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"With Gold Dust At Your Feet..."

8/12/2019

As Frank Sinatra sang in the 1940s, “direct your feet to the sunny side of the street... where you’ll find gold dust at your feet…”

The Seattle sunshine towards the end of the summer gives off this feeling to me. And as luck would have it (speaking of sidewalks), this just happens to be the week forBallard’s annual SIDEWALK SALE throughout the neighborhood! For four days from August 15-18 from 11am-6pm, Ballard small businesses feature significant discounts on their specialty merchandise! A great time to stock up on coveted items such as Corkcicle hydration bottles, Jellycat plushies, candles, and other sweet surprises!

While you peruse the Ballard Sip and Ship sidewalk sale, we’ll treat you to a sample of something delicious from our cafe and always have a cold press juice waiting for you too! Happy Hour runs from 2pm-4pm when all of our espresso drinks and homemade treats are $1 off - doubling your pleasure!

“So grab your coat and get your hat, leave your worry on the doorstep…” See you at the sidewalk sale this week. ;)

Sincerely,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Best Case Scenario?

8/5/2019

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Picture this:
The day begins, it’s a cloudless sky, your dog has been walked and is happily lounging at your feet while you enjoy a delicious cup of coffee. Your teenager has volunteered to mow the lawn, the nest of birds in your front yard begin chirping as they prepare to take flight. You can hear your neighbors laughing and enjoying their morning, and your to-do list has magically faded into you exploring a few more chapters of your new favorite book. Suddenly, the UPS driver greets you at your door with your recent online order “Didn’t I just order this yesterday?” Your day is looking incredibly bright.

Reality check:
It’s raining again, the dog has pooped on your favorite rug and is now barfing on your other favorite rug. There is no coffee in the house, it’s 2pm, and your teenager is still sleeping! The nest of birds are actually crows, that are dive-bombing your neighbors as they attempt to walk by; and that to-do list is now four days old, and where the (beep) is that UPS driver with your recent online order? Your day is looking rough.

Change of perspective:
You signed up for Sip and Ship’s online package receiving service. You received an email that your package was secured which is now waiting for you to pick up at your convenience allowing you to get there on your time with the added bonus of friendly service, delicious coffee and the perfect birthday card and gift for your neighbor. By the way, your teenager is probably still sleeping, but don’t worry, it’s just a phase. :)

Sip and Ship is open 7 days a week M-F 7am-7pm, SAT 8am-5pm, SUN 10am-5pm and we look forward to being your package receiving service to best support your life goals.
Sincerely,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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NOTARY: Make it Official, Put a Stamp on it at Sip and Ship

7/28/2019

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Summertime or anytime - traveling with kids without your spouse/partner, signing up for a virtual mailbox to support your online or remote business, accepting a new job abroad, selling your boat, getting married/divorced, setting up power of attorney, solidifying a business partnership, or creating a Will are all instances when a notary service comes into play.

Ballard and Greenwood Sip and Ship locations have multiple notaries on staff 7 days a week who are at the ready to help you with any and all of your needs - we can also add a delicious coffee and homemade treat to completely satisfy your visit :)

Helpful things to know:

A valid photo government issued ID is required - usually a drivers license or passport.
No appointment is necessary but it’s always good to call ahead to be sure a notary is staffed during the time you wish to come.
Mobile notary service is available and only a text away to 206-890-9810 or email ballard@sipandship.com or greenwood@sipandship.com to make an appointment. This service begins at $50 plus per stamp fees.
Costs may vary - typically $20 per stamp, $30 when Sip and Ship provides legal language and we also offer witnesses for $5 per signature.
We strongly suggest that you either take a picture of your notarized document or we can have it scanned to your email.

We look forward to providing you with a variety of business services to best support your life goals.

