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July 1, 2024
A bear is in the neighborhood! We saw the bear sign first - a pile appeared near the back porch one morning. Later we saw the bear, ambling across my parent's yard and sniffing the ground closely. He looks like a young bear, possibly recently launched from the family group to make room for a new litter, and now required to fend for himself. It's a thrill to see the wildlife, especially from the safety of the house!
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| Young black bear ambles through the yard |
July 4, 2024
Happy Fourth of July to all! Our nation is 248 years old - a bit weary and beleaguered, but still standing. No fireworks here, but some beautiful peonies have emerged in my folk's garden!
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| The pleasure of peonies in Alaska |
July 7, 2024
The weather has turned from beautiful sunshine to overcast skies. I don't mind though, because the misty weather also has its beauty. The muted shades of green, blue, and gray are punctuated with almost metallic silver shades from the water. The feel of moist air on your skin is wonderful!
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| Moody view of the larger Twin Lake looking toward town |
July 10, 2024
Moving week! A new season of life has started - Dad is moving to the Juneau Pioneer's Home. The home is filled with adventurous and hardy Alaskan pioneers, and all their stories. Dad will fit right in! The grounds and environment are welcoming and comfortable, and the home is just up the street for frequent visits. It's a tough transition for everyone, but the kind people, comfortable surroundings, interesting events, and homey feeling helps with the transition.
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| A new season of life! |
July 14, 2024
We're having an unseasonal weather event here in Southeast Alaska, with lots of rain, some wind, and the potential for flooding. It feels more like October weather, but in the midst of summer! From inside the house, we're dry and comfortable, with fabulous views of the lush vegetation.
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| Inside looking out at the rain |
July 19, 2024
The growing season is short here in Southeast Alaska. Native and exotic flowers are moving through their bloom cycles in rapid succession. I've been enjoying seeing flowers on my walks in the neighborhood, in my parent's yard, and in containers and gardens throughout Juneau. The bright colors bring a lot of joy, especially on rainy days!
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| Fireweed - a prominent nitrogen-fixer |
July 24, 2024
One of my activities during my visit here in Southeast Alaska this summer is pressing a few flowers. My equipment is very rudimentary - two pieces of cardboard from a blow-dryer box, blotting paper from a brown paper shopping bag, and a heavy pile of interesting books for weight. The results are lovely and fragile!
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| Clockwise from upper left: Forget-Me-Nots, Thistle, Shasta Daisies, Orange Hawkweed, Buttercup |
July 28, 2024 🎂
Happy Birthday, Dad (the Big 96)! Here are some shots of local birds for you to enjoy (taken in our Bird Buddy feeder in Oakland, California).
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