Is it summertime?

Steve and I enjoyed a beautiful drive to Ukiah (about 80 miles) through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Wine Country.

On the return trip we stopped in a Sonoma County Regional Park in Healdsburg for a brief picnic near the Russian River. Clumps of lupin were blooming near the banks, as were wild radishes, a few California poppies and wildflowers I couldn't identify.

Back home, I was reading the Sunday newspaper -- one of life's true pleasures, settling in with the paper! -- and heard the attic fan click on for the first time this year. Is it that warm? Could it be true?

Later, out on the deck painting lawn furniture, I neglected to use sunscreen and have a bit of color on my face. I know there is rain in the forecast tomorrow night, but today it was summertime!