I have a little secret. For as long as I’ve lived in the Seattle area and as much as I love wine, I had never been to Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville until last week. Sure, I’d had their wine. I’d driven past the property many times. But I finally visited the estate on Thursday […]
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Celebrating Daytona’s First Year of Travel Blogging
It occurred to me recently that it has been a year this week since I started writing here at The Flying Salmon. When I accepted the travel blogging position last March, I envisioned it being a fun excuse to get out and see a little more of my little corner of the world–the Pacific Northwest. […]
A Winter Wine Getaway at Lake Chelan
I imagine every mother remembers her first night away from her child. Whether a romantic overnight to celebrate an anniversary or a girls’ weekend, that first night happens sooner or later. Mine came earlier this month when my friend and writing partner Sarah and I went to Lake Chelan for a writing retreat. As we […]