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What flag is that 03.26.2025
It is time to express our appreciation for our neighbors to the north. Thanks for putting up with us Canada. And we definitely understand the sentiment behind: ‘Elbows up!’ John Cabot, (Giovanni Cabo)was the first explorer to reach Canada in 1497. He sailed in a ship called The Matthew. A replica of the ship can…
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Drink local coffee #4 BS (Blue Sky)
Looking for a Sunday cuppa we found this place close to our BnB. The concept of a community space is appealing. Local came to hang out. We saw a number of folks sitting with friends and simply connecting. A decent cuppa joe with a congenial vibe. The Scene in South Park.
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Thank you Seattle Sounders and VetTix For the tickets to the match
Lumen Field in downtown Seattle is a great venue for a Football (the real football – soccer) match. Home also of the Seattle Seahawks. We saw some strong defensive play from the Sounders Thanks again Seattle Sounders and VetTix
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Street Musicians BS 1 (First one on Blue Sky) 03.22.2025
We came upon this gentleman playing his piano… I know he was just sort of ‘Jamin’. He played with such passion I had to stop and give a listen. (Yes, I did throw a donation into his bucket)
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Drink local coffee #3 BS [Blue Sky]
Our coffee journey in British Columbia continues as we find a custom roaster: Mile Zero. A working roaster that also serves up their roasts. They are located in a slightly industrial area of Victoria with not a large walk-in clientele. Bags of beans from various parts of the world. We asked a specific question about…
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Drink local coffee #2 BS (Blue Sky)
Now that we have a west coast BC heart we continue or local coffee search. Walking Government Street towards the Royal British Columbia Museum we spy Milano Coffeehouse. Plenty of customers, must be a good sign. They do roast and have some merch. I always try the same cuppa to compare and contrast each establishment.…
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Drink local coffee #1 BS (Blue Sky)
On a new adventure in our friendly neighbor’s land looking for a fine cuppa Staff is vital to the ambience of a good coffeehouse. I asked my question (Borrowed from Brene Brown – ‘Do you think people do the best they can?) The young barista answered instantly: ‘Yes, I really do.’ Interesting.
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What is that flag 03.07.2025 – 03.26.2025 We stand with Ukraine
[What is the symbol on Zelenskyy’s shirt?] “The coat of arms of Ukraine is a blue shield with a goldentrident. It is colloquially known as the tryzub(Ukrainian: тризуб, pronounced[trɪˈzub], lit. ’trident’).” The Trident was adopted as the coat of arms of the Ukrainian People’s Republic in 1918. Historically the design was stamped on gold and silver coins issued Vladimir The Great (980-10150) We stand with…
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What Flag Is That 03.06.2025
The Great State of Michigan “The area was first occupied by a succession of Native American tribes over thousands of years. Inhabited by Natives, Métis, and French explorers in the 17th century, it was claimed as part of the New France colony. After France’s defeat in the French and Indian War in 1762, the region…
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What flag is that 03.05.2025
“Shropshire (/ˈʃrɒpʃər, -ʃɪər/; abbreviated Salop) is a ceremonial county in the West Midlands of England, on the border with Wales. It is bordered by Cheshire to the north-east, Staffordshire to the east, Worcestershire to the south-east, Herefordshire to the south, and the Welsh principal areas of Powys and Wrexham to the west and north-west respectively. The largest settlement is Telford, while Shrewsbury is the county town.” “The River Severn divides the geographic county of Shropshire into the hilly southwest—a series of…