I’ve spent most of today in downtown Seattle, glued to a chair in front of my keyboard. But – it’s time to knock off for the weekend and enjoy the evening at the Paul McCartney concert at Safeco Field. How are you kicking off your weekend?
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Postcard from Mt Fuji
In the pre-dawn glow, Mt Fuji peeks through the clouds. It’s waiting for me.
Read MorePostcard: Hawaiian Hibiscus
Hawaii. Our 50th state. After Washington (the state) I spend more time in Hawaii that pretty much anywhere else. While the sun, sand, and surf are always welcomed components of my day, I think what really attracts me to Hawaii is the flavors, fauna, and flora. Like this beautiful yellow hibiscus.
Read MorePostcard from Toronto
A week in Toronto for TBEX, followed by a couple of days to rest up and do some sightseeing and tasting. More posts to come on my stay, so a postcard will have to do for today.
Read MorePostcard: Downtown Seattle Skyline
I’ve lived in the greater Seattle area most all of my life, and during that time I’ve seen a lot of changes in the downtown skyline. No matter which direction you’re looking, there’s always something to catch your eye.
Read MorePostcard from Roses
On rainy Seattle days, I enjoy thinking about how lovely the coast of Spain is. Roses, located on the north end of the Bay of Roses, is a great beach getaway spot. And the Hotel Vistabella, where I stayed, provides a lovely view of the sand and surf.
Read MorePostcard from Berlin: Brandenburg Gate
Sightseeing in Berlin included a visit to the Brandenburg Gate, one of the most well-known landmarks in Germany. The gate represents some difficult times in German history, but came to symbolize freedom and the desire to unify Berlin when the Wall fell. Today it is a proud symbol of European unity and peace.
Read MorePostcard from Nickelodeon Universe
A theme park inside a mall? Yep, that’s just what you’ll get with Nickelodeon Universe at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. Located near the Minneapolis-St Paul airport, this was the first stop on my theme park getaway weekend.
Read MorePostcard: Toronto Skyline
Since yesterday was the last day to submit speaker proposals for TBEX 13 in Toronto, I was thinking about the earlier site visit that we made to the city. Our kinds hosts showed us a few of the sites, but more importantly, they showed us the warm hospitality that Toronto is known for. Looking forward to going back soon!
Read MorePostcard from Fort Vancouver
Located in the southern part of Washington state, Fort Vancouver was a 19th century fur trading outpost for the Hudson Bay Company. Today it is part of the National Park System, with living history events and a world-class archaeology collection. In the blacksmith shop, a top-notch nail maker could make one in 12 seconds flat.
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