Local Bands
As we've come to learn, Anderson Islanders love playing music. There are several local bands that have multiple family members as musicians and singers. On the first weekend after we arrived, we were invited to a fundraiser where this year's theme was "Oh, Canada." Three local bands played an interesting mix of music by Canadian artists including Gordon Lightfoot, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Leonard Cohen, K.D. Lang, the Guess Who and more.
Last night, we cycled down to the water to listen to a practice session of a new local country band, Uncle Daddy and the King Tides. The backdrop behind the stage was a stunning view of the Sound.
Peter Puget
Last Saturday we were invited to yet another local event, a reenactment of Peter Puget's landing on Anderson Island on May 22, 1792. Puget was an officer in Britain's Royal Navy and is best known for his exploration of Puget Sound, which is named for him. Along with Captain George Vancouver, he began a detailed survey of the Pacific North American coast, from the Columbia River to Alaska.
Bike & Shop
On Monday morning, we decided to board the Christine Anderson (the ferry) with our e-bikes and, once on the mainland, ride to the Safeway in Tacoma to stock up on groceries. Biking is a much more economical way to make the trip as the walk-on tickets are only $9 for the two of us instead of $27 for a car and two passengers.
On the trip over, we took in a beautiful view of Mount Rainier, which you can see from many locations on the island. Once we disembarked, we rode our bikes about 20 minutes to get to the Safeway, rode back to the ferry terminal, and headed back to AI.
Slice of Life
One evening last week, Cliff was out taking the dog for their final walk of the day. A man was driving out of the park and yelled to Cliff.
Man: "I got a big mouth!"
Cliff : "What?"
Man: "I got a big mouth!"
Cliff: "Okay."
Man: "Yup. Got it as soon as my bobber hit the water."
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I Knew what the big mouth was. Sounds like you are enjoying your new lifestyle.
Wally, We are! Of course, the locals warn us with “Just wait until July 4th…”. 🙂
Glad your having a blast and we love reading your blogs.
I was pretty sure about the “big mouth”, too. Coming from the bass fishing state of Michigan.
Loving the updates and glad it’s all sounding so enjoyable. Super!
But but but there no wineries on that island... how you gona survive?
We brought five cases of Amador County wine with us. We just need to figure out what to do after tomorrow… 😉
I'm really enjoying your blog. thank you for sharing your humorous stories.
Sounds like a lot of fun. I really like the music selection played by the bands.
Enjoyed the history lesson. Never knew how Puget Sound and Vancouver got their names! Looks like you are having nice weather! Bike riding for groceries sounds like a blast!