I received a most wonderful packet in the mail today from my sister. She is very appreciative of all that I do for our father, and to show that appreciation, she is treating me to a gala weekend in Seattle. Chateau W is, of course, her lovely art-filled home, the only place I’ve ever been that makes me realize how wonderful a house really can be. And the chef? Her husband, a professional chef. A lovely home and a chef husband. She knows how to live! And she knows how to appreciate. Here is the itinerary she sent me in that packet.
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Pat Bertram
“Appreciation Weekend” Extravaganza
Seattle, Washington
March 29 – 31, 2013
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Friday, March 29, 2013
~Travel: Alaska Airlines, Arrives Seattle WA 1:22PM
~Arrival: Curbside pick-up at Sea-Tac International Airport 1:30 PM
~Accommodations: Two nights lodging at Château W, featuring private Bed & Breakfast suite and 24/7 on-call Personal Chef Services
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Saturday, March 30, 2013
1:00 PM Limousine service arrives at Château W for transport to Seattle Center
1:30 PM Arrival at McCaw Hall, Seattle Center
2:00 PM Shen Yun performance begins
…Bringing to life 5,000 years of Chinese civilization through classical Chinese dance and music in an exhilarating show you will never forget.
5:00 PM Limousine arrives at McCaw Hall, Seattle Center for transport to Ray’s Boathouse
5:30 PM Dinner Reservations at Ray’s Boathouse
Amazing NW seafood, an award-winning wine list, and spectacular water views!
7:30 PM Limousine arrives at Ray’s Boathouse for transport back to Château W
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Sunday, March 31, 2013
Morning: Breakfast to Order (upon wakening)
Noon: Chateau W shuttle to SeaTac International Airport
Night: Alaska Airlines, Leaves Seattle WA 2:50PM
We are honored to serve as your weekend hosts, and we look forward to seeing you!
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It should be an incredible adventure. I can hardly wait!
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Pat Bertram is the author of the suspense novels Light Bringer, More Deaths Than One, A Spark of Heavenly Fire, and Daughter Am I. Bertram is also the author of Grief: The Great Yearning, “an exquisite book, wrenching to read, and at the same time full of profound truths.” All Bertram’s books are published by Second Wind Publishing. Connect with Pat on Google+
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March 22, 2013 at 4:42 pm
What a lovely treat. They are lucky to have you taking care of your dad. And you deserve this and more.
March 23, 2013 at 4:52 pm
I am looking forward to the experience. Just seeing Shen Yun would be wonderful, and all the rest is an unexpected delight.
March 22, 2013 at 6:14 pm
What a relaxing and enjoyable plan.
March 23, 2013 at 4:53 pm
I am looking forward to the weekend. Of course, afterward I turn into Cinderella again sans prince, but I intend to make the most of the adventure.
March 22, 2013 at 8:35 pm
How wonderful, Pat!!! I know you are excited. I’m so glad you are appreciated!!!! Have a fantastic time!!!!!
March 23, 2013 at 4:54 pm
Thank you. Yes, I am excited. I’ve wanted to see Shen Yun ever since I saw the first advertisement. All the rest will only make the weekend even more memorable.
March 23, 2013 at 3:51 am
Enjoy! Will be waiting to hear all about it.
March 23, 2013 at 4:56 pm
Thank you, Holly. I will enjoy the weekend, and of course you’ll get to hear about it! I write about everything that happens to me, whether people want to hear it or not.