Wandering Mystic Meditation From Seattle Washington

His gravesite now bears reverential, thoughtful and loving tokens from a world unconsidered when the great chief lived. Tibetan prayer flags, beads, seashells, and a bouquet of feathers dominate the foreground of the enclosure. A silver triptych of Saint Joseph sits in the center, along with assorted dream catchers, polished stones, and oyster shells. Coins are scattered around the perimeter – copper and silver from North America, the unique brassy-gold of European Euros, casino tokens, Imperial Chinese cash, and even currency from the Republic of Kenya.

Smooth Getaway Postcard From Pacific Rim

When I recently had the opportunity to do some traveling, I quickly realized that, in addition to coffee, I'm strongly attracted to Japan, Hawaii, and the Pacific Northwest. One thing Kobe, Honolulu, Seattle, and Vancouver all have in common is that they are convenient urban hubs set next to green mountains and blue ocean offering fantastic scenic vistas.

Hawaii is green because of its trade showers and tropical locale. The Pacific Northwest and (to a lesser extent) Kobe are green because of their moderate temperatures and abundant rainfall, due to the maritime effect of the Pacific Ocean. The moderate temperatures, mountains, and scenic views also make for some great sight seeing and outdoor sports. Hiking, which is simply fantastic in all the above locations, is my most recent hobby. I enjoy trekking the Ko’olau Mountains on Oahu and the peaks in North Vancouver most of all.

Road Babe Dispatch From Seattle

After 3 weeks on the road and a week without bathing, there was nothing left to do but head for Seattle. Not that we were complaining. Seattle had called to us down the long winding road, and we were ready to answer. Got a hotel room in the suburb of Everett, because it was cheaper. Took the shower we'd been dying for then drove into the heart of the city.