The wet season in Seattle can feel oppressive. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest and connecting with nature from an early age, I enjoy the healing and well-being that comes from forest bathing – rain or shine. But sometimes, this glee for mud puddles and wet cedar branches feels unique. Now you might be looking outside your window, watching vast droplets of … [Read more...] about Where to enjoy Seattle forest bathing in the rain
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Gardens in Seattle — the 18 best places to go into your own nature
Seattle has been my home for over ten years, and in that time I’ve explored just about every corner of the Emerald City and areas around the Salish Sea. The pandemic offered me a gift of anchoring down and getting even more familiar with the open green spaces in our beautiful part of the world. I’ve always had a special connection to nature, but my mystic heart opened even … [Read more...] about Gardens in Seattle — the 18 best places to go into your own nature
The best way to revive in a Salish Sea day trip — Bainbridge Island and the Kitsap Peninsula
These are challenging times. I won’t give specific negativities airtime in this article, but it’s hard to deny the calamities that seem to exist in every corner of our local atmosphere and across the globe. When I get the urge to just bury my head into the sand, I know it’s time to reconnect with the land. What do I mean by reconnecting with the … [Read more...] about The best way to revive in a Salish Sea day trip — Bainbridge Island and the Kitsap Peninsula
Moving to Seattle — 13 great ways to connect with Washington
Post summary: a helpful list of easy ways to connect with nature for those new or moving to Seattle. Seattle has been my home for ten years now. The abundance of nature in every direction inspires me everyday — flowing waterways, majestic mountain peaks and green textures all combine to form a rich fabric of organic goodness. My life living in the Capitol Hill … [Read more...] about Moving to Seattle — 13 great ways to connect with Washington
Live Like A Local In Seattle With The Amazing Matthew
Well... I don't know how amazing I am, but Johnny from You Choose My Adventure invited me to contribute to his “Live Like a Local” series that features a different city in the world each week. Although I grew up in Portland and still love Oregon, Seattle has been home for ten years and the vast beauty -- powered by abundant water -- still leaves me in awe. I'm so thankful to … [Read more...] about Live Like A Local In Seattle With The Amazing Matthew