Two night ago, about 30 minutes after I moved to a different location on the reserve a huge storm hit, showcasing an amazing display of thunder and lightning. Having lived in northern California for the last 12 years, I had forgotten what a build up of heat and humidity can lead to. The storm Sat night was as wild as the bush itself. Just as I settled into my new, temporary digs the crackling of thunder and lightning started and everything went black. Being unaccustomed to my surroundings, I... read more