The PNW

Apparently the Pacific Northwest has a distinct culture. 

Before I left and moved down to the desert, I assumed 

this way of life was standard. It is not. Whilst I was 

visiting Washington state, I decided to capture some 

of that culture in photos. There is no way I could 

describe this kind of stuff in words. Except I actually 

do. If any of my readers (all 3 of you) have any

pictures of PNW culture they would like to add, please 

send my way. I was really wanting to get the place in 

Seattle with coffee shops on all four corners. Am I 

making that up? I swear I have seen it. Maybe in 

movies. (Note: I am in no way poking fun at any of 

these things. I love these things. Sort of how you love 

the weirdy uncle at your Christmas party. Totally 

wonkadoo, but you would be sad if he didn't come. 

Also, he gives good gifts.)

There are coffee shops on EVERY corner. You may 

think I am exaggerating. I am not. A lot of them dabble 

in coffee art. The one at the bottom is my own mother's 

attempt at coffee art, albeit abstract coffee art (i.e. plop 

some foam on top of a latte).

Coffee

even more coffee

and more coffee (I actually used to work at this one! fun history lesson.)

So abstract. 

An inordinate number of Subarus, Volvos, and Volkswagens.

Subarus. Subari.

Eco-friendly EVERYTHING. Thank you, 
Washington.You will save us all.

Solar trash compactors. WHAT? How does this even work?!

A... different... style of dressing. They must dress for
all types of weather so this fashion naturally makes sense.

the outfit of the day. everyday. northface gear, socks
and walking sandals, vests, and pants with all the pockets
you will ever need. ever.

Organic everything. Not like go to the store 

and buy organic. Organic as in go to the farm

that is your backyard and grab the eggs and

milk the cow organic. Organasmic.

Yes, this is exactly what is sounds like. Tour chicken coops.

Miss you, Washington! Stay green. xoxo, e.