SeaTac
On the first day, I flew to Seattle and my friend who lived there picked me up from the airport. We stopped and ate at a restaurant called 13 Coins on the way from the Sea-Tac Airport to Seattle for a little exploration.
First, my friend took me to see the Fremont Troll, an epic art installation sculpture of, you guessed it, a troll under a bridge. Naturally, I had to take some photos with the troll (and pick his nose) before we continued on the trip.
Next, we explored Pike's Place Market, Seattle's original farmer's market. They sell various foods and artisanal goods out of unique shops, with beautiful views of the water.
One feature I found particularly entertaining was the gum wall located in Post Alley beneath Pike's Place Market. The tradition of sticking gum on this wall began by patrons of the nearby theater waiting in line sticking their gum on the wall between 1991-1993. Despite attempts by the staff to clean it off, it stuck, so to speak. Thanks to their playful spirit, we now have this brightly-colored attraction to visit and interact with. Of course, we had to participate in the fun and stick some gum of our own on the wall before walking down to the pier to enjoy the views of the water and marvel at the Ferris wheel.
We returned to my friend's home to sleep up for our big adventure tomorrow!
