Summer Vacation in Your Own City: Austin

Summer Vacation in Your Own City: Austin

This guest poster might not need an introduction, but I’m going to introduce her anyway. Courtney is one of my best friends ever in the whole wide world. We lived together for five years starting when I was 19 or 20. I’m too old to remember exactly. She Gives It A... Read More
Wheelhouse Coffee in Seattle

Wheelhouse Coffee in Seattle

I almost didn’t want to share my special place with you…but I am. Wheelhouse Coffee is pretty much my third home. If it’s a weekday and I’m not at home or at my office, there’s a 90% chance that I’m here. When Georgia and I found out that our beloved Uptown Espresso... Read More
Bemis Building: Modern Conscience

Bemis Building: Modern Conscience

A couple of weeks ago I went to the Bemis Art Community’s Spring Art Show at the Bemis Building, where you’ll find some really cool live/work spaces for artists in Seattle’s SoDo neighborhood. It’s fun to see the artwork on display, but my favorite part is touring the... Read More
Hot Toddy in Olympia

Hot Toddy in Olympia

Several weeks ago we decided to head down to Olympia to check out the farmers market and some shops. The farmers market was closed for winter. Bummer. Luckily, I found this really cool boutique, Hot Toddy, that kept me occupied for a while. The window display was full... Read More
Burnt Sugar in Seattle

Burnt Sugar in Seattle

I’m really lucky to live in a neighborhood that is full of cool boutiques, delicious food, and quirky celebrations. Burnt Sugar is one of my favorite go-to shops for fun cards and gifts. You can find all sorts of colorful things in this shop, from bottle openers to... Read More