Dinner View
Having a wonderful, outdoor, socially distanced dinner with Giovannina’s parents. Can’t help but smile every time I see this view.
Royal Basin
My first ever backpacking trip in Washington State was to Royal Basin. This was back in the summer of 2004. My friend Jim “Hot Pants” Watkins (don’t ask) was visiting and we both wanted to do a trip in the … Continued
Hood Canal and Family
We’re blessed to have a wonderful, loving family who all get along with each other and can celebrate the finest things in life- good health, loving, supportive relationships and the joys of playing in the ocean on a hot day. … Continued
Trail Therapy
I’ve been wanting to get out for a mountain bike ride for a while. Did a short lap up Grand Ridge in Issaquah on Friday and while I hugged and puffed more than I want to admit, being back in … Continued
Sunday Paddle
We’ve been trying to get out for as many long paddles as we can in preparation for our big trip. This time we decided to launch from Lowman Beach north of Lincoln Park and head south to Three Tree Point. … Continued
Spring Foraging – Stinging Nettles
This time of year, there are several different plants that can be foraged for food. One of my favorites, though a prickly one to harvest, is Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica). This plant is very nutritious, full of minerals and vitamin. … Continued
Spring Foraging – Maple Blossoms
This is a little treat I discovered a few years ago from Jennifer Hahn’s great book, Pacific Feast: A Cook’s Guide to West Coast Foraging and Cuisine. This one requires a bit of skill as you need to collect maple blossoms, … Continued