I live right by the airport and can attest to the fact this area has missed out on the rain. The .23" figure seems reasonable given my observations this month.
Not sure if this has already been posted, but just in case it hasn't... http://komonews.com/weather/scotts-weather-blog/longtime-national-weather-service-employee-in-seattle-ted-buehner-to-retire-after-40-years
I think the role of Hitler goes to Snow_wizard (Jim). That video was awesome coming from a long time lurker dating back to the Old Farmer's Almanac days.