Mukilteo Lighthouse
When we returned from our cruise a few weeks ago we discovered that my mom had received a health report that indicated she needed to have a pacemaker as soon as it could be done. It was a hectic week last week as we prepared for her procedure which took place last Friday. Along with that we hosted a cousin from Nevada who had flown up to spend some time with her. It was a cold blustery day when we picked him up from the airport on Saturday. In spite of that, we knew that he would end up spending most of the weekend indoors visiting with his aunt, so we took him for a short drive and a walk in the fresh air down by the Mukilteo Lighthouse and Ferry Dock. It was the first time in over two years since I have been able to take an outdoor walk like this myself, so it was nice treat for me as well.
Not exactly the soft, sandy beaches of Southern California or Florida but wildly beautiful in it's own way. Standing along the shore you can look across to Whidbey Island, the second largest island in the Continental U.S.
The path along the shore took us towards the ferry dock and behind the lighthouse. That is my cousin on the left with The Investigator trying to keep his hands warm in the wind! Brrr!!
Once the ferry was on its way across the water we headed onto the lighthouse grounds. The lighthouse was built in 1905 and ran on oil until 1927 when it was converted to electric. It is owned by the City of Mukilteo and is still in operation.
In spite of the wind and cold there were lovely signs of the arriving spring, a reminder of that saying, "March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb."
By the time we went through the front gate it was time to head for home and a warm cozy fire in the fireplace. We will have to come back for a summer picnic! Meanwhile, I pray each of you and your loved ones are keeping safe and well. Adieu.
It's good to hear about your progress in walking. Yes, it must have been a treat to go on the ferry and visit the lighthouse. These life saving facilities are a blessing. Living in Britain with its coastal waters we're so grateful for the lighthouses, the coastguard facilities and life boat crews, many who are well-trained volunteers, that go out to save those in danger. May your Mom receive good support after her medical procedure to fit a pacemaker and she finds it of benefit.
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda. I can still only walk short distances at a time but I am doing well. My mom is making good progress as well.
DeleteThat is very good, Praise the Lord! God bless you and your loved ones.
DeleteA friend of ours just found out he needs a pacemaker and is going in this Friday. Good news to hear you can walk short distances. Looks like a blustery day at Mukilteo.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ellen. Yes, it was pretty chilly! Invigorating though!
DeleteHello! It's good to see you blogging again and also to see our cousin! I am pleased to hear your mom is making good progress; a card is in the mail to her today from us. And it seems you are also continuing to make good progress. Loved your photos of swimming with the dolphins, by the way. We are enjoying some Washington weather this week, rain, rain and more rain . . . Mulkiteo looks as charming as ever. We used to dreamed of a Mulkiteo home ovelooking the bay but kinda glad we stayed in SoCal after all. I really don't think we could handle the weather up there, having spent all our lives here in sunshine country. Blessings to you all as we continue our journey to the glorious Resurrection!
ReplyDeleteYes, it does take a bit of adjustment to live in this climate. I remember it taking several years for me to grow my "webbed feet". Now I find it hard to imagine living anywhere else! I need to post my dolphin experience. Blessings to you Sara!
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