Now retired, I am former university adjunct faculty, self-published author, and retired recreation and parks practitioner living in Eastern Washington State near the Idaho border. Second Wind Leisure Perspectives is my blog about living a leisure lifestyle that includes fitness, photography, and fun.
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54 thoughts on “#WordlessWednesday: Smoke Gets in Your Eyes”
I’m glad your fathers home was spared Terri! Fire is so primal.
We’re not sure if it was, Wayne, they are in the process of getting a permit to enter the area and check (for insurance purposes). We hope the home was burned so they can take their losses and move on. This was a pic taken a few years ago. Such a tragedy for that whole area.
I will, Wayne. I’ve been reluctant to share anything publicly on SM for fear what the finality will do to my Step-mom in case she saw an errant post. They are both safe with my step-sister in the town of Auburn. Thank you for your concern, it means a lot. My family spent a lot of Thanksgivings at their place in the mountains of Northern California, so we will miss those days. It’s a wait-and see time right now.
I’m glad the smoke is clearing for you. We were pretty much out of it yesterday. We are back in the greens which means good air quality. We are now cloudy and in the 70s. What a nice relief from the 90s. 😀 😀
It’s an ongoing issue on our west coast. So many mountains and underbrush that catches fire from dry lightning or worse, from errant campfires. Thank you, Jo, I’m relieved my dad is safe for now. Big changes on the horizon for them 😦
That is super scary about your Dad’s house. Carey mentioned it, too, but not how close it came. You said he is safe, so that is good. There isn’t really a safe place from fire anywhere in the west. If Portland can burn anywhere can!
That pic is not of his house, but one just a 200 yards away, and from years ago. The CalFire map shows the area entirely burned, but dad has a permit to go in and see what’s left if anything. Like many small towns you hear about on the news that were demolished, I fear Michigan Bluff will be the next victim. Horrible! I couldn’t post my fears on FB in case my step-mom saw the post and panicked.
Thank you, Anne. There are unofficial reports that the home pictured (not my dad’s) and my dad’s home up the road were spared. We hope to find out more this weekend.
I hope your father’s property has been spared from the fire damage, Terri. Hopefully, cooler and wetter weather will soon reach these areas. I saw from the comments that colder weather is coming to you.
In some ways it may be better if the house is a complete loss. There will be so much clean-up and smoke damage, something more than my 86-year old dad can handle. Thank you, Hugh!
So sorry to see the devastation being caused by fire in this region, again, and to hear how it’s affecting your family. I hope your Dad’s house is spared.
First, we just finished a wild summer of unexpected travel, visiting one child and our DIL in Montana and relocating our daughter from Calif. to Michigan to start med school. She’s finally getting her chance to transform herself into a doctor. But we saw lots of road time through the PNW and lots of smoky days in both Wash and Oregon. Are you still in Spokane?
Second, we somehow got disconnected and it was most likely my fault for not knowing what I was doing over a year ago when we first met. You had come across one of my early pieces of fiction that was more of a excuse to write about the sarcodes of our Yosemite area. Do you recall reading it? You were one of the first to see it and you were the first to comment on it. https://garyawilsonstories.wordpress.com/pushing-winter-aside/
Anyway, I did not know how to stay in touch with readers back in those days and am trying to fix that. You mentioned that you would like to see further posts from me but I think I lost you at that point. My story collection has grown a lot since that story you read and I’d love to just let you know so you can check them out. I’ve posted 23 after posting ‘Pushing Winter Aside’ just in my 100-1000 word length, Flash Fiction collection. The full and growing collection is listed at this link (which is also a menu selection from my main site) https://garyawilsonstories.wordpress.com/flash-fiction-100-1000-word-story-index/
You impressed me as being an astute intelligent that I’d hoped to get to know better. This time, I’m finding a button to click so I can follow your posts.
YAY!! That’s wonderful news. I just read your blog! I hope when they get to go in and see that they’re grateful and able to deal easily with any damages.
