Good-bye Friday Harbor!

I had a great time visiting Friday Harbor. I just wish I had more time to explore the island! It's not very big, but we could have used another day. With another day we could have driven along the other side of the island and enjoyed the views from that side. 

This just means that I will have to visit again!

Thank you for having me Friday Harbor!

Whose up for kayaking?

One of these days I am going to try kayaking. It seems like a great way to get some exercise and enjoy the scenery from a different point of view. 

I was surprised at how close the deer came to the campsites. The orange thing in the top left corner is part of a tent. I got a little closer to this deer before I spooked her.

Was this place in a movie?

When I saw this view I had the thought "It looks like a scene from a movie". Even now, when I look at this photograph I have that same thought going through my head.

Such a picturesque road.

 If only the weather was always like this and I had all day to sit at that picnic table...

A tree's vantage point

Natural Colors

On the edge

The coastline

 There was this random fence that blocked nothing and was only one row. Maybe it was supposed prevent people like me from walking close the edge...

...like this.

I was very careful in how close to the edge I got. Who knows when the edge will give way again. I would have to walk very far along the coast to find a place I could even possibly climb up, and that would be with no injuries. So, if you do this please please please be very careful where you step!

A lighthouse, a rock and a bench

The lighthouse...can you see it?

 The rock....I hope you can see this!

The bench....with my beautiful friend, Kumi. Who wouldn't want to sit here and enjoy the view?

Let's go for a drive

We kept wanting to stop along the road, but it was hard to find places wide enough for a car. Also, it was difficult to drive 5 minutes without another view that you would want to stop and admire.

Which directions would you go in?

 Perfect day, perfect view....just perfect.

Specialties of the Island

Nature, nature and nature! I couldn't get enough of the island. Trees and hill sides shaped by the winds. 

Unexpected pops of color.

What's a harbor without boats?

Every harbor needs boats, and places to dock them.

Welcome to Friday Harbor!

I now understand why people like to visit Friday Harbor. It's a bit troublesome to get to the island, but it is worth it if you enjoy nature. The island is beautiful and if the weather is nice the ocean views around the island are very relaxing. But, before that you find the "downtown" of Friday Harbor as soon as you get off the ferry. 

This photo was taken in the evening. We were able to catch the last of happy hour and watch a ferry leave the dock. As you can see the weather changed by the end of the day.

Capturing a Sunset

Capturing a sunset in Santa Fe is hard. The sunset is constantly changing. Between one shot and glancing at the screen, the scene has changed already. It maybe the placement of the clouds, the lighting or the colors. Honestly, the best way to appreciate the sunset in Santa Fe is with a drink in one hand and sitting in a chair. It's no wonder so many artists get inspiration in this landscape. Can't wait for my next visit to Santa Fe, New Mexico!

San Miguel Chapel: Details

 A windows true purpose, to let in natural light.

Modern day lighting with color to brighten up the inside of the chapel.

A simple, but effective detail on the door to let visitors know where they are entering.

The Streets of Santa Fe

 I loved walking around downtown Santa Fe. There were a lot of architecture that I don't get to see very often. The weather was perfect with some beautiful cloud formations. I wanted to watch them go by all day long, but I had places to go and food to eat.

 The streets of Santa Fe were relatively quiet. I'm sure it had something to do with the fact that I visited outside of the main tourist season. There were no festivals going on, but that made my time there more enjoyable. I really felt like I was on vacation with the leisurely pace.

Some more of the architecture that I imagined to be a part of Santa Fe's history.

A Chapel in Santa Fe

This is actually one of several chapels in Santa Fe. Each one is a little different, so I recommend a visit in each one. There is no fee, but instead they ask for a donation. Of course, you don't have to, but your donation does help with the upkeep of the chapel.

 This door isn't a part of the chapel architecture, but it is a short walk away. I like the feeling of this photograph and wanted to share it with you.