Welcome Kendra - New Ballard Blogger
BallardGuy May 5th, 2008
Kendra writes:
After living all over the world, I chose Ballard as my first permanent home. In the Pacific Northwest I found the best of the best: water, mountains, natural beauty, an urban lifestyle, interesting architecture, a literate population and a high quality of life. Even the rain is OK with me (well most of the time). I tell people I am a little bit like Goldilocks, some cities I lived in were too hot, some were too cold, Seattle was just right. It’s why I am excited to blog about my favorite place. That, and it’s nice to get some use out of my Master’s in Creative Writing.
Ballard how do I love thee? Let me count the ways…
The Ballard Library - between it’s green roof, interesting architectural and the amazing fact that I can check out all the books and movies I want for free this is my favorite spot.
Sunset Hill Park - a walk over to this postcard size park with its magnificent view always brightens my mood.
Ballard Farmer’s Market - I get to support local farming practices, eat healthy fruits and vegetables, stroll the old brick streets and people watch. It reminds me of the open-air markets in Europe.
My neighbors - They are the best thing about living in Ballard. I live on a street that is a throwback to the 1940’s, where we know each other’s names, watch out for each other and come nice weather when we see one of us outside the others all come running from their houses for a good old fashioned porch stoop chat.
And my list would include:
The Ballard Locks
The Other Coast Cafe - Great subs!
Shilshoe - Golden Gardens