I’ve fallen a week behind here and catching up this weekend so hopefully it was not devastating for your father and his house was salvaged as a result of the Mosquito fire The sunset pictures you captured are beautiful Terri, but poignant at the same time for all that has been lost. Here in SE Michigan our sunsets have been vibrant as a result of the wildfire smoke from the Pacific Northwest and Canadian Plains. It has drifted here creating a gray haze. It was cooler last week and the haze was more prevalent, but this weekend was hot and humid so it’s not been as bad.
Washington had some fires near the Cascade Range that sent it our way too. One in Idaho probably blew toward you too. I posted today that we learned my dad’s house was actually spared, but there is likely smoke damage and all power is off in the area. It will be a while before anyone can move back in. thanks for stopping by, Linda!
So sad with all the wildfires. I can’t imagine people packing up and wondering from afar if they will have a home to return to. A lot of heartache Terri. Glad to hear your dad’s house was spared.
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I’m glad your fathers home was spared Terri! Fire is so primal.
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We’re not sure if it was, Wayne, they are in the process of getting a permit to enter the area and check (for insurance purposes). We hope the home was burned so they can take their losses and move on. This was a pic taken a few years ago. Such a tragedy for that whole area.
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let me know what is found please Terri?
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I will, Wayne. I’ve been reluctant to share anything publicly on SM for fear what the finality will do to my Step-mom in case she saw an errant post. They are both safe with my step-sister in the town of Auburn. Thank you for your concern, it means a lot. My family spent a lot of Thanksgivings at their place in the mountains of Northern California, so we will miss those days. It’s a wait-and see time right now.
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no fire can erase the cherished memories you and your family have shared together
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I’m glad I took endless pictures of our times there.
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One thing about smoke is we do get great photos. Don’t breathe in too deep. 😀 😀
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Our weather is about to change to more cold like it should be, Cee. Our smoky skies should clear later. Hope all is well where you are!
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I’m glad the smoke is clearing for you. We were pretty much out of it yesterday. We are back in the greens which means good air quality. We are now cloudy and in the 70s. What a nice relief from the 90s. 😀 😀
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We don’t seem able to deal with the problem, Terri, despite the pretty pictures. Sorry about the distress to your Dad and family.
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It’s an ongoing issue on our west coast. So many mountains and underbrush that catches fire from dry lightning or worse, from errant campfires. Thank you, Jo, I’m relieved my dad is safe for now. Big changes on the horizon for them 😦
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That is super scary about your Dad’s house. Carey mentioned it, too, but not how close it came. You said he is safe, so that is good. There isn’t really a safe place from fire anywhere in the west. If Portland can burn anywhere can!
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That pic is not of his house, but one just a 200 yards away, and from years ago. The CalFire map shows the area entirely burned, but dad has a permit to go in and see what’s left if anything. Like many small towns you hear about on the news that were demolished, I fear Michigan Bluff will be the next victim. Horrible! I couldn’t post my fears on FB in case my step-mom saw the post and panicked.
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I understand that! I don’t read FB as often as I should. I get too bogged down! Can’t wait to see you. Won’t be long now. 🙂
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One more week!!
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I’m excited!!’😍😍
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I know fire is important in nature. We just haven’t quite figured out how to live with it. I hope everyone is healthy and safe.
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Everyone is safe now, Jacqui, but we’re waiting to hear on the status of their home.
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That is so scary.
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Oh gosh, how terrible! I’m sorry to hear your Dad’s area is affected.
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Thank you, Susan! We are waiting to hear if the house was actually lost.
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Sending my good luck wishes to him and the rest of your family.
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Thank you, Susan!
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So horrible………..brings back many a bad memory. I do hope all is OK Terri 🤞
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Yes, Brian, you’ve had your share of frightening fire experiences. We expect to know more by the weekend. Thank you for your concern!
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It is a blessing that your Dad’s house was spared. I hope he and is home are still ok.
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Thank you, Anne. There are unofficial reports that the home pictured (not my dad’s) and my dad’s home up the road were spared. We hope to find out more this weekend.
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So many fires again this fall. I’m glad your dad is OK and hope you find the house in the condition you’d like to find it in!
