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.