Midsummer's eve

The summer solstice just passed by us. The longest day of the year (in the northern hemisphere) is marked by celebrations across the world. 
And for the Pacific Northwest, it marked the beginning of summer. 

For me, the solstice heralds the beginning of not only the backpacking season in the Cascades, but also of warm summer evenings spent outdoors, watching nature and nurture blossoming in a beautiful symphony. Here are three scenes that epitomizes summer in the city.

Seattle
WA USA