Walter and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary last Wednesday the 29th of August. It's hard to believe it's been that long. Sometimes it seems like it was just yesterday, and sometimes it seems like we've been married forever. I wouldn't have it any other way. Walter has been the most wonderful, understanding, patient, and caring husband especially over the last couple weeks of health problems for my mother.
We had plans to take a trip to Victoria for a couple days to celebrate, but those plans went by the wayside when my mother fell and then went into the hospital. Thankfully Mom's doctor helped us out with a special letter which enabled us to get our money back for our hotel reservation.
The day of our anniversary was actually the same day my mother was transferred from the hospital to the rehab facility. So I spent most of the day in Olympia making sure that all went smoothly and getting her settled in the new place. Who knew it could take 3 hours to check someone into a rehab facility?? There were tons of paperwork and questions to be answered.
Finally I made my way to Seattle and got home in time to go out with Walter for a special anniversary dinner. One of our favorite places is Bahama Breeze. Lucky for us they serve late and their food never disappoints.
At the end of August we actually celebrate two anniversaries. The 29th is our wedding anniversary and the 31st is the anniversary of the first time we met in person after meeting online and developing our relationship over the phone. Walter first flew to Seattle to see me on August 31st, 1986. We usually celebrate by dining at Totem House Fish & Chips across the street from Ballard Locks. You see when Walter first came to Seattle I played tour host and showed him the sites in Seattle starting with the Ballard Locks. Totem House was the first place we dined together.
I wouldn't recommend it on a "best of" list (it's a little greasy for us these days) but it's nostalgic for us and fun to do once a year. Because of a hectic schedule we haven't made it out to Totem House yet but hopefully we will soon.
Trip to Olympia
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That was neat to "visit" Bahama Breeze by clicking the link you provided, Carm! And, the "indulge" shots cause one to inquire..."which of those delicacies did you indulge in on your anniversary?"
I'm glad you and Walter got dinner out together at the very least!
God bless you with another 20 Years!
Colette
Happy Anniversary Walter and Carmelita!
Colette and Elliott, thanks for the congratulations!
Colette, we certainly did "indulge". We started the meal with our favorite appetizer the Roasted Cuban Bread. I had the Seafood Paella and Walter had the wood-grilled chicken breast for dinner and then we shared a piece of their incredible key lime pie. Walter's from the South and he's picky about his key lime pie. Bahama Breeze has some of the best.
Of course there was too much food entirely so Walter enjoyed a hearty lunch the next day too.
Carm
Twenty great years and still going strong! Happy anniversary to you both!
Thank you Christina! Walter has been imagining what we should do for our 50th anniversary. Nothing like planning ahead!
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