Welcome back in! I hope you’re all well and have ventured out and explored into some awesome memories. My wife and I went to a concert and then traveled some back roads on the way home. So far so good, in terms of taking the road less traveled and it paying off. Let’s explore a wee bit of Washington state together!

The photo in the description is one I took at a concert we went to performed by the Tedeschi/Trucks Band. I’ve been a fan of theirs for a long time, but mostly when they were individual performers with their own bands. 12 talented artists on that stage and all are extremely qualified to be there. The amphitheater is why I mention it as it’s a wee out of the way from the sights and sounds of the big city. It was wonderful to discover it, in our way, to visit it, partake in beverages and have the best time. It took about 2 and a half hours to drive there. We got a hotel nearby and got an early start the next day for the drive home. Intimate little venues like these are the best! It also lends itself to the community in which it resides and providing great entertainment that doesn’t involve skyrocketing ticket prices and taking 45 minutes just to get out of the parking areas. Get out and enjoy the world! See shows, go to small town bars, cafes…even movie theaters. So many cool things to see and allot of them are right in your own backyards!

Well friends, that does it for me. I hope you enjoyed this little sojourn filled with artistry and German influence. What I really hope for is some of you planning a trip out to these parts and experience as much of what the PNW has to offer. There is a ton…actually, the sheer tonnage of what is available for everyone cannot be measured. You gotta come and see! Until then, take care of yourselves and each other, facilitate as much kindness as you can muster, pay it forward whenever you can…be happy. Be and travel well!