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I Didn't Know
Today, I learned something new from a poster I happened to see.

 

I had no idea that Brooks Running, one of the most recognized running shoe brands in the world, is headquartered right here in Seattle.

 

Even though I have lived in the Seattle area for more than 40 years, I never knew this. Brooks was founded in 1914 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Interestingly, the company did not start out making running shoes. In its early years, Brooks produced ballet slippers and bathing shoes before expanding into athletic footwear. Over time, the company focused entirely on performance running shoes and became a favorite brand among runners worldwide.

 

After seeing the poster, I did a little research and learned that Brooks' headquarters is located near Lake Union along the Burke-Gilman Trail. If you know Seattle, you know that this trail is one of the most popular places for running and cycling. It seems like the perfect location for a company dedicated to helping people run.

 

Seattle is known as the home of companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, Starbucks, and Costco. Now I can add Brooks to that list. It is always interesting to discover that a globally recognized brand has been part of the local community all along.

 

Even after decades of living here, Seattle still surprises me. Sometimes all it takes is noticing a poster to learn something new about the city you call home. That small discovery made my day a little more interesting.