Seattle ^11
The following day, I had some free time to explore Seattle as my bike
was being serviced and the cycling maps I ordered had yet to arrive.
The city offered a beautiful waterfront, a bustling market area, and a
charming old town, perfect for a leisurely stroll.
After my mandatory cup of coffee at Starbucks, I headed to REI. It
turned out to be a huge mistake because the store was absolutely
marvellous, offering nearly everything needed for outdoor activities,
all of exceptional quality. I soon realised that leaving the store
without buying something was impossible, so I purchased a solar
panel to charge all my numerous gadgets.
Seattle
The much-awaited maps arrived a day late, but fortunately, the
bicycle was ready to go. The bike shop had done a fantastic job
servicing the bike and even repaired the broken front rack. However,
I had to go to Best Buy on the opposite side of the town to purchase
the Garmin North America map. The fun part was that I had to rely
on different modes of public transportation to reach my destination.
Finally, I downloaded the map online, but setting it up proved to be a
challenge. Despite these hurdles, I was determined to start my
journey the next day.
The next day, I had the good fortune of meeting Mike, a friend I had
made through the 365-project. We spent the day exploring the lively
folk festival, enjoying the music and the atmosphere. Later, we
climbed up the hill for a few night shots of the city skyline. I was
grateful to have Mike's company in Seattle as he knew the area well,
and his presence made the city feel more familiar and welcoming.