Barn Charm - Hidden Treasure

A few weeks ago, I went driving down a dead end road, more out of curiosity than anything. I crested the hill and there she was. All in her empty glory. At least I think the barn was empty. There didn't appear to be any signs of recent use although the paint didn't look too weathered. I was simply charmed by this big red beauty.

 

View from the Hilltop

Silo Side

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Barn Charm - It's a Green One!

I spotted this barn after breakfast on Saturday so I made a special trip back to take a few pictures. From the front, it had a nice paint job, but I couldn't get a good angle on it with the camera. On the way back by, you can see where the barn used to be red and the paint brush didn't make it this far around. It's got a nice cupola, though.

Green in Silvana, Washington

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inSPIREd Sunday - Little White Church on the Hill

The Little White Church on the Hill is located in Silvana, Washington. It is on the Washington State Register of Historic Places. The church was completed in 1890.

Little White Church on the Hill - Silvana, Washington

Hope you find something today that inspires you!

What a Difference a Week Makes

We came home early from work today because there was talk of shutting I-5 North down at the Arlington / Island Crossing exit. The interchange itself was closed because of water over the ramps and at one point only two lanes were getting through. Rather than risk getting stuck without an alternate route home, many employees left early including us.

The docks at our community lake are under water except for the floating section at the end. You can't even get to them unless you are wearing hip waders.

Community docks under water

The Stillaguamish River went over its banks and flooded the valley between Silvana and Stanwood.

Stillaguamish Valley between Silvana & Stanwood

It is just amazing how much water is around here when just a week ago we still had plenty of snow on the ground from the storms at Christmas.

The Stilly was scheduled to crest this afternoon at record levels. Many people will have a mess to clean up when the river finally recedes. I am thankful we are not affected at our house.

Hope your weather is good today wherever you are.