Category Archives: Seattle

Pioneer Square

Posted on March 15, 2011 by sinyaw

Pioneer Square is a must-visit for Seattle tourists. This historic downtown that is full of character and charm. The best way is to wander around on foot: check out stores and people, grab a bite or coffee occasionally. Try to … Continue reading →

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South Lake Union Park

Posted on February 14, 2011 by sinyaw

Water views are best contrasted with something: setting sun, big rocks, beaches, skyscrapers, mountains, etc. It is almost always better to look landward, instead of outward, except for sunset. This is why lakes are more beautiful the ocean: there is … Continue reading →

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Arctic Blast

Posted on November 26, 2010 by sinyaw

“The drizzles do not bother me,” my standard reply when people asked how I like Seattle. “You guys did not tell me it is cold here.” In fact, this newbie to Seattle found the summer bright and pleasant. “Just you … Continue reading →

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WA License Plate

Posted on November 1, 2010 by sinyaw

Most Californians dread the trip to DMV. Even if you made an appointment, you still enter a long queue. Then you are shuffled from one counter to another, each time just to enter another queue. The people behind the counter … Continue reading →

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The Fairness Question (I-1098)

Posted on October 15, 2010 by sinyaw

Fairness is an opinion frequently disguised with numbers and charts. It is also the most convenient excuse to justify whatever action. I have learned never to enter an argument on whether something is fair or not. No one wins on … Continue reading →

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100 Days @ Seattle

Posted on July 3, 2010 by sinyaw

Late March was a perfect time to move to Seattle. Winter lingered on and summer was lazy to insist. You can feel the seasons changing. One day it would be damp and cold and the next bright and balmy. I … Continue reading →

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Top Pot Doughnuts

Posted on June 30, 2010 by sinyaw

The logo said, “Hand Forged Doughnuts” with a picture of a blacksmith hitting an anvil. Hmm… A boy sat down next to us. His legs dangled happily, too short for the chair. His cute eyes trained on his dad who … Continue reading →

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To Seattle, with Link

Posted on April 24, 2010 by sinyaw

The best way to come in town is via the Link Light Rail system, if you can drag your luggage through about 600 meters or so paved and sheltered path. That’s less than half a mile. After you get leave … Continue reading →

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