A Trip North

Nestled in the PNW is the charming town of La Conner, located on Swinomish Channel in northwest Washington State. It’s a popular place to visit during the Tulip Festival which happens every spring, and can draw up to one million visitors. Internet images TheTravelsketcher and I enjoyed a trip there last week to celebrate our... Continue Reading →

Travel Quote

If happiness is the goal - and it should be - then adventures should be the top priority. Richard Branson Kayaking off San Juan Island, Washington State

The Big Blast

On a beautiful, bright Sunday morning in May, 1980, I left my home in Yakima, Washington to drive to my job just a few miles away. It was 7:45 a.m. and I needed to clock in at 8 a.m. It truly was a gorgeous morning, with bright blue skies, chirping birds and the temperatures were... Continue Reading →

Nature Quote

In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be controlled, bent in weird ways and they’re still beautiful. Alice Walker Orcas Island, Washington State

Travel Quote

A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for. John A. Shedd San Juan Islands, Washington State, USA Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

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