Sincerely,
Diana and your friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Smells Good, Does Good

7/23/2019

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Scents like white pine and hemlock, seagrass and driftwood, cottonwood and oak, cactus flower and fern, and maplewood and moss, are inspired by our great national parks. Yosemite (California), Grand Canyon (Arizona), Acadia (Maine), Glacier (Montana) and The Great Smoky Mountains - these breathtaking landscapes are represented in this new wilderness candle collection. The vessels are uniquely textured, reusable and filled with fragrances you’d experience in the parks. Topped with cherry wood dust covers and crackling wood wicks, you can light strike-anywhere matches right on the vessel to really bring that campfire feeling home.

Best of all, your purchase directly supports the National Parks Foundation with a minimum donation of $25,000 and together our efforts help to protect more than 84 million acres of national parks through conservation and preservation.

As always, Sip and Ship looks forward to supporting you and our national parks in this fun and impactful way.
See you soon,
Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

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Happy Campers

7/14/2019

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If you’ve ever been to summer camp, you probably have some pretty amazing memories. Adventures of living in the woods with some of your best friends, swimming, hiking and maybe sailing. Ghost stories around campfires, gooey-smores and lots of silly songs, that most of us can still remember all seven verses! Simply put, summer camp is the perfect summer slice of good-old-fashioned fun!

While your campers get acclimated to their woodsy environment, they LOVE getting mail and packages. It’s a nice surprise and good way for them to feel connected to home that they might be missing. Sip and Ship knows the best ways to get mail and packages handled with care and to your camper in record time. We also have a few items in our shops that you can include in your care package that are practical and just plain fun! After all, a happy camper is the best camper.

We hope you are enjoying your summer - adventure on!

Diana and Your Sip and Ship Team

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This Doctor Cares For Small Business {District 6}

7/8/2019

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When was the last time your doctor made a house call? Dr. Jay Fathi, who is running for Seattle City Council in District 6 is coming to the Ballard Hotel & Olympic Athletic Club to meet you for Q&A, appetizers, and wine during this community gathering.
Dr. Jay is running to bring new leadership to the City Council District 6. His career as a practicing family physician focusing on low-income individuals and families helped to build and lead the State’s expansion of coverage under Obamacare - - getting people, particularly those most vulnerable, the quality care they need to live healthy lives.

In addition to his leadership in health care, Dr. Jay is an active community member and volunteer. He has volunteered as a youth athletics coach throughout his life, recently as the boy’s basketball coach at Hamilton International Middle School.

Dr. Jay lives in the Fremont neighborhood with his wife, Joelle, a nurse practitioner and professor at the UW School of Nursing. Their two teenage sons, both Ballard High School students, play team basketball and love walking their family dog, Rosie.

I can’t wait for you to meet Dr. Jay while enjoying complimentary wine and snacks, engaging in conversation on how your vote matters with Dr. Jay for City Council.

Event Details
Date: Tuesday, July 16th, 2019
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Ballard Hotel & Olympic Athletic Club
5216 Ballard Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98107
Please RSVP with Liz@bluewavepolitics.com or (206) 682-7328

We're looking forward to seeing our neighbors, friends and family there!

Sincerely,
Diana and Your Sip and Ship Team

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Think Pink!

6/30/2019

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Sipping rosé in the summer is booming beyond just a trend. It’s a common misconception (guilty!) that all rosés are overly sweet and taste the same however, you’ll be glad to discover this is just not the case. These 6 varying shades of pink and versatile varitals are now available at Sip and Ship! Best enjoyed chilled, especially delicious when served with friends on sunny Seattle afternoons in the backyard, on the patio or picnic in the park. Sip and Ship can also ship wine.

1. Francois Chidaine Rose - Loire, France - dry and crips notes of white berries and ripe raspberries. Great date night or binge watching companion.

2. Ca’ Furlan Sparkling Rosé - Veneto, Italy - dry, balanced and delicate peachy notes. This one happens to be Diana’s seasonal sipping fave! Pairs well with any dish from the grill or cheese plate.

3. AMaurice Rosé - Walla Walla - French oak aged, high acidity with hints of rhubarb, strawberry and citrus flower. A beautiful and sophisticated choice for any brunch or afternoon garden party.

