https://www.elliottandannagoplaces.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-03-26 https://www.elliottandannagoplaces.com/blog/enjqq2vdilw6s6eppmd5h4444u9rae monthly 0.5 2026-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/80e3393e-2d62-449d-b6d6-166740d09ec5/9ecd8251-32e8-488c-8e68-fab3b7a5ea4e.jpg Blog - Seattle - June, 2025 - Alki Beach West Seattle boasts beautiful beaches. The water was cold in June, but the beach is beautiful. We spent a couple afternoons just relaxing by the water. There are bicycle and watercraft rental options near the water taxi dock, so it’s easy to catch a ride from downtown and explore either Puget Sound or the restaurants and shops lining the beachfront. I also gave bonus points for the snowcapped mountains in the distance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/aa07990a-6417-40e1-befc-2a1035cfb827/8d10ea77-8f3b-42f4-87b9-c5480c4f6d06.jpg Blog - Seattle - June, 2025 - It’s not called “Emerald City” for nothing. The climate supports some of the most casually beautiful yards I’ve ever seen. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/5bdac471-8d99-4752-8ca5-54d3671d1991/78fb54b2-204c-4bea-9cef-6bec4786c7cb.jpg Blog - Seattle - June, 2025 - There are so many beautiful, walkable green spaces in Seattle. We loved the Seattle Chinese Garden. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/f9afecb7-5470-4972-b36d-c162e97fa8da/21db0fb4-4835-42c3-a25d-850c21bef0b9.jpg Blog - Seattle - June, 2025 Bainbridge Island is a short ferry ride away, and it has some of the best forest paths. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/bb9dfd81-c642-49e1-9847-aa02acbab2ed/61d851d6-340d-4ef1-8c4e-0298a01688fb.jpg Blog - Seattle - June, 2025 - The Seattle Aquarium is a must-see! In 2015, Ink the Octopus was caught in a nearly successful attempt to escape his tank at the Seattle Aquarium. When I asked about this, the staff member said that they had to place a camera to keep an eye on him after they noticed fish disappearing from nearby tanks. “The ocean is queer!” We visited in June, and Seattle takes Pride month very seriously. The aquarium presenter told us all about the “trans” fish that would change their sex when it became necessary to breed. As a Midwesterner, I was a little surprised that a public institution would take this approach, but it was delightful to hear LGBTQ topics presented publicly in a silly, light, age-appropriate way. Plus, I think the fact that there are queer fish just makes the world more fascinating. I hope to meet one in the wild someday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/46b998ba-838c-44e9-9401-30a227213d1e/99107065-6658-4c76-8df0-361bed49a501.jpg Blog - Seattle - June, 2025 Elliott and I had amazing seats for a Sounders match at Lumen Field. The stadium district includes Lumen Field, where the Sounders and Seahawks play, and T-Mobile Stadium, where the Mariners play. It is accessible by public transit and easy to get to from downtown. When we opted to drive ourselves, we were able to easily find parking within a half mile of Lumen. https://www.elliottandannagoplaces.com/blog/boston monthly 0.5 2025-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/43b099e4-2659-4dd0-b711-1dfe51942a8a/%28Upload-from-mobile-1760458370%29IMG_3769.jpg Blog - Boston - ‘El Jaleo’ by John Singer Sargent at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Art Museum John Singer Sargent and Isabella Stewart Gardner were friends (more?!), and Sargent also painted a portrait of Gardner, which was considered scandalous for the time period for its depiction of Gardner’s neckline and direct gaze. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/6b1f1879-108a-4c7a-aa7a-e29802877c61/download.webp Blog - Boston - ‘Portrait of Madame’ by John Singer Sargent I have to be honest - I don’t really understand why this portrait of Isabella Stewart Gardner was so scandalous. But good for her anyway. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/ecd6ec32-340c-4c5c-9c56-0ef574b7dfbd/%28Upload-from-mobile-1760461198%29IMG_6260.jpeg Blog - Boston - The covered courtyard at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Only the depictions of female figures are positioned to gaze into the courtyard, while the male figures face away. 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Its vast reading rooms are filled with silent students hunched over long tables, while the stairwells and galleries are adorned with murals and architectural flourishes. The John Singer Sargent lobby is lovely, and the Abbey Room features a series of paintings depicting Sir Galahad’s quest for the Holy Grail. I pulled a few fragile pamphlets off a shelf and discovered political proceedings from nearly 200 years ago. It made me wish I had a legitimate academic reason to be there, though I suspect “nosy tourist” is close enough. