It didn't seem right to wait until December to see Seattle and nearby family, so I booked a flight with Southwest and headed for Seatac, leaving Gina alone to fend for dinners and errant homework assignments. The winds were gusty and from the north, so the plane landed after flying low and close to Mt. Rainier (always a nice homecoming sight). It was great seeing Mom and Dad (thanks guys!) and perhaps my greatest trip highlights were driving into Seattle to do the SAM, Great Wheel and eat lunch at the Pink Door. The Wheel is so tall and stretched out over the water, it seems impossible, but the ride itself glides smoothly and serenely up towards the skyline before dropping back down again. The Seattle Art Museum is even better than before, seemingly larger than before and yet more intimate with the uncrowded displays.
