Shopping Spree

Now this wasn't your typical shopping spree. First of all, this little (or not so little) spending spree was all about Dan, rather than me...

Driving into Seattle

It was time to put some distance between us and Vancouver, so our next stop was Mount Rainier, in Washington State. Before we left Burlington, we had come to the realisation that we had too much stuff in the car - and before you say anything, it is not because I packed too many shoes or handbags. So we decided to purchase a top box for the car. On the way to Mount Rainier, we detoured via Seattle to visit the mothership of all REI stores (a travel/outdoor store. Personally, I reckon Dan brought along too many of his toys so we had to visit this store). We arrived at REI, and were treated to an outdoors wonderland. There was a mini hiking trail and bike route around the store, and once through the large wooden doors with Italian pick axes for door handles there were 2 levels to explore. A lock box was selected, and a few other items were picked up. We re-jigged how the car was packed (well Dan did, I got my priorities in order and went and got lunch) and we were set to go!

Packing the car...again