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/a3373fa7-2410-4e94-a35b-889a207e6cab/%28Upload-from-mobile-1760458446%29IMG_3764.jpeg Blog - Boston - Statue of Sir Henry Vane In the entry of the library, there is a statue of Sir Henry Vane, an English politician who lived in Massachusetts in the 1630s. After exposure to what he felt was religious fakery - he called Puritan ministers "the second beast of Revelation" - he pioneered the concepts of religious freedom and separation of church and state in the colonies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/977317b4-5cbe-4784-b0a7-e4518e4d9384/download.jpg Blog - Boston The rest of the plaque reads: Sir Henry Vane Governor of the Colony of the Massachusetts Bay 1636 Born 1612 Beheaded 1662 An ardent defender of civil liberty and advocate of free thought in religion. He maintained that God, law, and parliament are superior to the King. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/146e458b-79c1-431e-bfba-619d255e20bf/%28Upload-from-mobile-1760461198%29IMG_6265.jpeg Blog - Boston - Elliott outside the Cheers Bar We stood right next to a plaque on the bar that read “This is Norm’s Seat”. The actor that played Norm had recently passed away, but it was clear the plaque had been there for a long time and was barely legible. If anyone visits in the next few months, let us know if they upgraded it! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/0ffb584b-30a6-4474-8af4-593aa2857488/%28Upload-from-mobile-1760458636%29IMG_3748.jpeg Blog - Boston - TD Garden, after a disappointing season They wasted no time in pulling up the floor. The stadium is also home of the Boston Bruins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/b239c3d2-cc82-4e69-9494-4f45b921ffd0/%28Upload-from-mobile-1760458636%29IMG_3749.jpeg Blog - Boston - Elliott and Larry Bird The “Hick from French Lick” spawned generations of Midwest Celtics fans, including Elliott and his dad. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/b374c1be-6eca-4092-a8ab-a4084bf96420/%28Upload-from-mobile-1760461198%29IMG_6251.jpeg Blog - Boston - Celtics Home Court I got close to take a picture and the tour guide yelled at me. I wasn’t going to to touch it! (OK, I was thinking about touching it.) https://www.elliottandannagoplaces.com/blog/sacramento monthly 0.5 2026-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/7b2140c0-7615-4341-8ef3-fd417abd05c2/IMG_3730.jpg Blog - Sacramento https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/1bd9eddc-45b0-40ed-be46-874d28eca97d/IMG_3720.jpg Blog - Sacramento https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/c6beb1f5-ee96-489f-a764-8ed1f6d4eb99/IMG_3721.jpg Blog - Sacramento https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/ffe5a93d-46ef-4a72-93b4-165a065b2736/IMG_3688.jpg Blog - Sacramento - It’s called a “Loquat”. We kept seeing these fruit trees lining the streets of Sacramento. When I stopped briefly to point one out to Elliott, an older lady on a nearby porch tottered down to us. She didn’t speak English, but she indicated through gestures that we should pick one of the fruits and eat it. When I did so, she grabbed it out of my hand, threw it aside, chose a different one, and handed it to me, again gesturing I should eat it. It was delicious! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/9a0d444d-fe5b-4ea9-917d-44d23d16a1d5/IMG_3674.jpg Blog - Sacramento - Crocker Art Museum These ladies took a break from “Grown Up Prom” to reflect on the displayed art. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/c649524f-d1d2-4cbc-897a-c58f666978ce/IMG_3681.jpg Blog - Sacramento - Soccer! Sacramento FC played Indy 11 while we were Sacramento, so of course we had to go! Do I remember who won? Not a chance. Do I remember the delicious burrito I ate? Absolutely. https://www.elliottandannagoplaces.com/blog/april-palm-springs monthly 0.5 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/3aabe86a-11fd-47eb-aa72-6241874ebead/Image+%289%29.jpg Blog - April - Palm Springs! - The house itself had a cozy, lived-in vibe. It could probably use a remodel, but the slightly worn finishes made it feel relaxed and comfortable. Sally was way more at ease here than she was in South Padre or Albuquerque. She had great views from inside and full access to a fenced backyard, which she took very seriously as her bunny-patrol zone. The inside was spacious and functional, but the outdoor space was the real star. We spent as much time as possible outside lounging by the pool, eating, and (for me) doing yoga. With the doors open all day and the warm air drifting in, it was a dream. Since we’re on Central Time, our workdays ended around 2 p.m., which meant long, sunny afternoons by the pool. Even the 6 a.m. start couldn’t ruin it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/72ccfbfb-9c41-4d32-a188-886985b1f410/Image+%2810%29.jpg Blog - April - Palm Springs! