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This is My Seattle

By Judi Boad

Services for Real Estate Pros with ACCURATE REALTY GROUP

November 03, 2011 05:15 AM

Taking the ferry to Bainbridge Island is always a pleasure! Bainbridge Island is a beautiful place with a quaint hamlet feel and the ride over can be an adventure, if you choose to partake in the outdoor decks rather than enjoying the warm lounge areas offering caffeine, snacks and the ever popular eight dollar glass of beer!

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Being the adventurous sort, I chose to enjoy the outdoor decks, exploring the two open levels, observing which gave me the best vantage to shoot some photos of Downtown Seattle looming on the horizon. I enjoy Elliot Bay and mountain views daily from my downtown home, making the view of city lights at night a delightful luxury to me!

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The invigorating salt air, blustery nudge of the wind and light rain, only enhanced the trip back for me, while I drank in the ever closer visual of twinkling lights.

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As we began our disembark, I couldn't help but observe that views of our beloved Emerald City are appreciated even by those who get to see them every day!

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Just another reason to love living in Seattle...

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Krystal Knott

Christie's International Real Estate - Summit Colorado - Breckenridge, CO

Breckenridge CO Real Estate & All Summit County CO

Judi, your area is on my to visit list. Those photos are amazing, you do live in a beautiful city. The ferry ride sounds delightful as well. Thank you for sharing, I enjoyed your photos! --Krystal

Nov 03, 2011 05:21 AM

Malcolm Johnston

Century 21 Lanthorn Real Estate LTD., Trenton, Ontario - Trenton, ON

Trenton Real Estate

Do people live on Bainbridge Island Judi? In Toronto people live on the Toronto Islands, and they are blessed with a fantastic view of the city. It would be a great place to live.

Nov 03, 2011 05:27 AM

Li Read

Sea to Sky Premier Properties (Salt Spring) - Salt Spring Island, BC

Caring expertise...knowledge for you!

Lovely...appreciate your localism glimpses, always. This is a gem of a sidetrip.

Nov 03, 2011 05:48 AM

ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779

REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK - Asheville, NC

CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com

Hi Judi~

SIGH. Now I'm a bit homesick...Having lived in Friday Harbor for many years, I well understand Ferry Life...I didn't like waiting in line for hours (sometimes) to drive on that ferry...but I always loved the ride to and from the Island. ..even in winter with rough seas! THX for this reminder.

Nov 03, 2011 06:25 AM

John McCormack, CRS

Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM

Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Hi Judi -

A great localism post but $8 for a beer! Yikes :)

Best regards from the Q

Nov 03, 2011 07:23 AM

Debb Janes

Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA

Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Love it Judi and it sure makes me want to visit soon. Poor janeAnne - now look what you've done? Lol. Won't this make a fun video one of these days?

Nov 03, 2011 09:05 AM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Judi,

We love that ferry ride...we enjoyed when we were visiting Bainbridge...thanks for sharing the pictures with us. A

Nov 03, 2011 09:06 AM

Michael Thornton

RadnorLake Video - Nashville, TN

Nashville Area - Photography & Videography

Good evening, Judi. Love it! Makes one feel like they are on the boat right along with you...

Nov 03, 2011 10:28 AM

Judi Boad

ACCURATE REALTY GROUP - Seattle, WA

Hi Tammy~ thanks for stopping by! Look forward to seeing you in Active Rain...

Hi Krystal~ You won't be disappointed with a trip to Seattle! Theater, museums, Art galore, restaurants, music venues from Symphony to jazz and contemporary local artist, five star hotels, a great zoo, the waterfront aquarium and our astounding views!

Hi Malcolm~ There are wonderful homes on Bainbridge Island! Many custom built luxury homes, exclusive equestrian homes and neighborhoods with breath taking views!

Hi Li~ We have some great scenery here in the great Northwest!!! I get that same feeling when I see your Salt Springs view homes and acreage!

Hi JaneAnne~ You always make me smile! I'm doing well if I can remind you of the beauty here, knowing how splendid Ashville N C is!...Thanks!

Hey John~ I know! It makes it easy for my husband to just say NO! :)

Hi Debb~ It would be very cool to meet you at the market, or anywhere in Seattle for that matter! And YES! My video days are dawning!

Hi A~ As long as we stay away from the area where the fog horn goes off, it is a beautiful ride!

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Best regards!

Nov 03, 2011 10:39 AM

Judi Boad

ACCURATE REALTY GROUP - Seattle, WA

Hi Michael!

Good to see you! I will stop by and check out what you have been up to!

Nov 03, 2011 10:41 AM

Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate

John L Scott Market Center - Birkenfeld, OR

"Your Local Expert!" 503-739-3843

Judi, you have such a great "model" to photograph--this city really likes having its picture taken and it just shines in every photo! For some reason, just seeing the 3 fellas drinking it all in tugged at my heart...especially the one with his hands in his pockets--he seemed so relaxed. You captured it beautifully. Thanks for taking us on your trip.

Nov 03, 2011 10:42 AM

Chris Smith

Re/Max Chay Realty Inc., Brokerage - New Tecumseth, ON

South Simcoe, Caledon, King, Orangeville Real Esta

Judi, the water looks so calm the day you took these pictures... Doesn't matter, looks great in all conditions

Nov 03, 2011 11:49 AM

Gary Coles (International Referrals)

Venture Realty International - Las Vegas, NV

Latin America Real Estate

Judi, Your photos are awesome. It seems that we are right with you on a great trip on the ferry. Thanks for sharing.

Nov 03, 2011 03:40 PM

Robert Vegas Bob Swetz

Las Vegas, NV

Hello Judi and what a great post ... Your photos & words are very inviting!

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Nov 03, 2011 04:03 PM

Mimi Foster

Falcon Property Company - Colorado Springs, CO

Voted Colorado Springs Best Realtor

What beautiful pictures, and your background pictures are beautiful, too! I grew up on Tampa Bay, and I miss the water all the time. The city looks so CLEAN :)

Nov 03, 2011 04:15 PM

Wayne Johnson

Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper REALTORS® - San Antonio, TX

San Antonio REALTOR, San Antonio Homes For Sale

Judi-Your convention and visitors bureau should sign you up to do PR for the city. You really show Seattle off as a great place to be. Nice pictures.

Nov 06, 2011 12:29 PM

Susan Jackson

America's Network Realty Group, Inc - Sandy Springs, GA

Judi,

I have never been to Seattle, but your pictures certainly make it look inviting. I will have to add Seattle to my list of cities to see. Thanks

Nov 08, 2011 03:56 AM

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX

Selling Homes Changing Lives

Judi,

I can always count on you to put my soul at peace. These tranquil photos really does it for me. Your posts are always filled with interest and excellent photography. Once of these days, I'd love to visit that great state of yours. You make a great ambassador for Seattle!

Patricia

Nov 09, 2011 08:05 PM

Accurate Realty Group Washington

THE FORCE REALTY - Seattle, WA

Always love a ferry ride to or from Seattle. You are really showing off the highlights of life in Seattle Judi! Good job!

Nov 10, 2011 07:20 AM

Gloria Todor

Premier Property Sales & Rentals - Springfield, PA

& Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA

Hi Judi, You live in that magical city that offers ferry rides to many islands, views of orcas, and views of magical mountains. Gosh I would love to live there again!

All the best to you.

Gloria

Nov 24, 2011 12:15 PM