I have many things I want to talk about: B&N’s ‘declaration of war’ against Amazon, academic publishing (and how it’s always been at war against knowledge), how my anti-MS diet is going, thoughts about Hild, the up-coming vote in the Washington State legislature, thoughts on Apple’s iAuthor tool, and much, much more. But I’m also busy on a couple of other fronts, so today I’ll have to leave you with this photo of the ravine taken at breakfast. Yes, that really is sunshine you’re seeing. Sunshine in Seattle in February. Enough to make a person feel downright pleased with the world.
Wherever you are, whatever you plan to do with your day, take a moment to look around and be glad.
Nicola Griffith 
I last visited Washington state in February 2002. The weather was glorious, we ate out on my friend's deck (even though we were wearing thermals), we had great views of Mount Rainier, did the touristy things like the Space Needle and Pike Market, and also had a great days skiing at Crystal. I hope to get back one day, but in the meantime I really appreciate seeing glimpses through your posts. Thank you!
Gael
Gael, you're welcome. I hope it's lovely where you are now.
I walked in the rain to give blood and when I came out the sun was shining and it's in the 50s now. Joyous! Glad you've got that, too, Nicola.
Elaine, good for you! I'm not allowed to give bloos but I admire those who do.