March 18, 2018: Kubota Gardens

In March, I showed up at Kubota Gardens in Seattle with a camera in tow. Word on the vine was there’d be a sighting of a whole heck-of-a-lot of fluffs. I was not disappointed!

As I parked, @CheetahObscura, @CryptoDawg, and @DykeGrenadier had already found each other.

They were soon joined by @nullreff, @MikeFolf,
and @Reo_GrayFox (@ChiswickGryphon would arrive later).

Hugs were had, then more hugs. Then a quick embrace or two.

After making preparations for the warm spring day, it was time to head out!

We got closer, just as a toddler and their parents were leaving the park. The child was a bit apprehensive, but I turned on some music for a cheerful mood and soon everyone was dancing. I didn’t realize it’d take quite so long to get everyone to stop dancing. 🙂

Entering the park, there were plenty of spots for relaxing and taking in the gorgeous environment. Reo made sure to claim this bench from competitive perchers.

Don’t worry, Reo did share. 😉

So, time progressed and everyone was having some fun… but then in the distance…

Oh hoh! Who was that?!
Yes!! @ChiswickGryphon had arrived.

The gang was now all there, so it was finally time for some group shots.

My, what a wonderful day with the cool breeze gently flowing in and the bright sun popping in and out of fluffy white clouds. It was truly splendid.

And, it was such a lackadaisical day. The only sounds came from the wind in the trees and the babbling of a nearby stream. The still water of a nearby pond was quite an attraction…

Hmmm. It appeared that it was getting late in the day. Chiswick started eyeing the large koi in the pond.

Oh. OH. Oh dear! Everyone was getting hungry. No doubt about it, it was definitely time to start packing up!

With a bit of searching, I tracked down a “Doughnut & Espresso Thai/Teriyaki Laundromat.” A nearby local insisted it was a must-go place, and it did have high ratings. Did I mention the critters were hungry? An executive decision was made and we headed out.

And lest you doubt this tale, it was a real place.

Thanks for reading! More of these photos can be found here!

-Albejorn