One thing we Northwesterners are accustomed to are the long, dreary, grey & rainy days of winter. So when June comes we rejoice, because although it doesn't usually mean summer is here, at least we get a taste of it every now & then. This June, however, has been just like December, the only difference being the grey lasts 10 hours longer, from about 4:00 am. to 10:30 p.m. People who get depressed find this climate very difficult.There's an occasional pleasure boat on the sound, but not like regular summer traffic, & with little wind to fill their sails they seem a bit pitiful, especially next to the power yachts that pass them like brash kids feeling their oats. The Seattle to Vancouver Island hydrofoil, The Victoria Clipper, is back in regular service, though, and passes our house about 9:15 every morning. We love seeing it glide speedily by, leaving a long & narrow white foamy wake. The ship presents a lovely contrast to our grey, with it's bright British red, white & blue hull.
The roses are blooming & have loved the extra rain, but this is perfect weather for black spot so I'll have to keep my eyes open.
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