wind’s nightly motion
gently over the whole earth
embracing the trees
Tonight’s Haiku: December 15, 2025
Category: Seattle and Beyond
Seattle Vlogger Tiffany Chen
I discovered Tiffany Chen a few weeks ago. She’s recently moved to Seattle, so I’m enjoying looking at the city form new eyes. And I love her explorations.
Anyway, in this video, she explores Ballard. I love that Scandinavian Specialities is STILL there! Apparently, it’s been there since 1962. If you haven’t been definitely head over. It’s been ages for me, as I live in Lynnwood now, but it’s well worth it.
I hope you enjoy!
Edit: the video embed was tweaky. Fixed!
Seattle Area Networking Events
Well, it’s been a bit, hasn’t it? It’s been nearly a year since my last post. Wow! My apologies. Attempting to reboot my career has taken a great deal of my time and energy. I deeply appreciate that you are here, now, reading this post. Thank you so very much!
As I’m now looking for a new role, I thought it apropos to create a list of networking events. Besides the need for ME to network, I’ve had a couple of folks ask me for places to go. So, here’s the quick list I came up with.
List of Seattle networking events
- Geekwire:
- Seattle Interactive:
- Seattle Chamber of Commerce:
- Puget Sound Business Journal
- IABC (International Association of Business Communicators)
Now, here’s where you come in. This list is minimal. Please give me ideas, add to this. I think this could be a nice addition and regularly updated element to my site.
Rick Steves Visits Whatcom County
Edmonds’ own Rick Steves recently created a series about touring Whatcom County for the good folks at Visit Bellingham and Whatcom County (check out their write up of this series here). I found it fascinating and enlightening.
Below are the videos in episode order.
Episode 1: Rick Steves Tours Whatcom County and Samples Farm to Bottle Fare
Episode 2: Rick Steves Explores Seaside Life and Peace Arch State Park at the Top of the PNW in Whatcom County
Episode 3: Rick Steves Enjoys Arts & Culture in Whatcom County
I adore Fairhaven. It’s a wonderful part of the region that has a marvelous charm. I especially appreciate Rick calling out Rena Priest, Washington State’s Poet Laureate and member of the Lumi Nation.
If this inspires to you to explore Whatcom, the Visit Bellingham & Whatcom County folks have a visitors guide for you.
*A special thanks to The Poetry Department . . . aka The Boynton Blog. It’s where I first read about Rick’s video series. If you love poetry, you should go check them out.
Photowalk Video Recommendation For You
I really enjoy (Seattle-based) Tyler Tang’s films and want to do what I can to help promote him.
So, here’s his most recent video. Check him out, give him a follow, and share.
Sad update on Brian Yang
A few days ago I posted about Brain Yang, a local solider who had gone missing by Mt. St. Helens.
Per his family, he’s been found, but not alive.
Thank you everyone who helped share.
— paksᴮᴱ⁷ ⟭⟬🧈 (@Pakouchu) July 22, 2021
Brian's family updated that be has been found however he did not survive. https://t.co/gArHYKKJOU pic.twitter.com/W2uDuelakH
Per KIRO’s website, he apparently fell 200 ft down an embankment. My condolences to his family. I hope they find peace
Missing Soldier By Mt. St. Helens
Yesterday, this tweet came through my feed:
Moots, can you help boost?
My cousin's gf's younger Brian Yang is missing. He didn't return from his run on Sunday. Please share 🙏
Location: Tacoma, WA pic.twitter.com/T2bahzGUPD
— paksᴮᴱ⁷ ⟭⟬🧈 (@Pakouchu) July 20, 2021
Being ex-Navy myself, military folks have a place in my heart. Yet, before I posted, I looked to see if there were any updates. Mainly I hoped he’d been found already. I found several other posts, but with the same information. Only this one had more information:
One thing about modern media: we rarely have follow-thru or closure on stories like this. I plan to keep an eye on this story, hoping for a positive outcome. If you hear anything, please let me know and I’ll update this post.
Other posts about Lt. Yang:
Seattle’s Underground Tour
I must confess that I’ve never been on the Underground Tour in Pioneer Square. It’s on my proverbial “bucket list”, but what that’s worth. Simon Whistler put together a great video explaining Seattle’s Underground. It is a quirky history, to be sure.
If you’re interested in taking the tour yourself, here’s the info. And enjoy the video below. Now I’m thinking about writing articles focused on Lou Graham and Bill Seidel. Is that something you’d like to read? Leave me a comment and let me know.
Edmonds’ Gothard Sisters New Song
Friends and neighbors, Edmonds’ own Gothard Sisters released a new song this past week. I highly recommend giving them a listen. It’s a very pleasant and joyful one.
May you have a wonderous week.
An Explanation Of The Hanford Site, And It’s Legacy
If you’ve been in Washington for a significant amount of time, you’ll have heard of the Handford Nuclear Reservation. A key part of the Manhatten Project, having supplied plutonium for the Hiroshima bomb, amongst others, this site has a huge legacy. Besides the history of the weapons, there’s the ecological nightmare that’s been decades in cleaning, with decades more until it’s “safe”.
Simon Whistler gives a great, brief overview of the site’s history and legacy. I recommend checking it out. I have a personal history with eastern Washington, and with the Hanford Downwinders. I appreciate all efforts to bring light to this.