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.
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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.