Thursday, September 7, 2017

Traveling on Land – mostly


Traveling on Land – mostly
Leaving our floating home in Port Washington, we flew to the West Coast for several stops with family and friends: 
High School Buddy and College Roommate Shauna - made time to visit on a busy weekend. Such fun to see friends with HISTORY:

Aunt Louise at Freedom Village:

Sister Mary and Hubby Bill – honeymoon home in Hillsboro.

Sister Kathy’s Eclipse Party – truly an awesome experience to feel the chill and other worldly darkness descend.  A party extravaganza - complete with wood fired pizza and a crowd of 90:













After party mahjong action

Lynette and Lavonne – a wonderful day with lunch on Vashon Island capped by a delicious dinner.

Suzy and Bill – gorgeous home in Bend OR – spectacular views even with the smoke from fires.


Had a slight delay on our arrival 





Traveling to Eastern OR to see Mother Nancy settled in Cove.





some of the 15 cats/kittens at Grandma Nancy's House


Paul’s Graduation Celebration – so proud of the big guy! Let him know if you need a root canal. Even his professors recommend him to their friends.

Recognizing support of spouses



Steve and Sisters Nancy and Kathy


Paul and Amanda our wonderful kids – toured us around Seattle between packing/moving chores.
Farewell Party hosted by Justin and Jenny -
living up to Florida Image




Ferry ride for ICE CREAM

                                              








famous or infamous GUM wall

Pike's Place Market

Lots of good food -  besides Ice Cream

Sentimental visit to Dick's

And REI
Even took Steve on a hike
 We have to mention the serious recycling in Seattle - pictures seem to help - we think: 




On returning to New York we took a tennis break to visit the US Open Tennis Championships.  Our lucky tickets gave us a chance to see Roger Federer in the impressive Arthur Ashe Stadium.  We also had time to wander the grounds and catch a glimpse of the action on more intimate courts … not to mention sample some of the food and beverages on offer. Although watching live spared us from the TV commentators, the constant chatter – mostly not about tennis – of those seated around us was a constant distraction. Looking forward to a Wimbledon trip where tennis is a scared (and quiet) experience. 







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