BOOKMARK: similar Names | Plein-air Writing 12.22.2024

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SUPERNATURAL Ruby!

JUPITER22 Supernatural July 14th

Mind's Eye |  In the beginning and at the end, the truth will be revealed simultaneously for all to witness.  Learning how quickly ocean waves erode this shoreline, it will become clear to us that the message nature has carved in stone, is truly for our time. We must acknowledge that a catastrophic earthquake and tsunami did occur here in the year 1700.  The ground beneath us is said to have dropped six feet, by the time the Santiago and Sonora anchored near La Isla de Los Dolores on July 13, 1775.  The effects of the Cascadia Subduction Zone on this section of the Northwest Coast are still being studied.

Student #1 imagine the native eyes watching the approaching men in their launch, from behind the trees beyond the shoreline.  The time for action had been framed, by celestial time and the reliable moon's corresponding ocean tides.  The bright moonlight of the waning supermoon must have provided some comfort, for the Santiago's anxious though cautious landing party, during the early morning hours of July 14, 1775.

The unique illumination was equally beneficial for the indigenous people watching from their logically assumed defensive positions on the nearby rocky fortress that is today called Abbey Island, and from other locations behind the heavy brush that reports from both ships state, grew right down to the beach.  More about the possible ongoing changes to the coastline, are covered on the July 13th Tour, that can also be reviewed at anytime during this July 14th Tour.  

Pacific Ocean waves normally prevent access to the bedrock foundation of the legendary Landing Island, although on certain low tides, visitors can easily roam where the first European explorers may have fallen on their knees, in solemn thanksgiving and praise.  Amazingly the two highest points on Landing Island, resemble knees, when viewed from the King Mimetolith located at the south end of Ruby Beach.

Our timeline of interest covers 1700 - 1792, which requires a vista from a higher elevation.  Up higher we can discuss the most notable achievements of the First Bucareli Expedition of 1774.  That first voyage was commanded by Juan José Pérez Hernández, sailing aboard the same frigate, the memorable Santiago.  We also know Commander Pérez from his role as the pilot onboard the Santiago in 1775.

With no further delay, let's continue our July 14th Memory Loop, by flying to a more advantages vista enjoyed from Hurricane Hill, Olympic National Park elevation 5,757' above sea-level.

Mind's Eye |  We are now viewing Bucareli Country from 5,757' above sea-level.  The first voyage of the Santiago in 1774, was observed during the 2024 - 250th Anniversary.