4. Sonder Cinsaut Rosé- Yakima Valley - barrel fermentmented and bone dry, with crunchy red fruit and French sensibility. Love the hand-dipped wax seal!

5. Elsom Rosé- Columbia Valley - oak aged, bright and smooth melon. A new release!

6. Fortuity Rosé - Yakima Valley - steel aged, bright and zesty strawberry and cherry. Greenwood Sip and Ship Store Manager, Jerad’s brunch fave and tastings available at the Queen Anne Farmer’s Market (they are there every other Thursday from 3-7:30pm).

Other non-alchoholic summer gift are also available to share from our gift shop!

Summer smiles from the Sip and Ship team, today and always!
#thinkrose #wineshop #shipwine #sipwine #celebratingsummer

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Summer's Here And The Time Is Right . . .

6/23/2019

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Without a doubt, summertime is the BEST time to be in Seattle. The warmth of the sun and it’s golden hues dazzling our city skylines, waterfronts and mountain ranges. It’s no wonder Seattle has a series of events lined up for city dwellers and visitors alike.

Gearing up in our neck of the woods, the Greenwood Car Show gets underway this Saturday, June 29th from 8am-4pm. Family and pet-friendly, this event runs the length of several (and very walkable) city blocks featuring music, food and the coolest collection of cars, trucks, and hotrods. Come celebrate this up-close and interactive neighborhood spectacle and plan a pit stop into Greenwood Sip and Ship to refuel, recharge and get refreshed with an iced cold-brew coffee, oat-milk latte or lavender-lemonade.

Cheers to summer!

#summertimeinseattle #sunshine #funtime #onestopshop #mail #notary #community #greenwoodcarshow #pride #refuel #recharge #refresh #coldbrewcoffee #oatmilklatte #lavenderlemonade

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Team Member To Community Enthusiast

6/17/2019

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It’s always so rewarding to see new parents coming into Sip and Ship with their fresh-faced newborn babies beaming with pride as they hand over their online returns, order a much-needed jolt of caffeine, share a thick slice of our homemade banana bread, and continue their urban city stroll.

Sip and Ship employs many young adults who work as members of our team and often get their first glimpse of what will become priorities in their lives. Working and supporting the priorities of Sip and Ship customers over our coffee and shipping counters, often during quick exchanges, provides them with the opportunity to learn about the value of service and to assist and simplify the lives of others.

Twelve years ago, Hallie McGee was a Sip and Ship crew member and today she is a mom, business owner, and artist, “Me and my family are always greeted with smiles and hugs. My son loves coming in with us and climbing the shipping ladder to grab our mail. {The same ladder I climbed hundreds of times way back when.} Now, my husband and I are mailbox customers and like to take care of business at Sip and Ship, making this one of the most productive stops in our day. We have documents notarized, send family heirlooms, fax, scan, and copy stuff while snacking on our favorite Sip and Ship homemade treat, and picking up any last minute birthday presents. The Sip and Ship is a big part of our lives and always will be.”

From all of us at Sip and Ship, we aim to make all of your stops to see us pleasant and productive.

Sincerely,
Diana and Your Sip and Ship Team

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Why Is Your Dad So Rad!?

6/9/2019

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How often do you get the chance to tell your Dad or father figure how much they mean to you? For some people, it’s every day. For most of us, it’s not as regular. We were talking with a few of our Sip and Ship crew members the other day about sharing the best pieces of advice they’ve ever received from their “Dad” and here were some of their answers:

“If it won’t matter in six months, don’t spend too much time and energy worrying about it today.”
“Failure breeds success when you can find the lesson in your mistakes.”
“As soon as you can begin saving money, do that.”
One of my personal faves is, “Do no harm, but take no shit.”

Some Dads are known for their playful side. Here are a few Dad jokes to tickle your funny bone and get your week off to a silly start.

Stop by Sip and Ship this week for a warm cup of coffee, send your return packages, and take a moment for Dad.

We look forward to seeing you!

Diana and Your Sip and Ship Team