Entry Two, Part 6 of 8: 1252 Hours: Aside from the time, something else we need to keep an eye on is the weather. A storm front is pushing through the valley, bringing rain, thunder, and lightning! We batten down for the storm before it arrives. This is how summer always seems to end during Fall Voyages of Discovery: One last gasp of heat and humidity, followed by a storm that brings cool autumn temperatures in its wake.

Mouse over (or click on) the image above for a flash of lightning!