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.elliottandannagoplaces.com/blog/guest-author-lee-ann-visits-albuquerque-part-2 monthly 0.5 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/4e635be1-1f35-4cf4-9fc3-3f04a4ff8599/Tram+-+ABQ.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) - Make it stand out On Thursday the kids worked until early afternoon, and then we headed for a BIG adventure up the mountain. The Sandia Mountains dominate the eastern landscape of Albuquerque, rising over 10,000 feet above sea level. There is a Swiss Alps-style tramway at the foot of the peaks that takes passengers up to the top. We arrived at the tramway station about 4:00 pm and got in line for the ride to the top. The tram is suspended from a set of cables attached to a very large pulley system that connects to two giant towers placed strategically on the mountainside. The trams go back and forth between the lower station and top of the mountain. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/89f8aa03-7a12-4584-91a3-42bba14f3c52/Tram2+-+ABQ.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) - The tram itself reminded me of a small subway car with large windows, where most passengers stood for the 15-minute ride across the rocky and nearly vertical landscape. We travelled about 3500 feet to the top and disembarked to an amazing view of the valley below. At the top terminal, there are several viewing platforms, various hiking paths, restrooms and a restaurant perched on a cliff called 10.3, which designated the elevation at 10,300 feet. As we looked down the side of the mountain, our eyes caught something overhead – a hang glider was circling above us! Yes, a person hanging onto a 15-foot wingspan was soaring lazily on the updrafts coming up from the western exposure of the mountain. As I often say when I travel, “Not something you see every day!” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/c9ce099e-4b80-4c53-bdca-79c7ad16e4a4/E%2BA+sign.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) We hiked a couple of short paths and found some great views, and after a short wait, we were able to get three seats at the bar of the restaurant. We enjoyed gorgeous views looking both east and west. The western side overlooks the city of Albuquerque and the valley beyond the Rio Grande. The eastern side of the Sandia Peak has more of a slope and offers a few ski lifts and runs during colder months. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/a9659ee4-4f18-48fd-a554-b743c8431240/Petroglyphs.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) - Friday was another beautiful day, and Elliott was pinned down with work. Anna and I wanted to explore the collection of petroglyphs located to the north of the city. The Petroglyph National Monument of New Mexico is a collection of different sites around Albuquerque “featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago.” Learn More https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/f3ad6838-5996-428a-b159-36c0613a620f/MeowWolf.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) - Our first stop was Meow Wolf – and interactive museum-like experience occupying a former bowling alley. This was a completely new experience for me. Each room has an artistic, quirky theme of color, texture, light and sound. Visitors step onto the porch of an early 20th-century home with antique furnishings and accessories. We quickly discovered the hidden passages and staircases leading through enchanted forests, space travel, a neon undersea forest, a treehouse and even a passageway through the refrigerator in the kitchen. The whole place is filled with creativity, color, lights and fantasy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/821b6c24-387a-4666-b2a9-fa8ea3aecb62/MeowWolf2.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/92c2200c-1b7e-4d6d-927a-c7a92a367d7d/E%2BA+Train.