Karen and I met in 1997 when we worked for the same company. It was an instant connection and 13 years and 3000 miles later, she is still one of my most favorite people in all the world. We did EVERYTHING I would want on a girlie weekend getaway. This picture requires no explanation.
Karen treated me to a delightful pedicure at In Spa. After we left the salon, we didn't quite know what we'd do next, so we continued our pampering at another salon across the street.
For those that know me well, it's important on any vacation to not just eat, but to eat well. My first night there, Michael, her wonderful husband, made this TO-DIE-FOR arugula salad with diced tomatoes and seared salami, over this crostini bread. Mouth-watering. Also, we had Copper River salmon---a big deal in Seattle. This fish is robust, rich and has a nutty flavor, and really high in omega 3's. All I have to say is I will not be able to eat Atlantic salmon again....
They took me to downtown Seattle and I have to tell you, if I didn't hear about how much it rained here...I would TOTALLY live here. It reminds me a lot like San Francisco with its steeped rolling hills overlooking the Peugeot Sound, plus a gorgeous view of Mount Ranier.
One night, they treated me to a fancy seafood restaurant, the Waterfront Seafood Grill. I had oysters on the half-shell, and crispy soft-shell crab. Out of this world....
Everyone knows how much I love movies. But, what's better than a night at the movies? How about two? Oh, the joys in life. We watched double features! Yes, the 2nd movie ended at around 1:30 AM (um...that's 4:30 EST!) Totally worth it, though. We saw Iron Man 2 and A-team. The second movie we saw was at the Cinebarre, an upscale movie theatre and bar all in one.
Okay, so if you think that all my favorites (spas, seafood, marathon movies) topped my mini-weekend. Think again. You'll have to tune in to Part II of Sleepful in Seattle........
2 comments:
Awww...so glad you got to see Karen! LOVE Seattle!
Oh, you're making me wish I could hop on a plane and go myself! I love Seattle...it's where Philip and I met and hold such wonderful memories! Looks like you had amazing weather while you were there. I spent almost a week last September, but never got a view of the Mountain like that! Such beauty. So glad you enjoyed!
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