Our day up in Seattle started out by watching the fishmongers at the Pikes Place Market. They have a reputation for exceptionally good customer service. In fact, a motivational film was made using their business philosophy - "Catch". I remember watching this film when I was working. It showed the most joyous, committed guys, just having fun. Their slogan: Stop floundering! Get committed in your life and work! We stood and watched them sell, package and pack the fish, shouting out to one another while throwing and catching the salmon. 
Crowds packed this area, taking pictures and visiting with the fishmongers, all of whom are listed on the company's website. You can actually learn more about all of them. Keith Bish, called "the Bear", greeted everyone. Although he is dressed in fishing gear, I have a hunch he is a successful businessman/entertainer who probably knows just how to 'steal the show'.... "At the World Famous Pike Place Fish Market, we know that it’s possible for each of us as human beings to impact the way other people experience life. Through our work, we’re out to improve the quality of life for everyone. We are working inside the possibility of world peace and prosperity for all people. This is our commitment - that’s who we are - it’s what we do." 
The fresh fruits and vegetables were especially attractive, with colors that seemed out of this world.
Imagine, raspberries, grapes, mangos and cherries this time of year. All the color was an antidote for the greys of winter! People were chatting, laughing and smiling. The crowds were wonderful - maybe just what a person needs to see to get through the bleak haze of winter!
We strolled through many of the isles of vegetables and flowers, and I bought a huge bouquet of dried flowers which I put in my guestroom upstairs.
