Aaron's Beard (Updated 6/22/2007)

Aaron's Beard, Creeping St. John’s Wort (Hypericum Calycinum)


Aaron's Bee. This flower has a visitor.

Thanks to Jodie for help identifying this plant.

Evening by the Lakefront

Pair o' Ducks


Pair o' Docks


Reflections.


Ducklings.


Mom.


Keeping an eye on the kids.


Fishing after work.


Enjoying the evening together.


Sunset ends the day.

Salmonberry

Far fewer guesses were posted than I had hoped, but I won't keep you in suspense further.


The mystery fruit in the previous post is a Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis) of the family Rosaceae [Wikipedia].

Thanks again to Jodie for help in identifying this plant.

Bowl of Fruit?

Can you identify this?

Geranium Robertianum

Geranium Robertianum.

This garden weed has a strong pungent odor. One of its common names is Stinky Bob. A substance in the tiny hairs is highly irritating to the skin.

Thanks to Jodie for her help in identifying this flower.

Final Approach

Four Volcanos

Taken on approach into Seattle. Note the rainbow circle in the foreground is a reflection of sunlight off the clouds.

Volcano (Updated 6/7/2007)

Mount St. Helens and Spirit Lake from above.


A closer look.


Another vantage point in different weather (taken June 7, 2007).


Spirit Lake.


Up close and personal with the mountain.


Still closer.


The river flows out from the melting snow and ice on and in the mountain through ash from the 1980 eruption.

Country Roads

A beautiful afternoon for a drive in the country.


Yellow flowers frame this field and barn.

The Well Seasoned Tulip

We usually think of Tulips as they appear when young and fresh. This one, however, has run its course and still stands proudly, mostly dried, with intense colors and textures.

Mukilteo Light

Sitting on a historic plot of land, flashing a white light once every five seconds, the Mukilteo Lighthouse guides ships on their way to Everett, Washington.


Another view of the main lighthouse structure.


Top of the tower.


Fresnel Lens.


A Washington State Ferry, the Cathlamet, leaves its dock right next to the lighthouse grounds.

Play Ball

Dandelion

After a brief stint as a flower, the dandelion closes and transforms; then reopens to display a dreamy cluster of seeds poised to take to the air on the slightest breeze. Adorned by tiny droplets of dew from the overnight condensation, the tiny aircraft spread out, slowly drying as they await the gust that will transport them to their next stop. There, with any luck, they'll germinate and grow into another dandelion plant.
Click the image for a closer view.

Closer up.

Spring Macro Collection

The Tulips Are Back (updated 4/20/2007)

A pair of tulips do their part to usher in the spring season.


Crimson in color, harshly lit, droplets on this tulip focus the sunlight to sharp points.


Aglow in the late afternoon light, this orange tulip shines proudly.