Hi, my name’s Kari.
I am from Seattle– thus the blog title.
Rural, mountainous CO is now where I call home.
I enjoy writing poetry and prose, as well as photography, drawing, and painting.
Some of my other interests are psychology and neuroscience, hiking, backpacking, running, social justice, animals, children, sustainability, cooking, and baking. Much of the inspiration for my writing comes from the outdoors or the intricate inner life in my head.
I have dealt with depression, anxiety and panic attacks, and anorexia nervosa in my life. I am also currently working as a mental health professional. I carry these struggles with me daily and they have shaped my identity. These themes often appear in my writing.
If you feel so inclined, take a moment to say hello!
Thank you for the follow, It’s very encouraging.
Terry
You’re welcome. Keep up the entertaining writing!
Kari
I can relate to so much of this, looking forward to reading more from you 🙂
Thank you so much!
You’re welcome!
nice to have you back………. my city would match your blog name, at this time of the year.
Terry
Love your blog name! Looking forward to reading more. I miss Portland’s rain, coffee/tea, and reading poetry. Even though Portland’s like Seattle’s younger brother, maybe I can find pieces of home here. Keep writing. Your poetry is beautiful.
Thank you so much, that means a lot! I can see Portland as Seattle’s younger sibling, but Portland also has a vibe all its own. I will enjoy hearing more about your adventures as well. 🙂
Hey Kari! Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment. As well as making my day, it let me discover your blog. Seems like we’ve got something in common.. Feel free to drop me a message if you like 😉
You’re welcome! Looking forward to seeing more lovely photos.
Thank you for writing and for your photos. Thank you for being open about your struggles with depression and anxiety. Thank you for being an inspiration to others.
Thank you so much for commenting to say so! It means a lot to me.
That’s what we are here for – mutual support and appreciation.
Hello Kari – I love your blog and particularly your honesty about depression and anxiety. I, too, have chronic depression and anxiety for which I am medicated and find that writing gives joy to my life. This was also my field of work (I worked for a community mental health non-profit) and I have found that for most people, it takes sometime to find what combination of support, therapy or medication works best. Even then, life just comes along and sucker punches you! My mental health was inherited (thanks mum and dad) but circumstances exacerbate my mood. Keep up the writing, both negative and positive, and be good to yourself.
Hi Kerry! We almost have the same name. Thanks so much for the comment and I’m glad to hear you’ve enjoyed my blog. I agree that there is a balance to be reached between types of treatment. I guess I’ve been experimenting with this balance for the past few years. Thanks for the thoughtful comment. I’ll look forward to reading your blog. 🙂
I generally write when I am feeling happy and hope that joining me on my quirky tales of adventure send some sunshine your way. Hope and laughter are catching. 🙂
Thanks, Kerry. 🙂
you sound like you have an awesome life!
Thanks! I probably made it sound a little more exciting that it actually is… 🙂
we all embellish 😉
When I read your blog title I was like “seattle !! It has to be seattle !!” haha, I wasn’t wrong. I keep a great memory of this town, despite the many homeless people and the drug deals in the middle of the street 😉
Haha you guessed right! There is a big homeless population here and some shady goings-on, just like in any big(ish) city, but I do still love it. Thanks for the comment and follow! 🙂
I remembered talking a guy in Seattle and he told us that they were giving free bus ticket to homeless people living in San Francisco to go to Seattle. I wonder if he was joking 😉
Hmmm… so that’s where they come from. Just kidding. I know it’s a very complex issue, and I think it might be related to Seattle’s mild winters. If you have to sleep outside most nights, you have to think about these things.
I like your blog alot ! And the photograph up there, makes me want to live a Seattle life too.
Stay You. Keep Smiling. 🙂
Thanks so much 🙂
You might like to visit my blog, I bet you’ll find relateable posts there. Waiting for your response. 🙂
Haha I will certainly do that. Glad you found me!
I am glad. 🙂
Not sure if you’re checking your blog these days, but just saying HI and HELLO, hope you’re doing well!
I have a little challenge for you (whenever you feel like doing it): http://artsandrhymes.me/2015/06/19/time-word-challenge-intentional/
Thinking of you girl! ❤
Hey, thanks for checking in! I would love to partake in this challenge when I return to blogging a little later. ❤
Glad to hear from you Kari! 🙂
Take your time and I’d be happy if you participated once you come back!
Much LOVE,
Sibella
This made me think of you dear friend: https://wordpress.com/read/post/id/63109171/3891/
Just saying Hi! 🐱🐾🌺
Oh, that is a lovely post! Thank you! 😀
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I respect your courage to be so open and honest about your personal struggles. I hope your writing and poetry provide you with a sense of calm and relief and that you ultimately find a peaceful and contented heart. Wishing you abundant joy, good health and a spirited journey through this realm.
Thank you so much for the considerate comment! I also appreciate your openness and honesty– I love reading about people’s genuine struggles and how they cope. All the best!