Newsletter - Seattle At Home: The Best Way to Get to Know Seattle

This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating our favorite guy—Tyson (or as the boys call him, Baba).

He’s the ultimate wrestling partner, pancake flipper, snuggle buddy, and fixer of literally everything. There’s no one quite like him.

💬 Recently, I had the honor of helping a client who had recently lost her husband, revisit a piece of land they once owned together.

🌭🥗 A few close friends and I ended up staying local and having a small cookout at home last Memorial Day. It was super low-key—just some grilled food, a few drinks, and lots of laughs in the backyard.

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 There’s something really special about these moments—watching your kids hit big milestones and realizing just how much they’ve grown. Whether it’s kindergarten or college, it all feels huge in the best way.

Big changes are stirring in Seattle’s real estate scene this May—and whether you’re buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the market, you’ll want to stay informed.

Memorial Day weekend is already here and I wanted to share a few highlights with you...

Spring’s Here—Let’s Move! 🌼✨

Rec'N The Streets is back in action! Here’s what’s new:

🧠 STEM & Health classes to grow your mind and body
🛹 More skate programming (yes, more ramps!)
🌳 New park spots around Central Seattle

📅 Check out our spring schedule and come hang with us: Rec'N The Streets

Spring is Here… and So is the Zoo Poo! 🌼💩

So here’s the scoop (pun 100% intended): My garden is loving Zoo Doo from Woodland Park Zoo!

I wanted to share a fun experience my family and I recently had—we visited Northwest Trek Wildlife Park in Eatonville, WA, and had an amazing time!

Spring is Here… and So is the Zoo Poo! 🌼💩

So here’s the scoop (pun 100% intended): My garden is loving Zoo Doo from Woodland Park Zoo!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 I brought my husband and the twins with me on a recent work trip to Whidbey Island—and it turned out to be the best kind of mix between work and family.

🌱🐣 There’s something so magical about fresh starts and the thrill of the hunt—whether it's for new opportunities or brightly colored Easter eggs! As we welcome the beauty of spring and all the new beginnings it brings, I'm feeling especially grateful for this season of renewal and growth.

🙌 I’m excited to share a special event honoring the legendary Doolittle Raiders! Sarah "FIGHT" Broadbent, Secretary & Treasurer of Chapter 244 — Greater Seattle Air & Space Forces Association, and a dedicated Seattle At Home reader, invited us all to this meaningful commemoration.

So my twins very seriously told me it was Take Your Dog to Work Day.
Naturally, I packed up our senior pup, Ziggy—treats and all—and brought him along.

Only after walking into my first meeting did I realize…

It’s April Fools’.

✨ What Do You Want to See in This Newsletter?

🏡📈 My goal is to share content that’s actually useful and interesting to you—especially when it comes to real estate and market trends here in Washington State.

We went to Shoreline Kids Dentistry (shorelinekidsdentistry.com), and they were so excited to pick a show to watch while getting their teeth checked. 🎬

It’s not summer yet! ☁️❄️ We’re still staying cozy over here, and one of our favorite ways to make the most of these chilly nights is with family game night! 🎲✨

✨I just got back from an unforgettable trip to Sedona, Arizona, with my friends, and I had to share one of the highlights: our hike to the amazing Subway Cave!

🏡 February is Here! Let’s Find Your Dream Home

Can you believe January has already come and gone?

⛷ Skiing with the family just got easier at Snoqualmie!

🚗🍫 Weekend Tip: Arrive early for parking and pack snacks—you’ll thank us later!

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📈 As we kick off 2025, the real estate market is off to a strong start! Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or explore your options, now is a fantastic time to take action.

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The Year of the Snake is here! 🐍

🧹✨We spent some time cleaning up the house to shake off any bad energy and put on new clothes to start the Lunar New Year with a fresh vibe.

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🥢🎲 We kicked off the New Year with dim sum and a lively game of UNO—full of laughter, dumplings, and just a little friendly competition. It was the perfect way to start 2025 surrounded by love and fun.

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The wildfires in Los Angeles are affecting so many people, and it’s tough to watch. Let’s keep those impacted in our thoughts and do what we can to help.

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🎄🎁This Christmas, I’m lucky to be spending time in a beautiful snowy retreat with friends and family. There’s something so special about slowing down, bundling up in cozy blankets, and just soaking in the holiday vibes with the people who make life brighter.

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Christmas is almost here, and the New Year is just around the corner! 🎅🎉 What better way to celebrate than by enjoying the brightest and most magical light shows in town?

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🎢✨ We recently took our twins on a magical trip to Disneyworld in Orlando. The stunning Christmas lights made us feel like we stepped into a winter wonderland, and the twins were absolutely mesmerized!

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I just found something so magical, I had to share it with you! One of our neighbors located in Renton is lighting up the season with their second annual walk-through Christmas light display—Miracle on 134th Street!

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🦃🍂Today’s the perfect time to think about everything we’re grateful for—family, friends, good food, and even those curveballs life throws our way (because, hey, they make us stronger, right?).

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Thanksgiving travel is almost here! A few quick tips for smooth flying from Seattle:

1. Best Time to Fly 🕒:
Try flying Tuesday morning or Thanksgiving Day—it’s less crowded and cheaper. Avoid flying Sunday night after the holiday—it’s super busy. If you can, fly Monday to avoid the rush.

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🥶❄️Escape the Winter Blues! Seattle has direct flights to nearby cities that are perfect for a quick getaway and a mood boost.

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☀️Greetings from Sunny San Diego!

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🎁I’ve been reading about minimalism and the “joy of less.” It’s a refreshing perspective—focusing on what truly matters and cutting back on the excess that often comes with this time of year.

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I hope you’re doing well.

This week has been such a whirlwind with all the ups and downs of the election. Like many of us, I found myself diving into work just to stay grounded.

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🏡I recently had the pleasure of closing on a beautiful house on Whidbey Island. What a remarkable property! Being part of my clients’ journey to homeownership there was incredibly rewarding.

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🍂I spent the weekend at Mount Rainier, and it was absolutely magical!