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Glimpses: “Okay sue me”

Chelsea — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:00:18 +0000

GreatBeyond is offering up the possibility of legal action against himself for the subject matter of the above photo. We here at Glimpses will not buy into it but rather agree with his caption’s assertion that yes, he is allowed the occasional pretty flower in spring shot. So are you! Take one and add it … Continue reading →

What? It’s Always Sunny (and 87 Degrees) in Seattle

Michael van Baker — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:28:23 +0000

On Monday, Seattle tied Phoenix for the hottest temperature in a major U.S. city. (Bremerton reached a sweltering 88.) As if worn out by the attempt, today the Jet City highs are expected to fall at least ten degrees short of that mark, with a cooling marine layer pressed to Seattle's overheated forehead.

Glimpses: “Seattle Spring”

Chelsea — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:00:20 +0000

lwestcoat captured a recent sunset during a serene spring evening on a local body of water. And yes, we do notice the full moon...don't you?

It’s Cherry Blossom Time at the University of Washington (Photo Gallery)

Michael van Baker — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 21:43:09 +0000

It's official: UW campus arborist Sara Shores says the cherry trees will be in full bloom this Easter weekend, thanks to the recent spring-like warmth that's descended up on Seattle. UW Probcast says mid-60s Saturday, and 69 on Sunday, with a ten percent chance of 73 or higher.

In the Northwest, Spring is Known as “Disappointment”

David Swidler — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 02:28:05 +0000

Friday was St. David’s Day, the first day of March and the first day of spring. Scientists will claim that spring doesn’t start until March 20th; however, these are the same scientists who call NASA security every single time I wander off-tour to get my astronaut certification. Spring is here, and if you live in these parts it’s a very depressing time of year.

Glimpses: “Early Risers”

Chelsea — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 16:00:26 +0000

We’re going to go ahead and stick with our “hurry up spring” theme here on Glimpses this week and show you GregPierceImages‘ lovely shot of some yellow croci (yes, croci) which appear to be going with the program. You are reading an excerpt from Glimpses: "Early Risers".The SunBreak supports RSS for you diehard RSS readers … Continue reading →