Slept in Seattle

31 03 2009

After my dose of food poisoning on Sunday night, I slept through the night last night, though the wind was howling around the building and the creakiness 40+ floors up was a bit scary.

Char and I went to dinner in the hotel (Coldwater Bar and Grill at The Westin) with Bonni G and Sharon B. We each had a FABULOUS meal that we ranted and raved about — I had the Alaskan King Salmon with a to-die-for lime fraiche sauce on the side. (Dinner menu)

I’d hate to have been a table anywhere near us — we were laughing heaps, sharing stories, and just having a great time without a drop of alcohol anywhere to be seen! It was a fun night, and it’s the first time I’ve met Sharon B. I knew her by reputation but I’m pretty sure we’ve never met before — she’s a hoot!





For Sue who likes pink

31 03 2009

I mentioned in yesterday’s post that another friend loves pink, which is why I didn’t make the laptop bag for Char in pink!

So before I left for the US, I decided I’d better make something for Sue otherwise she’ll give me a hard time about ignoring her… Sue loves pink, so pink she’s getting (well, she should already have her gift now as I’m writing this a few days before I leave, but post-dating it for after I see her… confused?)

Here’s Sue’s gift — very pink coasters! (all nicely fabric protected too):

Pack of four coasters for Sue

Pack of four coasters for Sue

All the coasters

All the coasters

Front and back of the coasters -- yes, the back is pink too!

Front and back of the coasters -- yes, the back is pink too!