In the last few weeks I have blogged about our two visits to San Diego this year, and there is still more to tell; including our amazing Airbnb experiences and a visit to the waterfront area. On our most recent visit we stayed at a delightful Airbnb studio located in the North Park neighborhood. Our... Continue Reading →
Ramble at Gold Creek Pond
I had intended to write more about San Diego this week, but life has a way of interrupting our plans and intentions, c'est la vie. Instead, I will post a short blog about a recent stroll we took around Gold Creek Pond, and next week I'll continue writing about San Diego. Gold Creek Pond is... Continue Reading →
Sunny San Diego
Every winter my husband and I get away from the grey and gloomy weather of the Pacific Northwest for a short vacation in the sun, this past winter, we chose San Diego for our destination. This was my first visit there and I quickly realized why so many of my family members and friends love... Continue Reading →
Rock Canyon Vineyards
A winery tour and tasting is always a great way to spend an afternoon. However, it's hard to top a tour and tasting shared with loved ones in a beautiful, rustic setting. Add to that some remarkable wines, rescued animals and a skinny-dipping three year old, and you have a perfect afternoon! That is exactly... Continue Reading →
View From Above
Paine Field in Everett, WA, opened for commercial flights earlier this year, and oh my, it is quite a swanky place to hang out before a flight! The passenger terminal is gorgeous and feels like you're in a private airline lounge. With fire places at both ends, fresh flowers, over stuffed couches, comfortable chairs, a... Continue Reading →
Seven Things to do in Sydney, Australia
What do you think of when you imagine Sydney? The opera house may come to mind for some, Sydney Harbour Bridge might come to mind for others. You might also think of restaurants, pubs, street markets and some of the world's most poisonous snakes and spiders. Thankfully, I did not see any snakes, but I... Continue Reading →
Barcelona or Madrid, Tough Decision!
Barcelona and Madrid, two very different cities, each with its own vibe. Barcelona is playful and child like, where Madrid feels like the mature, older sibling. The influence of Antoni Goudi is vividly present in Barcelona, where as Madrid has a much more elegant feel with its grand boulevards. Both cities have much to offer,... Continue Reading →
Portland’s Waterfront Blues Festival
In 1979 my brother and I saw Eric Clapton in concert at the Seattle Center Coliseum, Muddy Waters was the warm up act. This was my introduction to blues, and what a great place to start. Fast forward 40 years to the Portland Waterfront Blues Festival, where, within minutes of arriving, I heard an artist... Continue Reading →
A Week in Provence
This week I will continue revisiting the five week European holiday that my husband and I took in October, 2017. A week in Provence with our dear friends was another highlight of our trip. Our time there was absolutely heavenly; the weather was perfect, high 70s and sunny, the pace was slow and relaxing, and... Continue Reading →