Yesterday we visited Mount Rainier on a perfect day (see picture). It took about an hour an half to get to the mountain, and we took the scenic route up. It is the tallest mountain in the contiguous United States (Mount McKinley here I come...) and is, to my surprise, an active volcano. It is very heavily concentrated with glaciers. Some days it can be seen from as far away as Portland, Oregon! The mountain is covered with Evergreens, snow, and glaciers, and we found lots of beautiful waterfalls. It was pretty crazy to be playing in the snow in 85 degree heat. The scenery is breathtaking and the weather was just perfect. I can't believe I feel this way about a MOUNTAIN...the scenery is getting to me.
Last night we went to a friend's house on Vashon Island (see other picture), a short ferry ride away from Tacoma. The island is quite big, with its own high school (though no traffic lights). The house was right on the water and reminded me so much of New England living. I'm so happy to be around so much saltwater here!
Today I was the "guest artist" at Michael's summer camp at Tacoma Little Theater. He acted as the moderator and I answered some of the high schooler's questions about Life On Broadway...it doesn't get any better than this, my friends...
Aren't you the big shot???
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