The Pacific Northwest

At the beginning of May, I got the opportunity to visit one of my dearest friends and see a part of the country that I had not seen before. I was not disappointed.  Washington and Oregon were gorgeous!  Though the Pacific NW is known for rainy days, I had the best possible sightseeing weekend with sunshine and clear skies.  It was also so exciting to see my friend, Letha, and to visit with her and her parents--though I wish I had longer to spend catching up! 

When I arrived in Seattle, we went to Pike Place Market.  I loved the flowers, especially all the tulips they had!  We also saw the original Starbucks.

Then we went to Wally's, a seafood and burger place, near the Puget Sound.  

Best burger ever.

Saturday was Oregon Day-- Tillamook Forest, Tillamook Cheese Factory, and the Oregon Coast, but not before eating at the infamous Pancake House in Longview, WA.  Yum!

Cheese!

Then we made our way to Astoria where we climbed the Astoria column and saw amazing views!

On Sunday afternoon, we went to Mt. St. Helen's.  We were there just before the 35th anniversary of the eruption in 1980.

 I had such an amazing trip and am thankful for Letha and her parents being gracious hosts and tour guides.  I wish I could go back!