By Dave B. Here it comes, the ferry discussion. I think we have heard it all, but here goes: Our wonderful ferries and the folks who ride them. Now THIS is a subject all Islanders have an opinion on. How do YOU feel about riding our WSF system? I can tell you if I had…
By Dave B. Please, no more Audis? The Subaru PNW Outbacks are bad enough. I love all of you on Vashon, but when people come to the Island or move here and try to fit in, think about where you are? You are not in Seattle; Newport Beach; Boulder, Colorado; or anyplace else where it…
By Dave B This is a subject near and dear to all Islanders’ hearts. So where is your heart? I love the fact that cyclists come to the Island to enjoy our hospitality and beautiful yet hilly topography. However, our Island is nothing but two-lane roads with little bike lanes, except on Vashon Highway. Does…
By Dave B. MPH. What does this acronym mean and what does it mean on Vashon? Theatrically, in the Washington State Driver Guide, crafted carefully by our genius government officials, it means miles per hour. Posted on signs all over our great country and Island are suggested speed criteria for our gas-guzzling and hybrid, semi-hybrid, all-electric cars, trucks,…
By Dave B Here is one we all find troublesome. The famous, or infamous, four-way stop sign. Prominently displayed from the bar seats at the Hardware Store where people drink, eat, and watch headstrong or unconcerned drivers navigate into downtown alongside 200 other drivers, all coming off the ferry to discover the Island, and trying…
By Dave B. My wife and I have been on Vashon for almost 20 years. We have seen a lot of good and some not so good. We are lucky to live in a place where you can be you, get your freak on, and dress not to impress. But I have noticed a shift…