I took my daughter and one of our dogs camping for one night at Fort Stevens State Park for one last summer adventure and although short, it was remarkably reviving. I rarely regret these adventures. Memories--hearing the rain on the tent when we first arrived, my daughter diverting rainwater stream and shaping it into a … Continue reading Summer’s Last Adventure (2023)
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Ancient Forest and Spirits
A couple of weeks ago, I went for a hike in the early morning. I was almost completely alone the whole time. It was beautiful at times and at other times it felt spooky like there were ghosts or spirits there. You Tube Video of Bridge Video of Bridge
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Searching for Owls and Joy
I love owls. So much. In the Spring, there are flowers to photograph, in the Summer bodies of water and adventures, in the Fall, there are the changing leaves, Christmas time-lights and maybe snow, after that there is a period of brown and that is when I want to capture birds. Right now there are … Continue reading Searching for Owls and Joy
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New Direction-Fall 2022
I am moving in a different direction with my photography, or perhaps it is a return to a previous path. Last February I started working as an Special Education Instructional Assistant. So, I now have 3 jobs unofficially, or more than that if you are really counting: IA, Photographer, and Parent/caretaker of humans. 😉 I … Continue reading New Direction-Fall 2022
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Composite and Painting
I am working on some new skills. Compositing, painting with photoshop brushes, and using Ipad apps for more creative options. Here is a major experiment photo-painting inspired by the group How We Grow Our Food. I wanted to include a cow/milk/barn. I love old barns, and couldn't resist including one in this painting. The first … Continue reading Composite and Painting
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Bluebirds
I drove almost 3 hours (one way) to see some bluebirds this weekend and it was worth it. I feel like I got to know them a little bit from doing this. They are enduring and beautiful; flying back and forth between a few spots; were shy, but also at times, almost "posed." There are … Continue reading Bluebirds
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Total Solar Eclipse Weekend
Ok, I am very far behind in my blogging. This was several months ago now, but a very memorable weekend. We stayed with some friends in Bend. We left their home the night before to find a spot where we would experience 2 minutes of totality. The Milky Way was spectacular. We slept in our … Continue reading Total Solar Eclipse Weekend
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Fourth of July 2017
We had an all around good day this year which is a rare day when things go well the whole day. My father is visiting from NH so we were able to celebrate the day with him which definitely made it even more special. Â It was a day of eating and fun. We had a … Continue reading Fourth of July 2017
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Perfect Light (April 2017) (Lensbaby edge)
I have been meaning to post these. Â It was a rare moment when it was just the three of us. Our older two were out doing something. I forget what now. Â Maybe a sleepover. Â We decided to take a walk. Â Mike and I used to go on a lot of walks together when it was … Continue reading Perfect Light (April 2017) (Lensbaby edge)
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Rowena Crest Sunrise Year 2
My twelve year old daughter joins me sometimes on my adventures. Â We have decided it would be our tradition to go to Rowena Crest each year during the wildflower bloom at sunrise. Â We were a little late this year as many of the flowers were past peak, except for the lupine. They were in their … Continue reading Rowena Crest Sunrise Year 2
