Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
A perfect day begins with a trip to Starbucks and a walk at our favorite park on the shores of Lake Washington. We tried twice earlier this week to do just that but each time were turned back by the cold, wind, and rain. One… Continue Reading “A Spring Walk at Coulon”
Behind my house in Renton there are 22 acres of woods. You can see them through the fence in my backyard where they provide a wonderful backdrop of green making my own gardening efforts easier. I have enjoyed their quiet beauty and the birds and wildlife… Continue Reading “Tiffany Park Woods Revisited”
Okay, so full disclosure here: I am a native Seattleite through and through and very loyal. When I grew up here you only passed through Tacoma on the way to somewhere else (usually to grandma’s house) and you did it quickly while holding your… Continue Reading “Trek to Tacoma and Ruston Way”
Though we had intermittent rain most of the day it stopped long enough tonight for a lovely sunset. ~ Susanne
We finally got the rain free day we were waiting for and decide to spend it on a trip to Lincoln Park and Alki Beach in West Seattle. After a short drive we arrive at the park and hike a lovely trail through some patches… Continue Reading “A Daytrip to Lincoln Park and Alki Beach”
Another cold and rainy day in the Pacific Northwest and a Monday besides. Though all things are green in the garden, work will have to wait. We have been promised a day of sunshine this week and are hoping the promise is not vain. Tucked… Continue Reading “Rainy Days and Mondays”
And patches of blue .. Enjoy them while you can for they are fleeting…. Brought to you by springtime in the Pacific Northwest. ~ Susanne
I woke up this morning to the sound of another torrential downpour and after much consideration over a steaming latte decided I would not be deterred. There would be enough breaks in the rain and places to shelter; I would proceed with plans to work in the… Continue Reading “Working in the Garden on a Rainy Morning”
“Okay boys,” I said. “Spring is here and it’s a sunny day. I’d like to get a few shots of you two in the garden, okay?” “Fine by me,” says Tiger. “How about this?” “Perfect,” I say. “Alright with me’” says Benji. “How’s this?”… Continue Reading “Kittie Photo Shoot in the Garden”