Be Involved, Show Gratitude

November is the month of gratitude no matter where you live. Jesse Tam, the pandemic is affecting many of the businesses locally, work places, families and friends. Many of us are finally able to venture out with friends and bring back some live activities in our local communities. It's a time to reflect on giving thanks and the gratitute we can express towards those involved in our daily lives.

Gratitude can help and improve our overall level of health and decrease stress in our well being.  It's an active process which we can all learn and practice with very simple things: Start a gratitude journal. Start a gratitude journal. 

Share gratitude with other people, write a note and smile to those who pack grocery, delivery people, small and local businesses. Show your gratitude and appreciation by giving back to the community. Act without reward, pay it forward.

Show gratitude to others by showing up and being present. Clear your mind and put the phone away when you are with people. Be grateful for what you already have, grow it and spread it. Stay healthly and safe this holiday season, Jesse https://jesse-tam.blogspot.com/

Sunset Sky

Clouds come floating into life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to the sunset sky.  Every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn.  Jesse Tam, an amazing time to step back and away from the hustle and bustle of daily tasks.  A view at Long Beach to explore the most beautiful and opportunity to reset.  The horizon changes but the sun does not.  

Get outside.  Watch the sunrise. Watch the sunset. How does that make you feel?  There's something special and good feeling when you hear the sound of ocean waves and the breeze.  

"Sunsets are proof that no matter what happens, every day can end beautifully."

"Every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn" - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Stay in touch - Jesse  https://jesse-tam.blogspot.com/  

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Seattle Cruise Season Returns

The long awaited return to cruising has arrived beginning in July from  Seattle to the beautiful  Alaska  with Royal Carribean, Holland American and serveral other cruise lines.  Jesse Tam, it make a big impact for local businesses and tourism for the downtown core and economic recovery for our region.  We've all waited for the return to everyday activities and being able to get out to dining indoors and return to attending events in person.  We are ready to transition to a road of back to work in person, spending time with others and more travel ahead.

It's important to still remain cautious with indoor activties, large crowds and gatherings outside your familiar group.  Recommendations to continue with wearing face coverings indoor in public places while dining or shopping and wash hands frequently.

"The Port of Seattle is expecting its first cruise ship arrival June 29th, with Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas docking at Terminal 91 to ready the ship for the season. Pending U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) authorization of cruise lines’ applications for a Conditional Sailing Certificate, passenger cruises are expected to start July 19th with Royal Caribbean International’s Serenade of the Seas.

Prior to sailing, cruise lines must submit to the CDC operational plans to prevent the spread of COVID or respond to any documented positive cases. The seven major brands calling the Port of Seattle will resume cruises with eight vessels, with over 80 trips scheduled, pending CDC authorization. To make the 2021 season possible, public health officials, cruise lines, and federal leaders addressed or reached major milestones, including temporary federal authorization to sail directly from Seattle to Alaska without a stop in Canada."

Seattle Fans At the Park

The long awaited new season of the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park allowing fans in the stands is here. Jesse Tam, we're ready for the start of baseball and the open roof at the park with tickets available for single tickets online or as season holders. There are many things to do at the ball park so make plans to arrive early and check out the kids area, enjoy the players prior to the game. It's a nice day to spend with friends and family of all ages. 

Sign up and join the Kids Club for Mariner fans up to age 14  Kids Club | Seattle Mariners (mlb.com)  the kiosks can be found near sections 190 & 329, check it out next time you're at the game.  Free membership includes monthly newsletter, birthday card from The Moose, Mariners Team Store coupons and a choice of drawstring backpack, kids club badge and lanyard depending on local and safety guidelines.

Plan your summer and join the fans for a day at the ball park and cheer on the team. On the deck show will give you a live look in the Mainers batting practice where you'll hear special guest players and more throughout 

On Deck Show presented by T-Mobile gives you a live look-in at Mariners batting practice. Plus, hear from special guests including players, front office staff and more throughout the show.

People Make a Difference

It's the little things that make big days.  Jesse Tam, here's a thought and quote to think about.  People make a difference and we remember the simple things.  Make yourself the best and the rest will follow. 

Healthly Changes

 Stay healthly is always a challenge with busy work schedules and daily chores.  Let's begin with small steps.  Jesse Tam, make a list of things on the changes you would like to see in a month of two for results and go forward.  It might be fun to include other members in your family or friends in the challenge to start a new healthly life goal.  How about creating an exercise workout plan, taking out sweets and eating more fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts and limit the carbs in your diet.  

We are all staying indoors and working from home instead of spending time in the gym or social gathering.  Stand when you are working on the computer instead of sitting and get some movement into your time to remain active.  Take brisk walks in between your meetings or lunch break and get some fresh air to relax.  Walk up and down stair if you are unable to get outdoors due to weather for moderate fitness and stay moving.  Yard work, outdoor chores, housing cleaning are all ways to exercise and burn calories.

Look for healthly receipes to prepare meals at home together.  Select snacks and limit the sugar and high salt items such as chips or candy.  Try and use yogurt, veggies, fruits, nuts, oats and unprocess items for choices instead.  It takes awhile to make the change, but continue with the progress and you will see the results and changes in your eating habits.  https://jesse-tam.blogspot.com/

National Parks Free Fee Entrance

 Greetings to all the nature and outdoor explores who want to visit our National Parks. Start planning and save these dates for the fee free entrances dates, Jesse Tam.  Mt Rainier, near Seattle is a must see destination for hiking and outdoor exploring. A fantastic way to spent time on a day hike or road trip to a few of the local parks in your region.  Six days in 2021 will be entrance-fee-free days in the National Park System.

Places to see and travel ideas are many, such as:  Mt Rainier National ParkCrater Lake, Death Valley, Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, Everglades, Hot Springs National Park, Grand Sand Dunes, Gates of the Artic and others.

The dates for 2021 are:

Monday, January 18 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Saturday, April 17 – First Day of National Park Week

Wednesday, August 4 – One year anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act

Wednesday, August 25 – National Park Service Birthday

Saturday, September 25 – National Public Lands Day

Thursday, November 11 – Veterans Day