Seattle--The Final Leg

On Saturday, the three of us went to downtown Seattle while Gail was working. It was an absolutely gorgeous day; sunny, but not too warm. We ate at Ivar's Fish Bar, which is an iconic fixture on the pier. The shrimp was very good (not surprising, considering Seattle has great seafood). We then just strolled around the area; downtown Seattle is so beautiful, that even if you're not going somewhere in particular, it's still entertaining. First we went to Pike's Place Market, which is fun, but so busy, especially on a Saturday. But, it was still nice to see it again. We then went to this place called The Fisherman's (or something like that) and had a drink; it's right on the pier, so the view of the water and the mountains was absolutely beautiful. Then Kate had fun riding the carousel at the nearby arcade; she loves doing stuff like that!

On Sunday, the three of us went downtown again. We first hit up the aquarium, which was a lot of fun. The best part was seeing the sea otters being fed; so cute! We then went on a harbor cruise, since that was the last thing included in our City Pass that we had not done. It was an hour-long, narrated ride about the history of Seattle. Very interesting, and beautiful, of course. After that, we met Kim (Austin's ex-girlfriend) and her boyfriend Nate for some coffee. It was nice to see her, and she really enjoyed meeting Kate.

Then that night, and all day Monday, we just kind of hung out with Gail at her house, since we had to leave insanely early on Tuesday morning. It was a lot of fun to just relax; we talked, watched some movies, and laughed at Kate's various antics. On Tuesday morning, we left the house at 3:45 am (yes, AM) and had an uneventful, if long, flight home. It was such a fun trip; can't wait to go back!


On the ferry ride over on Saturday. Can you tell it was windy?








Why so suspicious?


Trying to catch a glimpse of Daddy while she's on the carousel. And even though you can't see me, yes, I am right behind her.


A beautiful view from the ferry


In the beautiful new dress Grandma Gail bought her!


How do I measure up to a Sixgill shark? Not very well, apparently!


At the exhibit about the orcas




Finally tuckered out at the last bit of our aquarium visit.


Here she is on the harbor cruise; still sleeping!


The aquarium from the harbor


A cool cruise ship we saw during our harbor cruise


It's kind of hard to see the mountains in this picture, but it's beautiful!




Still fast asleep while we waited for Kim


Saying good-bye to Grandma at the airport


We had our layover in Chicago. They have this fun "kids' area" that thankfully kept Kate quite entertained!


In control of the cockpit!


Can I get you any refreshments from the plane fridge?



How cute; I would have LOVED this when I was a kid