Today this area blends into the rest of Tacoma city limits — on the North End of town. This part of the city has many cultural and tourism areas, including numerous waterfront … [Read more...] about 9 Best Tacoma North End Restaurants | Where to Eat in Tacoma, Washington
Seattle in Winter — the best outdoor things to do
Seattle may be best known for our well-watered greenery, particularly during the darkest, dampest time of the year. Thoughts of moss practically growing underneath the shoes go hand in hand with brooding coffee shops and entire garment industries supporting waterproof everything. No, we don't use umbrellas -- thank you! And, while I've written about Spring flowers as a salve … [Read more...] about Seattle in Winter — the best outdoor things to do
