
(Secretary Wyman and her family and Assistant Secretary of State Ken Raske (right) with the Mariner Moose. Photos courtesy of Heather Lucas.)
On a warm evening, as shadows were winning the battle with the sinking sun, the pitcher jogged to a spot in front of the Safeco Field mound amid cheers. The hurler glanced at the catcher, smiled, and let fly. When the ball reached its target, the pitcher leaped into the air in triumph, arms raised, as the fans applauded.