I had a lovely stay at Katrina's place. It is near cute cafés, the international district and the bus route into downtown. At the light rail station I loaded an Orca card with $20, so I never had to use cash on the bus. I kept pretty busy with a week-long course at the nearby Pacific Medical building (within walking distance). One night Katrina introduced me to the Olympic Sculpture Park, and we walked by the Sound at sunset and then grabbed dinner. Katrina is sweet, smart, and easygoing. She has great knowledge of the area and lots of travel brochures ready. I would love to stay with her again, and I wish she would visit me!