Monday, March 29, 2010

Photos: Week 37


Steller's Jay. The big western version of the Blue Jay--beautiful blue plumage.


Sinister. An eerie photo of a bird of prey... but it's metal!


Walk this Way. A beautiful path of daffodils leading up to an old, run-down Victorian-style house on the island, affectionately referred to as The Rat Palace.


Beneath the Trees. Daffodils are blooming all over the island now!


Purple and Dew. A sweet, inch-tall flower, with early morning dew.


Kayaking. Two paddlers head from our beach out to Portage Island.


Spring Day. Another beautiful day on the island.

Monday, March 22, 2010

Photos: Week 36


Blue Hole. Clouds clearing over the island.


Gas Dock. Boats have to fill up, too!


Ferry Bumpers. That's what I call them anyway--the north side of the ferry dock.


A Boy and His Fish. This fountain outside the library was first installed in an island park in the 1920s.


Bumper Sticker. Lots of vehicles around here sport the LI sticker.


Baldy. Not the best photo, but I'm still in awe when I see a bald eagle here.


Napping and Fuzzy. A deer takes a break in my boyfriend's parents' back yard!

Monday, March 15, 2010

Photos: Week 35


Tasty Treat. A seagull jealously guards his starfish find behind pilings.


Brilliance. The coolest vending machine ever--and the cotton candy is delicious!


Floating Store. Salmon for sale!


Island Trail. I finally hiked all the way to the top! 1.5 hours up, a 1000-ft climb.


Light as a Feather. Delicate moss balances on a twig, living off of air and not much else.


View from the Top. Looking west, from the highest point on the island.


Tug. A tug boat passes in front of our house heading north.