Washington State: Orcas Island

After visiting in Seattle for a few days, we went Orcas Island in the San Juan Islands.

 We took a ferry from Anacortes to Ocras Island. I was hoping to see some whales, but I didn't. The scenery was superb though.

We rented cabins on the water, from where we could watch the sunset and wander down to the beach.

We spent a lot of time on the deck watching the sunset and enjoying wine and beers.

Dan also put up his slackline. I'm pretty bad at it, but my sister and her husband and my mom all got to take a try. 

Sunlit beach rocks on... a rock!

We were close to Canada.

The pier on the west side of the island. I would love to go back and paddle around there, it reminded me a lot of the Apostle Islands, but with larger, taller islands.

Feel Good Photos

I usually like to wake up and feel awesome, but this past week I have been sick and starting my days feeling less than stellar.  Ewww, I hate being sick-ish. Today (which is Friday) is my first full day of work this week. Since I haven't been working much, and haven't been taking very many photos, I don't anything new to post.  Here are some photos that make me feel happy and healthy.

Kayaking in Lake Superior in the Apostle Islands. I can't wait until this year's trip. I love the aqua blue water and being so close to it.

Oh, summer-ness and bright colors and flowers make me happy (although I am also thinking of allergies right now.)

Friends and wine are always a good combination. This should happen way more than it does. 

Under the water of Lake Superior, kayaking again. I think this was near Bass Island where the water was super-clear and you could see your shadow on the bottom.

Evening on the lake. This was shot at Lake Dubay after I used my kayak on the first real trip. I think there is a trend here with water, kayaking and feeling good.