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Graffiti Art and Tagging all over Town
Look around many streets in the city and you will see random letter and illustration spray painted in tunnels. Some are vulgar, tagging as in marking walls with gang signs. Others are a beautful expression of communication that is calm and inviting. Near Greenlake and in many neighborhoods, you will see this. It is almost as if the vibrant rainbow of colors is telling a poetic story for all... [Read more]
Specialty Shops and the Majestic in Ballard
Ballard, one of Seattle’s most historic neighborhoods once known to be the center of the Scandinavian seafaring community, is still filled with a blend of the old with the new and everywhere in between. The city of Ballard was founded by European settlers way back in 1853 and before that, inhabited by the Shilshole Tribe that lived off of the abundant salmon and clam supply. Today, the Skandinavian... [Read more]
Schools, Soccer and Synagogues in Wedgwood
Wonderful Wedgwood. The community just north of Ravenna, View Ridge and the UW was named by Al Balch, the founder of Wedgwood. His wife loved the English inspired “Wedgwood” China and they developed the community just after the great depression in 1929 when much of the area was used for Ginseng farming. Now, on any given morning you will see children walking to schools of which there... [Read more]
Lovely Tudors in Maple Leaf Neighborhood
What comes to mind when I think of the Maple Leaf neighborhood is a Tudor or Victorian style house on a small lot near a reservoir on one of the highest hills in Seattle. Centrally positioned just north of Greenlake and Ravenna and south of Northgate, it is a popular area for home buyers because of it’s very convenient location and easy access close to Greenlake, the highway, University,... [Read more]
Metro Bus, Travel Green and Ride Public Transit
With the increase in gasoline prices in the recent past years, commuters in Seattle and surrounds have turned to a public transporation system that has long been an economical, convenient, not to mention eco-friendly way to travel; Metro Transit. Though not the 10 cent fare that I last remember it being, it is still one of the most cost efficient modes of travel, you arrive to your destination on... [Read more]
Costa’s, not just another Greek Diner
Something about Seattle and great Greek Diners go hand in hand, but Costa’s has been one of my family’s favorites for decades. With two locations, one in the heart of Fremont and the other in the University, the food is outstanding and all fresh and homemade. From the wonderful breakfasts, to the hand prepared soups and sandwiches, to the Greek specialties Gyros sandwiches, Spanikopita,... [Read more]
Tips on Putting your House Up for Rent
Leasing your home to tenants is an opportunity that can be financially rewarding yet often times stressful and sometimes physically and mentally exhausting. Even with twenty years of experience in renting and managing homes, I still am amazed and amused at the situations I find myself in. So, I thought I could come up with a couple helpful pointers that I really try to use myself. ... [Read more]
Washington High Schools Rank Top in US Best Lists
An important factor for many families relocating to the Seattle area are proximity to great public schools. For the year 2009, and consistently year after year, Bellevue high schools have a total of five high schools ranked in the top 100 in the nation and Washington has 31 ranked top 1500 according to Newsweek Magazine scores. These studies, judged on students graduated, grades, honors classes taken, ... [Read more]
Recycle, Reuse, Keep Seattle Green!
Keep Seattle and Washington green is a theme we are familiar with all around our beautiful city. Here are a few tips on how to take care of your recyclables and reusables in an environmentally friendly way. If we all do our part to recycle and reuse, we will definitely go a long way to keeping our natural resources enjoyable for generations to come. Recycle! With trash collection in the City... [Read more]
Shilshole Bay, Beach Fun with Loads to Do!
Shilshole Bay, The Beach Picnic Paradise! Shilshole Bay is probably one of the most picturesque places in Seattle. Located on the western tip of the city along Puget Sound and bordering Ballard and Crown Hill, this is definitely a tourist destination. Some of my earliest memories of my childhood are of going to church with my family and friends and stopping at McDonald’s on the way to Shilshole... [Read more]