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Thank you, Graham, well said! As you know Washington (and north Idaho) get colder quicker hopefully ending the area’s wildfires.
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I hope your father’s property has been spared from the fire damage, Terri. Hopefully, cooler and wetter weather will soon reach these areas. I saw from the comments that colder weather is coming to you.
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In some ways it may be better if the house is a complete loss. There will be so much clean-up and smoke damage, something more than my 86-year old dad can handle. Thank you, Hugh!
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So sorry to see the devastation being caused by fire in this region, again, and to hear how it’s affecting your family. I hope your Dad’s house is spared.
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Thank you, Sarah, we are keeping our fingers crossed!
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Hi, Terri – Although smoky skies are never a great experience, your photos of them are each awesome. You are an incredible photographer.
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Thank you Donna! They make for compelling images.
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So hauntingly beautiful, Terri x
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Thank you Toni, indeed.
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Sorry the fires got so close to your dad’s house, Terri. I dislike the smoke, but it can make for some interesting photos.
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We’re hoping all was not lost at his house. They do make compelling images, Thanks, Siobhan.
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Hi Terri.
Wow – where to start?
First, we just finished a wild summer of unexpected travel, visiting one child and our DIL in Montana and relocating our daughter from Calif. to Michigan to start med school. She’s finally getting her chance to transform herself into a doctor. But we saw lots of road time through the PNW and lots of smoky days in both Wash and Oregon. Are you still in Spokane?
Second, we somehow got disconnected and it was most likely my fault for not knowing what I was doing over a year ago when we first met. You had come across one of my early pieces of fiction that was more of a excuse to write about the sarcodes of our Yosemite area. Do you recall reading it? You were one of the first to see it and you were the first to comment on it. https://garyawilsonstories.wordpress.com/pushing-winter-aside/
Anyway, I did not know how to stay in touch with readers back in those days and am trying to fix that. You mentioned that you would like to see further posts from me but I think I lost you at that point. My story collection has grown a lot since that story you read and I’d love to just let you know so you can check them out. I’ve posted 23 after posting ‘Pushing Winter Aside’ just in my 100-1000 word length, Flash Fiction collection. The full and growing collection is listed at this link (which is also a menu selection from my main site) https://garyawilsonstories.wordpress.com/flash-fiction-100-1000-word-story-index/
Somehow I ended up with a second fungus adventure with: https://garyawilsonstories.wordpress.com/a-bumper-crop-surprise-n2w-220617/
You impressed me as being an astute intelligent that I’d hoped to get to know better. This time, I’m finding a button to click so I can follow your posts.
I hope this finds you well and loving life.
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Hi Gary, I admit, WordPress can be challenging and it has glitched and unfollowed many bloggers including both of ours. Nice to reconnect.
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Oh, no, I hope your dad’s house is okay. Smoke damage is so hard to deal with.
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It survived! Just found out yesterday, Shelley, and I mention this today on my blog. They have not been inside yet, but it is still standing!
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YAY!! That’s wonderful news. I just read your blog! I hope when they get to go in and see that they’re grateful and able to deal easily with any damages.
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Thank you again, Shelley!
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You’re welcome!
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I’ve fallen a week behind here and catching up this weekend so hopefully it was not devastating for your father and his house was salvaged as a result of the Mosquito fire The sunset pictures you captured are beautiful Terri, but poignant at the same time for all that has been lost. Here in SE Michigan our sunsets have been vibrant as a result of the wildfire smoke from the Pacific Northwest and Canadian Plains. It has drifted here creating a gray haze. It was cooler last week and the haze was more prevalent, but this weekend was hot and humid so it’s not been as bad.
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Washington had some fires near the Cascade Range that sent it our way too. One in Idaho probably blew toward you too. I posted today that we learned my dad’s house was actually spared, but there is likely smoke damage and all power is off in the area. It will be a while before anyone can move back in. thanks for stopping by, Linda!
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So sad with all the wildfires. I can’t imagine people packing up and wondering from afar if they will have a home to return to. A lot of heartache Terri. Glad to hear your dad’s house was spared.
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Thank you Linda!
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