Snoqualmie Falls

Today, for Mother's Day and just to get out and have fun, we went to Snoqualmie Falls. I had never been there and had heard great things about it. I even read that it's the tallest waterfall in Washington State.

Before we left, I think the dogs knew something was up. They were very excited. Unfortunately, when we got to the falls, a Puget Sound Energy employee informed us that no dogs were allowed on the premises. I was really angry, because it meant that we had to leave the dogs alone in the car. When I finally saw one of the PSE signs, it made me more upset. The picture on the sign does not look like a dog at all. It looks more like a duck! The falls were amazing. We decided to do the short but steep hike to the lower observation deck, which was well worth it. On the way back, we even got to see some baby Peregrine Falcons.

Before leaving, we stopped at the Salish Lodge Attic Bistro for a drink overlooking the falls. With such an amazing view, we decided to stay for desert and coffee. It was a nice treat, and was a nice way to spend Mother's Day, as it was harder on me today than it has been in years. I attribute it being hard in part to helping clients work through similar grief issues. With how I was feeling, it was wonderful for me to spend the day with B. and the dogs. We ended up taking them to the park before coming home With both of them fast asleep, tired from running and swimming, I think they forgive us. :)