We decided to drive up to Bellingham today via Chuckanut Drive. 
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A Sunday Drive to Chuckanut Drive
February 17, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Friday Fun: My Encounter with Phil Smart
February 8, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Last Saturday, my husband and I went to the 2008 Chinese New Year Gala Auction. This was a benefit for cancer research at Children’s Hospital, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and UW Medicine. It’s an amazing event which includes a Luly Yang run-way fashion show, live dancing, great food and wonderful people.
I’ve had the opportunity to see Phil Smart Sr. speak at many charitable events, including the New Teacher’s Breakfast I used to help organize when I volunteered for the Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce Community Development Committee. He seems very genuine. Back to my story…
The event was over and everyone was going for their coats and I noticed Phil Smart walking towards his wife and I pointed him out whispering to my friend, Julie, asking if she knew who he was. His friend noticed I was watching and asked if we would like to meet Phil. I was very honored to do so and to tell him how much I appreciate all he has done for our community. He humbly replied that he’s lucky he receives all the attention he does, many others are just as charitable and do not receive the recognition. I was thrilled. Then when my husband and I were walking out of the Sheraton, we saw Mr. Smart and he gestured to us. He told my husband, “I’m not a fisherman, however, she’s a keeper!” Why yes I am!
.Jack Block Park in West Seattle
January 27, 2008 by 1 Comment
Today my husband and I stumbled upon a park that we probably have driven by at least 100 times! Jack Block Park in West Seattle on Harbor Avenue.
It’s industrial meets Mother Nature with the shipping lanes and Elliott Bay. Lately a pack of Sea Lions have hanging around too. What a treat! We also ventured into Harbor Island…more posts will follow. Click here for more photos.
The parks throughout West Seattle are just one of the many reasons why people like to call West Seattle (Best Seattle) home!
Join Dawn’s Army and the Big Climb for Leukemia
January 19, 2008 by Leave a Comment
A troop from The Talon Group will be climbing the Columbia Tower stairwells on March 16, 2008 to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
These title and escrow employees of Talon are assembling to be part of Dawn’s Army. Dawn also works at Talon and was recently diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia. [Read more…]
Andrew Will’s 2005 Release Party on Vashon Island
September 9, 2007 by Leave a Comment
This was our first time being invited to Andrew Will on Vashon Island. It was a perfect day…how can you beat the weather and a short ferry trip to Vashon Island? We weren’t sure what to expect at Andrew Will…it was delightful.
