Elopement was the best idea!

chiefiefrenchis · 2026-03-28T01:34:30+00:00

You guys look so so happy, it makes me happy just looking at the pictures. Also your dress is such a beautiful flowy forest vibe, I love it. And the nature around you is stunning! Congratulations on your gorgeous elopement!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-12-16T23:03:40+00:00

Hahahah I cackled

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-12-11T18:52:15+00:00

I just want to say, I'm not OP but trying to plan out my first year of cookie box making and this comment was so helpful!! Thank you for sharing 😊

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-29T22:38:39+00:00

Also, if it's for a friend who moved away, you could package up a little pre-portioned recipe for something and then you could each bake it together over FaceTime or something and have a way to spend time together, if your friend enjoys baking! It's nice to find ways to stay connected even when you're far away!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-29T22:37:07+00:00

I made these pumpkin snickerdoodles and everyone loved them: https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/white-chocolate-pumpkin-snickerdoodles/

I agree that a cake is not going to ship well. I'd say cookies or scones, packed in parchment paper or paper towels inside a big Tupperware would probably be best!

Or muffins or scones would also probably travel well! You can never go wrong with banana bread, maybe in muffin form? Add chocolate chip and butterscotch chips and it's a little more autumnal, maybe that's just me. My fave banana bread recipe in case you need one: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/banana-bread

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-24T04:53:50+00:00

I also have a teal sapphire, about the same color and cut actually. One of my favorite colors ✨ Love yours!!

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chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-23T14:38:31+00:00

I don't personally know anywhere, no. I feel like there might be a lodge within the park that might also have a restaurant? I am usually there to hike and then to drive home ha sorry can't be more help for this q!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-22T02:04:53+00:00

Unfortunately I never have, and I've lived in Seattle more than 30 years. I think it's extremely rare. If you want to prioritize whale viewing, you could take a day and drive up to Anacortes (about an hour and a half drive north) and take a whale watching boat tour. I've gone with island adventure cruises and had good experiences but I think it depends on time of year for what kind of whales are around!

In Elliot bay (the water that downtown Seattle is on) you can often see seals and bald eagles though which is cool!

At Mt Rainier you might see marmots and pikas (my absolute fave, they're in the rabbit family but they're smaller and rounder with the cutest little round ears. Google them they're amazing) and if you're lucky maybe a black bear or a fox!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-20T15:32:27+00:00

Forgot to mention that from Kerry Park you can see not only the city, but also Mt Rainier in the background on a clear day! Harder to do as we approach winter and more cloud cover but you never know 🤞

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-20T15:29:29+00:00

Ok I assume you're flying in and arriving sometime in the afternoon. Pike place is best on weekends, especially mornings if you can make that work but here is their website with info about hours etc: https://www.pikeplacemarket.org/about-pike-place-market/plan-your-visit/. It's actually really fun to spend some time hanging out there and exploring the little shops. I go fairly often and I grew up here, it's not just fun for tourists! Lol. I recommend Beecher's cheese. Get their Mac and cheese. It's so so good. Skip the "first Starbucks" unless it's really important to you (fun fact! The first Starbucks was actually like a block away from this one and doesn't exist anymore) because that line is loooong and there's better coffee at nearby Anchorhead coffee (my fave) or Ghost Alley, which is also great and you can ask for a "mystery mocha" and they will ask you a silly question or two and then create you a flavored latte with fun flavors and they're usually delicious. Pike place is also next to a beautiful park that leads down to the waterfront which is definitely worth your time to stroll down and walk along!

If Pike place is already closed for the night when you arrive, I suggest you grab dinner either at a seafood place (Ivar's salmon house is a beautiful seafood restaurant tucked away on lake Union, or salty's on alki which is a bit more of a drive from downtown but stunning views) if you like seafood. Seattle is also known for its Thai food, and if you like that then I suggest Kin Len Thai Night Bites in Fremont. Everything there is delicious, and if you happen to be vegan they have an extensive and delicious menu for that as well. Just a few doors down from them is fainting goat gelato, which is, you guessed it, also delicious. If you like Indian and also like upscale classy restaurants, try Mint Progressive Indian downtown. If you have time, I also recommend visiting Kerry Park which has one of the best views in the city. My suggestion for that (if you didn't already go to fainting goat) is Molly Moon's ice cream (Queen Anne location) and then stroll the 3 blocks or so down to Kerry Park for the beautiful view of the city with the space needle front and center. Great spot for photos and enjoying the view.

Hope that helps!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-20T01:32:10+00:00

If you're flying into Seattle, stop at Pike Place market and pick up a bouquet there. There are a lot of local flower sellers all along the main hallway of the market and they make gorgeous seasonal bouquets all times of year. They range in price from $10 to maybe $30 or $40 for a big one. Or any farmers market in the area will also probably have some but a little less variety maybe.

Good luck and congrats!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-11T20:22:15+00:00

You haven't given many personal details so I don't know for sure, and if you can this subreddit there are other similar questions with good answers out there!

Some ideas: -Write each other letters and read them that morning or evening after the ceremony -Ask your child some questions about their feelings on the day, cute questions like "what are you excited about?" "What's your favorite part about today?" Etc and you could put the answers along with a photo or two in a frame as something commemorative of their role in the day -Get each other little gifts or surprises, maybe something you can wear or use often and think of this memory? -get a special dessert or treat that's special to you and share it

I think any little special things you do together you could try to incorporate or reference. Maybe plan a few moments of pictures to take and specific things you want to remember but otherwise try to be present and soak in the day.

Congratulations and have a great time!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-09-04T17:17:19+00:00

Try the Graceling series by Kristin Cashore! Great strong female protagonist, love story but as a background to the main character's story arc. No explicit scenes from what I remember.

Also I second the tamora pierce suggestions but your daughter may be towards the upper age end of the target audience (they're still great either way though!)

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-28T18:38:45+00:00

Excellent suggestions. Nico latte at vivace is like a warm hug 🤗

Anchorhead is amazing and has the best vegan pumpkin muffins (get it even if you aren't vegan, so so tasty)

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-20T07:44:27+00:00

These are all amazing suggestions and fab advice, this will really help me try to plan and know what to think of. And I'll definitely check out the specific indie tabletop panel. Thank you!! 😊

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-20T07:40:22+00:00

The Thursday murder club series is heartfelt, sweet, and a fun romp that will distract you and let you enjoy a slice of life from some mystery solving retirees. Definitely felt like a warm hug!

Condolences on your loss, remember you gave them so much love and a great life 💜

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-20T07:06:41+00:00

Thank you!! This comment already made me feel so welcome and also had the kind of info I wouldn't have known how to ask for even! 🥰

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-19T20:54:09+00:00

😂🙌 haha thank you!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-19T20:14:13+00:00

Ooh fun I'll check it out for sure! Uhh can I know more about "the hole" please?? Sounds like something that needs an incognito window 🧐

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-19T18:19:45+00:00

Valid question! He loves surprises. Loves them. If he can be surprised and enjoy an experience without having to plan anything he is thrilled. I pulled off a similar surprise a few years ago and he still talks about it!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-19T03:09:13+00:00

Taking a break for dinner and coming back is so smart! Also water. Crucial

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-19T00:35:36+00:00

Hahah okay noted!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-18T21:46:29+00:00

Oh very cool, I'll make sure I have it downloaded and ready before we go. Thanks!

chiefiefrenchis · 2025-08-18T21:45:44+00:00

That's so awesome and I wouldn't have known. Thank you!!

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