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A Salamander? In Washington?

This little guy was on the side of our house this week.  I’ve seen salamanders in Florida, but not in Washington.  I did some Internet research and they are here.  I think this might be a Western Redback Salamander.

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Happy Fourth of July

I hope you have a wonderful Fourth of  July.  The above photo is from a trip to Port Hadlock, Washington that we took yesterday.

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Tall Ships in Port Townsend

The Lady Washington and the Hawaiian Chieftain are in Port Townsend.  On Thursday we toured the Lady Washington.  Today we watched from shore while the ships engaged in a mock battle.

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Beautiful Mystery Bush

In the back of the house, where no one ever goes, I found this beautiful bush.  I’m not sure what sort of a plant it is, but I’m very glad that I decided to take a walk behind the house.

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Out the Kitchen Window

I’m not sure if this is a bush or a tree.  But I adore the bright pink buds that contrast with the moss.

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Saturday in Port Townsend

Yesterday we spent some time in Port Townsend.  It was a gorgeous day that reminded us of why we left the city.

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Enjoying the View

I have a problem.  Now when I run an errand, I have to drive into town.  It takes about fifteen minutes.  The problem isn’t really the drive.  The problem is that town is so breathtakingly beautiful that I don’t want to go home again. All I want to do is get a coffee and watch [...]

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Trip to Port Townsend

Recently we took a trip to Port Townsend.  The days are hectic now, but it helps to remember how peaceful it was there.

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