The weather has been so so hot this year! Western Alaska is not accustomed to such ridiculous heat spikes, and everyone is hiding away. Even the mosquitos are lulling in the weeds this year. Enjoying the shade and rarely coming out to greet any being that stands in the sunshine. The trees leaves although bright green, are dry. The grass mimics the same trait as the leaves. I have yet to see a moose or even a rabbit. And the swallows are only feeding in the late night-time hours when the sun reaches it's short setting period. Our 24 hours of sunlight, although beautiful and refreshing, can also produce quite a bit of heat. And this summer, that heat is so so evident.
