The Pacific Northwest, and particularly Whidbey Island, is extremely suited to be a location in a novel.

The richness of the rain made me feel safe and protected; I have always considered the rain to be healing—a blanket—the comfort of a friend. Without at least some rain in any given day, or at least a cloud or two on the horizon, I feel overwhelmed by the information of sunlight and yearn for the vital, muffling gift of falling water.

الأرض تعرف كلّ شيء رغم ما يعتقد أنها تظلّ صامتة

We are extremely happy with our new location. The mayor, other officials, everyone has been extremely helpful in making this happen, but Covington will always be our 'home,' and we certainly hope that we'll return in the future.

The sweet-smelling aroma of the island spices still hung in the air. It filled his nostrils and titillated his appetite all over again. His appetite drove him mad for something much more than food.

The Pacific Northwest depends on inexpensive renewable energy from our dams.