Twenty years ago, I married my best friend. I’m so lucky to have someone that I still absolutely enjoy spending time with…. even if it’s a long road trip along the coast on windy roads that caused me to use my invisible passenger-brakes. 😅 Life is an adventure that I absolutely love with this guy. I’m looking forward to many more years together. [Read more…]
Homeownership & Lifestyle
Homeownership is more than a mortgage — it’s about community, lifestyle, and long-term planning.
This section includes personal insights, community involvement, and home-related topics that reflect the broader experience of owning and living in the great Pacific Northwest.
Two Anniversaries, One Very Memorable Date
April 1, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Pacific Coast Road Trip in Our EV: A 19-Day Itinerary from Seattle to Palm Desert and Back
March 29, 2026 by Leave a Comment
In late January, my husband and I packed up our Ford Lightning and headed south on an impromptu road trip with two goals: travel as much of the coast as possible, and make it to Palm Desert in time to watch the Seahawks win the Super Bowl. (Mission accomplished on both counts.)
After sharing a few highlights in a recent client mailer, several of you asked for the full itinerary — so here it is. Whether you’re planning your own Pacific Coast drive or just enjoy a good road trip story, I hope this is helpful.
A note: we intentionally avoided I-5 as much as possible, opting for Highway 1 along the coast. It adds time but the scenery is incomparable. [Read more…]
Presidents Day Reflections
February 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Today, as we celebrate Presidents Day, I’ve been thinking about a leader who shaped so much of what we’re able to enjoy today — especially when we’re out on the open road.
Theodore Roosevelt wasn’t just a president — he was a conservationist who believed deeply in protecting America’s natural beauty for future generations.
One of my favorite quotes from him:
“There can be nothing in the world more beautiful than the Yosemite, the groves of the giant sequoias and redwoods, the Canyon of the Colorado, the Canyon of the Yellowstone.”
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and reflect on his enduring message of justice, compassion, and equality.
“Man must evolve for all human conflict a method which rejects revenge, aggression and retaliation. The foundation of such a method is love.”
May we continue striving to lead with understanding, kindness, and respect for one another and lead with love.
Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas from The Mortgage Porter
December 24, 2025 by Leave a Comment
As the year comes to a close, I want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season.
This time of year is a reminder to slow down, reflect, and appreciate what matters most — home, family, friends, and the sense of comfort and security that comes from having a place to call your own. [Read more…]
