The Disappearing Grain (p) (B/W)

It took him months, but, Shirklock finally solved the nagging case of the disappearing grain. Actually, it was pure luck! Wazon asked if Shirklock had noticed the band-tailed pigeons grazing for the past three months in the front yard? "By jove, Wazon! That's it! Get my violin!"

Stansberry Lake, Washington 2017
#The_Disappearing_Grain #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Band_Tailed_Pigeon #Stansberry_Lake #Washington #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/F7vGnW

Dream On (t) (p)

Stan built his home right on the edge of the Puget Sound. He would never have to worry about someone building something that would obstruct his view. Unfortunately, ships existed and, sometimes, they anchored in one spot for weeks at a time.

Port of Manchester, Port Orchard, Washington 2017
#Dream_On #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #ship #Port_of_Manchester #Port_Orchard #Washington #Kitsap_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/2jC31ou

Too Minimal (t) (B/W)

Theo loved stairs. His first home had lots of stairs. He even had a safe room with stairs. After the first winter storm, Theo realized what he had was a multiple level swimming pool. Theo needed a roof!

Manchester State Park, Port Orchard, Washington 2017
#Too_Minimal #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Manchester_State_Park #Port_Orchard #Washington #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/F7vweQ

Got The Reach (t)

Clem could really handle a spray can. The best part is being 16 feet tall he doesn't have to hang off structures to paint. Sometimes, it pays to be Sasquatch! Of course, he knows better than to paint on those rare hot days because he leaves footprints in the road and everyone knows what happens then.

Hwy 3 just north of E. Alta Dr., Mason County, Washington 2017
#Got_The_Reach #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Hwy_3 #overpass #Mason_County #photography
https://flic.kr/p/21SVL6k

One Kiss

All Lucy ever wanted was to have a prince kiss her; just once. She figured if it worked for girls and princes disguised as frogs, it should work the other way around. Well, Lucy got her wish when the Prince of Trolls gave her a quick peck. She went from being an ordinary frog to a stoned frog. Lucy's mom always told her to be careful what she wished for!

Bainbridge Island, Washington 2017
#One_Kiss #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #frog #photography
https://flic.kr/p/JiuhQt

Gossip (t) (B/W)

Esmerelda didn't appreciate all the office gossip about mounting Baker. He was a pretty nice guy and it was a one night thing anyway.

Mount Baker viewed from Bainbridge Island, Washington 2017
#Gossip #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Mount_Baker #volcano #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/JiuJb8

Give Me Another Jug Of Suds (B/W)

The old-timers couldn't remember why it was called Hop Valley. They talked about it almost every day while sipping on their favorite beer. Finally, Clem mentioned the time Bongo Whitehair hopped down to the bar for two weeks after losing a bet. That had to be it!

Zog's, Fox Island, Washington 2017
#Give_Me_Another_Jug_Of_Suds #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Hop_Valley #Zogs #Fox_Island #Washington #Pierce_County #Hogwash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/23f8f9z

Take A Dip (t)

As anticipated, the Polar Bear Club gathered for their annual Winter plunge in the frigid Puget Sound waters. How do they do it?

Fox Island, Washington 2017
#Take_A_Dip #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #duck #Fox_Island #Washington #Pierce_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/22atoFf

Free At Last (t)

After years of stealing the spirit of clouds with his various optical devices, Samuel Lightgatherer, was sentence to life under a canopy of rapidly growing trees. Eventually, Samuel would never see another cloud at which point his custodians figured all cloud spirits would at last be free to roam undisturbed!

Stansberry Lake, Washington 2017
#Free_At_Last #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #tree #Stansberry_Lake #Washington #Pierce_County #Hogwash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/F7pWKf

Refill (t)

Once a week, Eetu Kalevala, refills his coffee stash. His family drinks a lot of coffee!

Tacoma, Washington 2016
#Refill #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #ship #Tacoma #Washington #Pierce_County #Commencement_Bay #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/F7pRG9

The Hike (t) (B/W)

Bill, Chester, Sam and Cleo the tanks dream of hiking to Mount Rainier. They have all the provisions they will need including food, blankets and a GPS. They are just waiting for one of them to make the first move.

Tacoma, Washington 2016
#The_Hike #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Mount_Rainier #Tacoma #Washington #Pierce_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/23ehLGB

Palate (t)

Harmon needed a place to practice his lettering. Before long, there was a line of people around the block wanting to buy mattresses, furniture and lease a place to live. The building management was not happy having to repeatedly explain that they only dealt with cryonics. Of course, there were a few folks who reserved a vat for later use.

Tacoma, Washington 2016
#Palate #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #architecture #Tacoma #Washington #photography
https://flic.kr/p/229Chd3

Blowin' In The Wind (p)

The Grass Clan love to hang out at the lake. They spend their days frolicking in the water playing "Catch A Bug" and "Spot Toxic Algae". Great family fun.

Stansberry Lake, Washington 2016
#Blowin_In_The_Wind #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #grass #Stansberry_Lake #Washington #Pierce_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/229CaSs

A Little Ice Don't Bother Me (B/W)

As expected, Otto The Otter made his Christmas Eve appearance. And, as legend predicted, he ate all those who had been bad!

Stansberry Lake, Washington 2016
#A_Little_Ice_Dont_Bother_Me #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #otter #Stansberry_Lake #Washington #Pierce_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/DAhZca

Leftovers

Minter Creek, Key Peninsula, Pierce County, Washington 2016
#Leftovers #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Minter_Creek #Key_Peninsula #Pierce_County #Washington #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/DAhYo6

Keep It Up

After a recent doctor visit, Raney had a better understanding of his erectile dysfunction during warm weather. Raney decided to move further North.

Key Peninsula North, Stansberry Lake, Washington 2016
#Keep_It_Up #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #rain_gauge #Key_Peninsula_North #Stansberry_Lake #Washington #Pierce_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/JitBhF

Larger Mallet Required (t)

When Barry was invited to play croquet with the neighbors, he had no idea he would need a canon to shoot the balls through the hoops!

Gas Works Park, Seattle, Washington 2016
#Larger_Mallet_Required #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Gas_Works_Park #Seattle #Washington #King_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/F6yJSW

Eat Natural (t)

So, at today's potluck, the various food items included mulberries, mad honey, nutmeg, sea bream heads, stilton cheese, poppy seeds, chili peppers, rye bread, areca nuts and Mary Jane's special brownies. Everyone pigged out. What a trip!

Discovery Park view, Seattle, Washington 2016
#Eat_Natural #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #tripping #Discovery__Park #Seattle #Washington #King_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/22asCzQ

Yawn (t)

Ben T. Bridge had no idea how stressful his new job would be. He had to be alert 24/7. No sick leave. No vacation. Obviously, no paternity leave; he didn't have time to date!

Ballard Locks, Seattle, Washington 2016
#Yawn #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Ballard_Locks #Seattle #Washington #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/F6yH7w

Light Beer (t)

Moore Hops loved his job at the lighthouse. Fresh air, great view of the Olympics and free beer. Well, he got beer when he turned the light out and beer ships ran ashore.

Discovery Park, Seattle, Washington 2016
#Light_Beer #Hogwash_Book_Twenty_Four #Discovery_Park #Seattle #Washington #King_County #Hogwash #Hog_Wash #photography
https://flic.kr/p/21S5QGH