Everyone lives for summer in Seattle and unfortunately for us, we moved at the tail end of the season. Knowing that we had about five weeks before rainy season commenced, we set out to conquer Blanca Lake almost immediately. We hiked often on the east coast but rarely would we find a trail as beautiful as Blanca (or as challenging!). The trail itself is two hours outside the city and is not a trail for the weary; it is an intense 7.5 mile round trip adventure. Because of the countless switchbacks (you gain 3,000 feet in elevation in just under… Continue Reading
Archives for October 2015
J. Crew Final Sale
Pretty sure I’m speaking for everyone here when I say HOW MUCH I love a good sale! J. Crew is clearly trying to move some merchandise by providing 40-50% off already reduced items (full price items are marked down 25%) – meaning everyone wins with coupon code FALLSALE! Usually during these mark downs all that is left are pieces with odd coloring or out of season styles. Not this time! I’ve already ordered this beauuuutiful pink embellished sweater, this quilted jacket in rustic grey, this dress, and this wool boatneck sweater in the neon orchid. Really thinking about adding this,… Continue Reading
Top Pot Doughnuts
Artisan donuts are all the rage these days it seems. With multiple locations throughout Seattle (and a strong following) the clear go-to donut shop is Top Pot Doughnuts. I have been putting off giving them a try in fear of liking them too much and enjoying them too often. I will admit…they are delicious. Thank goodness, donuts aren’t my vice. We sampled six flavors including pumpkin glaze, chocolate glaze, apple fritter, Bavarian creme, strawberry sprinkles, and coffee roll. My top two choices were the apple fritter and Bavarian creme; my husband’s faves were coffee roll and chocolate glaze. While the… Continue Reading