- Freyja takes UV protections seriously.
Seattlites have a little trouble containing their joy on one of those rare occasions that the sun breaks through the almost ever-present cloud cover and we all get a pathetic percentage of our required dose of vitamin D.
People greet one another, they walk with a little spring in their step, and they don’t honk if you cut them off in the middle of an intersection. Peace and goodwill reign. That was the case for the last three glorious days.
On such a day, you have to be quick about your wits and get your rear outside PRONTO before the sun is gone. I’ve found my favorite spot to visit is Volunteer Park. Here’s what it has to offer:
The Observatory full of orchids and lovely things. (North end of park)
Fish ponds
If it does rain on your parade, take cover in the Asian Art Museum.
Tennis anyone?
I stumbled upon a really good performance of "Love's Labor's Lost" . It's going on this weekend as well in the park. (North East of the main enterance)
No one does confused-love-relationship-comedy like Shakespeare.
The incredible look out tower...
If you can make the strenous climb to the top, you will be rewarded with 360 degree views of mountains, water, city and park.
View of Bellevue from the top.
Last of all, take a walk down 14th and see the beautiful mansions of Capitol Hill. Most of the surrounding area has lots of homes to look at.
I try not to covet.
Other great things at Volunteer Park:
Kiddie park and wading pool
Lots of picnic areas
Bike and walking trails
A history display at the top of the tower telling about the origin of the park and Seattle.
Love that girl in sun glasses! So, it was Shakespeare.
Wow…it kind of reminds me of Luisen Park.
I can’t believe I’m jealous of Seattle’s sun exposure! It’s been nothing but rain and cold here. Your mom-in-law just flew in last night and may still be asleep in my guest bedroom.