After photographing the Astoria-Megler Bridge, we drove to the Astoria Column. We had no expectations of a view. The column itself was hidden in a thick fog. There was a grassy hill that looked like it was out of a story book. My youngest tested the waters and explored it a little bit so decided to … Continue reading Astoria Column in the Fog and the Runaway Child
Uncategorized
Peter Iredale Shipwreck
In 1906 The four masted steel baroque sailing vessel sailed its last. It was on its way to the Columbia and it got stuck there. No one was killed. It has been sitting there decaying more each year. Soon it will be gone entirely. We arrived just as the tide was moving in. Next time, … Continue reading Peter Iredale Shipwreck
The Ethereal
Magic Happens. A blend of timing and light. A feeling. A moment. Some are lost, but every once in a while, those moments are experienced and there is joy. Beauty and Love.
History Demolition
It makes me sad that these old building will very soon disappear. Gasco Building(1913), and Centennial Mill (1910) both built around the same time, both in the process of being demolished. It seems they could not be saved. Most physical things disappear eventually. Everything is vulnerable to the forces of nature, not matter how hard … Continue reading History Demolition
Pumpkin Patch
Moments with you, my children Do you see what I see? I see this glow when you play. Ten and Twelve, at the edge of a major shift. But there is still magic, sometimes. Rare moments. I feel the force of time stealing this away. Replacing it with something new. You make conscious choices and are defining … Continue reading Pumpkin Patch
Spider in My Window
Yesterday, a spider made a home of our bathroom window. For two days, we have watched her spin her web, wait, eat little flies. My daughter has named her "Snapshot." I have enjoyed photographing her. Spiders are amazing creatures. They spin art for a home which provides food and safety; a web that glistens in the sun and … Continue reading Spider in My Window
Invisible Light at the Cemetery
Seeing the world of peace and the afterlife in Infrared. I used to visit a cemetery regularly as a teen. I found peacefulness there and reverence in most people who were there with me. It was an escape, a res bit, an oasis, a place to find quiet. This is not "the cemetery" of my … Continue reading Invisible Light at the Cemetery
Full Blood Moon Eclipse and the Night After
Spooky Oregon City Paper Mill Site
There is something about abandoned buildings. I have in the past, avoided them, because they disturb me. The emotion is strong. I avoided buying a home a few years ago that was near an old steel foundry. They give off a strong creepy vibe. Danger. Heartlessness. Industry. Mystery. Death. Toxicity. Not in my backyard. Now, … Continue reading Spooky Oregon City Paper Mill Site
Opal Creek Wilderness: Jawbone Flatts
We drove 2 hours south, to go on a 6 mile hike with our 3 kids, 2 dogs, and 18 year old guest. It took us ALL Day; and it took us about 7 hours just to hike it. It was an easy hike, but with the dogs and a four years old; we were … Continue reading Opal Creek Wilderness: Jawbone Flatts