Sunday Drive to Historic Port Townsend

May 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment

Port Townsend WA SailboatsPort Townsend is one of Washington’s most charming coastal towns, known for its Victorian architecture, waterfront views, and rich maritime history.

On this Sunday Drive, we explored historic downtown Port Townsend, local shops, scenic overlooks, and the unique character that makes this town a favorite for visitors and future residents alike. If you’re considering a visit or exploring life in a smaller Washington community, this guide offers a visual and personal look at what makes Port Townsend special. [Read more…]

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I’m BACK from my Pointless vacation in the San Juan Islands and British Columbia

August 31, 2014 by Leave a Comment

I’m back home in Seattle from a two week (okay, just over 2 week) vacation on our sailboat, Pointless. We cruised the San Juans, up to Princess Louisa Islet and returned home via the Canadian Gulf Islands. The sailboat is newer to us – we’ve had it almost a year. She’s a Valiant 40 that was built in 1985. We purchased her from the original owners who sailed her around the world while living aboard. My husband has spent the last year lovingly sprucing her up and this vacation was the longest voyage she (or I) have been on to date!

Pointless Jones Island Aug 2014 San Juans

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Sunday Drive to Washington Park Arboretum | Exploring One of Seattle’s Most Scenic Green Spaces

November 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The Washington Park Arboretum is one of Seattle’s most peaceful and scenic destinations, offering miles of walking paths, waterfront views, and curated plant collections just minutes from downtown.

On this Sunday Drive, we explored the Arboretum during the fall season — when colors, reflections, and quiet moments make it especially memorable. This post offers a visual look at the Arboretum and why it continues to be a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike.

One of the best things about having a new puppy in our family has been taking him out on walks to various parks around the area. Yesterday, my husband and I took Scupper, a Flat Coated Retriever, to Washington Arboretum Park.

flat coated retriever at washington arboretum park in Seattle

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Fall in West Seattle’s Lincoln Park

October 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Yesterday we took our six month old puppy to Lincoln Park in West Seattle for a walk. I thought I’d share some of the spectacular fall colors from my one of my favorite parks.

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Seattle Sunday Drive to Olympic Sculpture Park

April 8, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Last week, on our anniversary, we decided to check out the Olympic Sculpture Park which is located in the heart of Seattle on Western Avenue.  Seattle Sculpture Park

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Sunday Drive to San Juan Islands

August 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment

We recently took a family vacation and celebrated my husband’s birthday with our teens in the San Juan Islands. San Juan Island is beautiful and really not that far away from Seattle if you catch the non-stop ferry out of Anacortes.

San Juan Islands WA Roache Harbor
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Walla Walla Weekend

April 17, 2011 by 1 Comment

Col Solare Winery in Walla Walla

Walla Walla is one of Washington’s most well-known wine regions, offering a mix of vineyards, small-town charm, and scenic surroundings.

This Sunday Drive shares a weekend spent exploring Walla Walla — from local tasting rooms to the relaxed pace that makes the area such a popular destination for visitors and a place many people return to again and again. [Read more…]

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Sunday Drive to Mount Baker – Bellingham

March 6, 2011 by Leave a Comment

We decided to spend the long Presidents Day weekend at Mt. Baker with our kids for a short family vacation.

We rented a condo at Snowater, in Glacier, just minutes from snowboarding, skiing or inner-tubing in the beautiful scenery of Mt. Baker.   The condo at Snowater is located just off the north fork of the Nooksack River and did not have internet access or cable tv…yep, we were unplugged for the weekend and it was wonderful!   Snowater does have other ammenities (indoor pool, ping pong, etc.) which our kids really enjoyed.  A majority of our time was spent on Baker. It takes about 2-3 hours to reach Mt. Baker from Seattle.   Do check driving conditions (chains may be required) for Baker. [Read more…]

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