After eight months of living in Washington
What we love...
The outdoors - perhaps the best part about the PNW. I think it's one of the most beautiful place in the world because you can literally have it all. The city, the mountains, the country, and the water are all at your fingertips.
Hiking - it is becoming a favorite and we still have much to explore. Now, if only Dan could stay home long enough to make that happen!
Paddle-boarding. Seriously why did I just discover this?
Food, food, and more food. The seafood is to die for. Dukes Chowder House is our favorite. Sushi has become our Sunday tradition. Basically anything we want is within a 20 minute drive.
Active people - rain or shine, people are out walking their dogs and running. We learned very quickly that we would have to press on in the rain.
Running - I can choose whatever scenery I want. My favorite place is Ruston Way by the water. Race options are endless and I have been pleased so far.
Skiing - we haven't been yet, but we have seen the pictures and heard the stories. We cannot wait to go and I (Laura) cannot wait to attempt snowboarding.
Skiing - we haven't been yet, but we have seen the pictures and heard the stories. We cannot wait to go and I (Laura) cannot wait to attempt snowboarding.
Museums - either I am getting old or museums are getting better. My favorite is the Glass Museum.
The Fair (Puyallup) - it was A-MAZING. The rodeo was a blast. The concerts were amazing. This year I went to Craig Morgan and then Tenth Avenue North, Jars of Clay, Kutless, and Jeremy Camp. Next year I will know to get tickets months in advance and see some of the other big shows.
Our C-17 family - we could not have asked for a better first assignment or squadron. Everyone is super friendly and we felt welcomed from day one. We have made it through our first deployment, several missions, and Dan is settling into his new job. The ladies are great and I have really made some good friends. The AF and C-17 way of life is no easy task, but we are right where we are supposed to be.
Our C-17 family - we could not have asked for a better first assignment or squadron. Everyone is super friendly and we felt welcomed from day one. We have made it through our first deployment, several missions, and Dan is settling into his new job. The ladies are great and I have really made some good friends. The AF and C-17 way of life is no easy task, but we are right where we are supposed to be.
& what we could do without...
Rain - the summer was amazing. The next 8-10 months --- I will get back to you on that.
Traffic - well, we love the city. So we have to just deal.
Drivers and the roads (sorry WA friends) - why on earth do we need lights coming off the ramps onto the freeway? Merging here is rather interesting. And while I am not an advocate for speeding, PEOPLE, two miles over the speed limit is normal. Just not here.
Downtown Seattle - navigating it that is. I would rather walk around D.C. or NYC with my eyes
closed.
Lack of AC during heat waves. The first heat wave I was sure our AC was broke. Nope. Culture shock. Very few houses have AC. Opening curtains and windows and closing them, placement of fans, and cooking - it is all an art.
Lack of AC during heat waves. The first heat wave I was sure our AC was broke. Nope. Culture shock. Very few houses have AC. Opening curtains and windows and closing them, placement of fans, and cooking - it is all an art.
Stay tuned for a Washington/PNW bucket list. We have checked off a few things in the last 8 months but still have a long ways to go!
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