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) - Our next stop was the Santa Fe Railyard to catch the Skytrain for a ride through the hills of New Mexico. We were seated in the first-class dining car of an historic car with bar service, live music, and a storyteller who shared the history of the area from the 1500’s until more recent times. The adjoining car allowed for some open-air views of the countryside, so I snapped a pic of my companions. I must admit – after our big lunch and a couple of cocktails, the rocking train and the unchanging (read monotonous) scenery - it was difficult for all of us to stay alert for the entire excursion. On a positive note, we learned about the “Harvey Girls,” a large number of young women who staffed the many hotels and restaurants located along the Santa Fe Railroad train routes coming west in the 1890’s. These young women and their stories were the subject of a 1946 movie featuring Judy Garland, Ray Bolger and Angela Lansbury. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/a6bc6562-f138-4ac1-a408-f9539714e1fd/High+Tea.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) - Our tea was set in La Quinta Inn, an elegant room with huge windows and large fireplace. About a dozen tables were set with beautiful (unmatched) China and flatware. Our cocktail choices included Champagne Lavender Spritz and Lavender Gin. Our extremely attentive server brought a total of three different teas to accompany our savory and sweet delicacies. The whole experience was quite elegant, but I would not recommend attending with a big appetite, as the servings are delicious, but more snack-sized. After tea, we shopped in the Farm Store on the property and found many tempting items to purchase. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/70c66f22-35a4-4322-b6fc-52b79f4b34f6/Yard+Art.jpg Blog - Guest Author - Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 2) - Sadly, this was farewell for me. Anna and I were both headed for Albuquerque airport for morning departures, and our handsome Uber driver and assistant Sally loaded us into La Flama Blanca. As we headed toward town, my last “Not something you see everyday” moment was looking at the western sky and seeing eight hot-air balloons floating above the city. It seemed like a personal invitation to return someday. Saying goodbye to my beautiful daughter and her wonderful husband was tough, but we made plans to reunite in California and are all looking forward to the wedding of my son William and his beautiful bride Hanna in August. https://www.elliottandannagoplaces.com/blog/guest-author-lee-ann-visits-albuquerque-part-1 monthly 0.5 2025-04-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/2f21f876-23a5-4bb0-b032-04e652cb6aaf/Mom+abq+1.png Blog - Guest Author! Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 1) - The ABQ airport was easy to navigate, and Anna was waiting in La Flama Blanca right at the curb. After a quick stop at Trader Joe’s for some provisions, we drove the highway through part of the city to a street with large, fenced lots and homes to Modesto Drive, north and uphill from the city. One direction is the Sandia Mountains (still a bit of snow on top) and the other direction lies a wide valley and the city stretching out into the western horizon. The dry, desert climate is the theme in home landscaping, as every home offers varying interpretations of xeriscaping – landscaping with no requirements for water. Rocks of all sizes, gravel, rock, brick, adobe and stone walls, and many varieties of cacti and desert plants are the main elements found around every home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/a092d37e-4c06-4774-914a-ce1b4d601346/mom+abq+2.png Blog - Guest Author! Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 1) Architecture ranges from adobe-style squared-off dwellings to Spanish style arches and terra-cotta tile rooflines to homes that would fit into the midwestern suburbs. Two large, friendly horses and a goat live across the street from Elliott and Anna’s current lodging, and there is a flock of chickens living up the street, but those are farm animal exceptions in this very family-oriented neighborhood. Since I arrived on a Friday afternoon, we planned to find a good location to watch the sunset. County Line is a popular barbeque spot, and we found the perfect table to view a beautiful sunset across the broad valley to the west. