u/Krisargently

What a wonderful feeling to see the sun set under blue skies again!

The air is fairly clear and cool in this part of Rancho Haven. Just a hint of smoky smell lingers in the air.

I came through the South checkpoint about 5pm, and at that time the North end was closed at Quarterhorse.

Thank you everyone for working together in so many ways, from fighting the firestorm to saving the animals to making sure our homes stayed secure while we were away. Love to you all♥️

A view in May from the North Shore of Lake Tahoe ~~~

Looking east about noon today, Red Rock Rd / Dry Valley area. Thought it was my polarizing shades until I doffed them and saw it even brighter.

Update: I had originally done (what turned out to be) a cursory web search and decided this phenomenon was "cloud iridescence."

And then a kind stranger, r/Astromike23 set me on the right path:

"This is not cloud iridescence, but something far more rare: a circumhorizontal arc. Nice catch!

It can only occur when the Sun is very high in the sky, and you've got plate-oriented ice crystals."

And I appreciate the correction, and also knowing it was an even rarer sight!

It used to be you could go to a special place in the heart of Reno, and commune with a special, mysterious being.

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Until one day recently, when the special, mysterious being left the special place in the heart of our fair city.

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I feel bereft.

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I never got to say goodbye.

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But I will Always Remember.

Modular home. Roof is 26+ years old. In some areas shingles are curling. We have been gluing the bad spots down, and have no leaks.

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Out of the blue, our home insurance company told us they were coming by to inspect our roof, and take pictures.

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The follow-up message we got insists we replace (rather than repair,) entire roof by October or face non- renewal of our policy.

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We have asked our agent to recommend three roofers, so we can get estimates. It's been some time since we asked, and no reply.

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So we reach out to you, our neighbors, to give us some guidance. Who do you know that does a good job at reasonable rates?

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Thanks for your help and insight.

Headed North on Virginia, determined look, steady stride.

There's a reason some folks drive a little different than others. They are concentrating on r/Reno

Just as people have been saying, there are years this particular patch persists.

And though the two smaller ones are gone, does this mean it's safe to plant tomatoes?

And yet, and yet: What if it's Not A Snow Patch after all?

What if it's a captive flock of Giant Sierra Mountain Sheep, munching, living and loving in that one comfy spot, their wooly white coats glistening in the sun?

Yes, I admit it's a wild notion.

What's yours?

As the evening falls over the desert, a small visitor pays another call.

The emerald cape and sun sparkles in the glass are magic!

This morning's view about 9am, heading South-West on Red Rock Road, about 5 miles north of Hwy 395.

As seen looking South-West from Red Rock and 395, approximately 3:20pm this afternoon.