Hints of daybreak peak through layers of clouds...
Sleepy denizens of the dark stir, summoning light at the touch of their fingertips...
Lone individuals emerge from buildings and begin their morning journey along the cold streets...
From my perch high above the streets, I gaze across the waters of the pool and sink deeper into the steaming swirling waters of the spa and contemplate the day to come...
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Saturday, January 24, 2015
2015-01-24 Saturday - A Visit Home
Last night, into a slight misty evening that hinted at more rain, I departed the client office en route to the Seattle Light Rail Westlake station, on my way to Seattle Tacoma International Airport - to catch a flight South to the marina where my ship is berthed.
Upon landing, a quick shuttle ride to the Hertz rental lot, and I am on my way to the marina.
The night sky was clear, and brilliant gems of stars shone in the sky, as I walked down the dock to my vessel...
This morning I woke to the rushing sound of wind passing through the marina...the boat rocking with a herky-jerky movement...the sound of halyards clanging against masts throughout the marina providing a symphony of sound that is a pleasure to hear for anyone that has been away from his boat for awhile.
No matter where I may roam, no matter where my work may take me...home, for now, will always be a ship, tucked away in some harbor berth or quiet anchorage in some country. There is nothing that fills my soul with such delight as stepping aboard and falling asleep to the gentle swaying movement of my ship as the tide rises and falls.
Upon landing, a quick shuttle ride to the Hertz rental lot, and I am on my way to the marina.
The night sky was clear, and brilliant gems of stars shone in the sky, as I walked down the dock to my vessel...
This morning I woke to the rushing sound of wind passing through the marina...the boat rocking with a herky-jerky movement...the sound of halyards clanging against masts throughout the marina providing a symphony of sound that is a pleasure to hear for anyone that has been away from his boat for awhile.
No matter where I may roam, no matter where my work may take me...home, for now, will always be a ship, tucked away in some harbor berth or quiet anchorage in some country. There is nothing that fills my soul with such delight as stepping aboard and falling asleep to the gentle swaying movement of my ship as the tide rises and falls.
Saturday, January 17, 2015
2015-01-17 Saturday - Seattle Moving Day
Rain falls lightly as I look westward out from my room on the top floor of the Mediterranean Inn.
Clouds obscure the Olympic Mountains. A canopy of grey clouds masking the beauty that is the Pacific Northwest.
During my search for longer-term living accommodations, over the last two weeks, I have enjoyed the experience of living in the lower Queen Anne area - and the convenience of the variety of cuisine available within a few minutes walk.
Most evenings, a brisk chill descends - and yet a light jacket is all that is needed to ward off the cold.
This week I signed contracts for a new client engagement and a lease for an apartment. My daily commute will be 13-19 minute walk to the client's office. A welcome change from my last client engagement, which involved an hour commute (at best) each way - and involved living in hotels for 47 of 52 weeks last year.
Today is moving day.
Clouds obscure the Olympic Mountains. A canopy of grey clouds masking the beauty that is the Pacific Northwest.
During my search for longer-term living accommodations, over the last two weeks, I have enjoyed the experience of living in the lower Queen Anne area - and the convenience of the variety of cuisine available within a few minutes walk.
Most evenings, a brisk chill descends - and yet a light jacket is all that is needed to ward off the cold.
This week I signed contracts for a new client engagement and a lease for an apartment. My daily commute will be 13-19 minute walk to the client's office. A welcome change from my last client engagement, which involved an hour commute (at best) each way - and involved living in hotels for 47 of 52 weeks last year.
Today is moving day.
Friday, January 02, 2015
2014-01-02 Friday - A New Adventure...
A new adventure begins today...
New challenges...
Renewing old friendships...
New friendships...
New technologies...
Immersing myself in the heart of the city...
and it begins with a journey...back to the rainy Emerald City...
.jpg)
...for now, my ship will wait for me on the coast.
New challenges...
Renewing old friendships...
New friendships...
New technologies...
Immersing myself in the heart of the city...
and it begins with a journey...back to the rainy Emerald City...
...for now, my ship will wait for me on the coast.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)