Melissa's Travels

Trip: Adventures in Seattle

There are [22] stories from my trip: Adventures in Seattle


There's No Turning Back Now.

USA | Monday, 7 Sep 2009 | Views [36]

Fall is officially here. Technically, we should still have two more weeks of summer to enjoy before it is officially fall. Regardless of the fact that I've lived in Seattle for 25 years, I still find myself constantly surprised at this city's bipolar ... Read more >


Dov'e la spiaggia? (Which way to the beach?)

USA | Sunday, 9 Aug 2009 | Views [85]

I am officially half way through my summer vacation. Only six weeks (and that visa I'm still waiting for) lie between me and my year in Spain. I couldn't be more excited. I could however deal with being less nervous. I've found it hard to enjoy siestas ... Read more >


Taking on the Spanish Education System. One subject at a time.

USA | Sunday, 2 Aug 2009 | Views [74]

I never thought I would add "ESL teacher" to the list of jobs I've held. Truth be told, I was one of those children in elementary school who steered clear of the kids in the ESL classes. I read books condemning the horrific history of segregation ... Read more >


Back to Reality

USA | Thursday, 2 Jul 2009 | Views [46]

I am officially back in the PST Time zone, calling Seattle (or rather Burien) home again. Although, I can't say I have actually adjusted to this time. The sun is telling me I should be enjoying breakfast and morning errands, but my internal clock says ... Read more >


One Week and Counting!

USA | Tuesday, 24 Mar 2009 | Views [63]

Today marks the one week countdown until I'm heading back to Spain. Now that the trip is almost here I feel nothing but excitement and gratitude. The time for stressing about money or prepping to be the best TA on record has passed. Although I'm still ... Read more >


The Magic of Disney

USA | Thursday, 12 Mar 2009 | Views [58] | Comments [1]

Today has officially been one of the best of the year. It all started with an eye doctor appointment that involved me avoiding having my eyes dilated. I absolutely hate having my eyes dilated and I didn't have the luxury of lounging around ... Read more >


Prepping for a Bittersweet Goodbye

USA | Wednesday, 11 Mar 2009 | Views [59]

It's weird to think that I will never again think "It's a full moon tonight, wonder how that's going to effect the psych unit?" Three weeks from now I will be boarding a plane bound for Europe and my days (and nights) of employment on an ... Read more >


Finding Adventure at Home

USA | Tuesday, 14 Oct 2008 | Views [52]

I find a lot of joy in frequenting the numerous coffee shops that call Seattle home, and even more joy in doing my small part to help the environment by bringing along my own to-go cup when I head out in search of a latte. However, I frequently find myself ... Read more >


24---A Monumental Birthday

USA | Monday, 1 Sep 2008 | Views [41]

24 years old today. What's so special about turning 24? Three years since I could legally drink, one year away from getting a discount on rental cars. At least 16 years away from hitting a midlife crisis (though bordering dangerously close to quarter ... Read more >


The Silver Lining in Doubling

USA | Saturday, 23 Aug 2008 | Views [29]

My job is stressful, no doubt about that. Any environment where you run the risk of getting punched in the face by patients is bound to leave your subconscious screaming out in suffering while you sleep. Despite the often hard to deny anxiety provoking ... Read more >


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