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/5e8bb8fb-078c-40f6-9877-bb8465ec403d/mom+abq+3.png Blog - Guest Author! Lee Ann Visits Albuquerque (Part 1) - Monday was a full-on work day for Elliott and Anna, so I made myself busy with a nice walk in great weather, and have continued this routine each day while exploring the neighborhood. It was fascinating to take in the many ways people present their homes here, with desert landscaping, decorative gates and a few oddities, like this metal sculpture I found in the neighborhood. Since Elliott wasn’t feeling well, Anna and I found a great place for dinner – La Reforma - and I tried Pozole for the first time. This is a stew with slow-cooked pork, hominy, and a delicious red chili sauce topped with shredded cabbage, onion and lime juice. We brought a giant burrito home to Elliott. Day 5 Anna and I went to the Albuquerque Museum on Tuesday and learned about the history of the city and its surroundings. My biggest takeaway was that, from the 1700’s, the population was divided between the native “Pueblo’ people, Europeans predominantly from Spain, and Mexican heritage. The museum is modern and well done, with a nice balance of traditional art, contemporary art, folk art and photography. In the evening, we visited the Boese Brewery for the “Geeks Who Drink” trivia night. The place was packed with teams and it was the first time I had seen a trivia contest online – smart phones were required to participate. We came in respectable fifth place. https://www.elliottandannagoplaces.com/blog/albuquerque monthly 0.5 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/083f75ad-1788-47f4-9c6d-980839d07bd0/Screenshot+2025-04-08+162230.png Blog - March - Albuquerque - Best Bar: Happy Accidents, Nob Hill This Bob Ross-themed bar has won a bunch of awards. The drinks and snacks are original and tasty. Their lengthy list of non-alcoholic cocktails was appealing enough to prevent me from day drinking. Elliott and I also shared the "Meatloaf and Mashed Potato Popcorn". https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/f27cfe11-3482-40a7-89ea-0bb40e8475ab/Image+%285%29.jpg Blog - March - Albuquerque - Best Hike: Tent Rocks The Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument is about an hour north of Albuquerque, and it is an absolute treasure. Make sure you book your time slot in advance. The ranger will escort you to the parking area, and the hike to the designated peak is a 3-4 mile round trip. These natural structures are so unique that it's easy to imagine you're on another planet. It would be the perfect place to film a space western (come on Firefly reboot!!). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/11574080-3c35-45f1-98b2-db41eb32f53c/NMU+Combo+pic.png Blog - March - Albuquerque - Best Sports Experience: New Mexico United Game While the facility is older and the soccer team shares it with a baseball team, you can tell that the New Mexico United fans LOVE their team. I wasn't expecting much, but it was really fun watching them win. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/dd8f076a-9ded-4e4a-825d-079ac2f801f4/Image+%282%29.jpg Blog - March - Albuquerque - Best Family Activity: Sandia Tramway This is just the coolest. I didn't feel like it started auspiciously - we were basically crammed into the tram car. But the ride to the top was about as thrilling as a slow-moving vehicle can possibly be. If I could do it over again, I would have spent the day at the peak of the mountain, exploring the hiking trails and relaxing at the restaurant. We did an abbreviated version of both. The highlights were the 10/10 views, the death wish antics of a paraglider, and the excellent food. Again, if I have the chance to return, I would book a reservation at the "fine dining" part of the restaurant, which I think includes a view of the sun setting over Albuquerque. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/b05b266a-20ad-4617-bdf8-8783fd5704db/Image+%283%29.jpg Blog - March - Albuquerque - Best Restaurant: Coda Bakery This Vietnamese bakery and sandwich shop had the best food of anywhere we ate. It was such an interesting fusion of Vietnamese and New Mexican staples. At least a third of the patrons were Asian in a city with very few Asians, if that tells you anything. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b7c3dab58d352607c5e0fb/59badf48-e45a-4e5f-8aee-ef88a5509f51/tea.jpg Blog - March - Albuquerque - Best Of Bougie: Tea at La Quinta at Los Poblanos Los Poblanos is a beautiful hotel and venue set on acres of lavender fields and working farmland. It's part of a growing agrotourism trend where a restaurant attempts to source all its ingredients from the adjacent farm or local area. Although it's a totally different vibe and scale, the aesthetics kind of reminded me of a more down-to-earth version of French Lick or the Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels, Maryland. You know the sort - where the accommodations are set among beautifully maintained grounds, and weddings cost a fortune. There's also a "wellness yurt", which I don't think French Lick or Perry Cabin boasts. 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