I’m not sure what happened the previous times we flew to Seattle to go on to Alaska, but there is so much about this trip that is new to my memory…that’s a really odd sensation for me.
We had a pretty uneventful flight, which is a good thing. I was struck once again at the beauty we’ve been blessed with in our country. Most of these photos were taken over Wyoming and Idaho.
And Mt. Ranier as we passed north of it:
We got to Seattle and checked into the hotel, Hampton Inn, near the airport, where we’ll be napping shortly. ?
Superb Lunch
We chose a place about a mile from the hotel for lunch, Sharp’s Roast house.
I had the 4-cheese patty melt
And Roxan had fried creamer potatoes.
Both dishes were great! Hers was spicier than she expected but still tasty. Our server, Amy, was one of the better ones we’ve had in a while…the right balance of chatty to unobtrusive, great attention to the table and the kitchen had the entrees out much faster than I expected — even accounting for us being in at the early side of lunch service.
It is smoky around here due to wildfires. Not horrible, but limiting visibility to a bit over 5 miles or so and a hint of smoke smell when you first step outside.
and then