One of my favorite things about living in the Pacific Northwest is that we have four distinctive seasons (OK, yes, they all include rain). And one of my favorite ways to celebrate spring is my first annual trip to the Proctor Farmers Market.

Though some events have already started in the market space, the really good stuff ― all the fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants ― don’t start showing up until later in May. There are also vendors selling fresh fish, meats, and incredible cheeses. You can find some cool homemade crafts, and even stuff for dogs and for Jaxson (my cat).

If you linger as long as I do, you’ll end up tasting a little bit of a lot of things. When you’re ready to sit and rest, stop at the food booths; maybe a caprese empanada followed by some homemade ice cream. Not a bad way to spend a sunny Saturday…

Have fun!
Danielle

I was leafing through the Sunday paper (I’m making a point these days of reading newspapers while they still exist), and was a little surprised to see who’s coming to the Dome on May 16th. Think of a band with turbulent romances, warring egos, many breakups and many reunions. Right, that doesn’t narrow the field much. In any case, I didn’t know all of the members of this particular one ― Fleetwood Mac ― were even still alive.

What makes this particular concert ― on their “Unleashed” tour ― even more intriguing is an added offering I’ve never seen before: For an extra 60 bucks (or so), you can arrive early, be guaranteed a parking space, and tuck into a dinner buffet with a private bar (drinks are extra, of course). Wow, I don’t know about you, but this is not the concert of my salad days…

Enjoy,
Dale

I’m not sure if we have a clever male or female to thank for this brainstorm, but it takes a keen mind to combine spa treatments and baseball. That’s right; it’s Ladies’ Day at the Ballpark.

Here’s the deal: Tell your man that you’ve made arrangements for the whole family to go see the Rainiers play the Colorado Springs Sky Sox at Cheney Stadium on May 10. You want to get there early, so you can park and so he can study the line-up, pregame. As soon as everyone’s in their seats, you quietly slip away to the private party deck for spa treatments, a buffet, beverages, and autographs from the ball players. And, don’t worry, while you’re being pampered the rest of the family can enjoy batting practice.

The whole shebang is sponsored by Savvy Girls of Summer, so I guess we do have a woman to thank.

Have fun,
Danielle

(photo courtesy of Alki Chick)

Times are pretty tough right now and we know you’re looking for the best possible deals out there, so here’s one for you:  15% off our best available rate!  I’ll let you do the math on that one, but I’m sure you’ll feel good about the savings.  In fact, I might just have to move in myself at these prices, but I guess I can save the available rooms for guests, instead.  So, let your friends and family know and have them come visit you or use the special on yourself to spend a weekend relaxing.
Hopefully I’ll be seeing you soon.
Danielle