Travel is not a reward for working, it is education for living. Anthony Bourdain Haystack Rock, Cannon Beach, OR
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Old Growth Cedar Trail, Rockaway Beach, OR
We spent several days this past week at Cannon Beach, OR. The weather was chilly but sunny, and the wind on the beach was ferocious, but it was a relaxing getaway none the less. While there, we took a drive to Rockaway Beach to stroll along the Old Growth Cedar Trail which leads to one... Continue Reading →
Earth Day, 2025
Today, April 22, 2025 is Earth Day, a day set aside to bring awareness to the damage that has been inflicted on our suffering planet. Today I’m sharing some photos focusing on the beauty of our world and the animals we share it with. Taking care of the planet and environment seems like a no-brainer;... Continue Reading →
Travels With Family and Friends, and Some Memories of Mexico
Travels with friends and family can be risky, you need to be sure your travel habits are compatible, and any expectations are similar and clear. When travel companions click, it can result in lovely memories, but when there are problems, it can quickly turn into a trip from hell; as we experienced many years ago... Continue Reading →
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And spring arose on the garden fair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere; And each flower and herb on Earth’s dark breast Rose from the dreams of its wintery rest. Percy Bysshe Shelley Dunrobin Castle Gardens, Golspie, Scotland
Some Final Thoughts on the Cruise, and a Few Hours in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
As I have mentioned in recent posts, theTravelsketcher and I took a Panama Canal cruise earlier this year with dear friends, Tim and Lisa. Other than being with friends, and a few other highlights, it wasn’t a great experience. Here are some previous posts about the cruise if you’d like to learn more: From Key... Continue Reading →
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The hum of bees is the voice of the garden. Elizabeth Lawrence Cornelius Pass, Oregon
Truffle Tuesday – a short story
TheTravelsketcher and I recently watched a whimiscal and entertaining movie called Unfrosted, the story of the competition between cereal giants Kellogg’s and Post, and the creation of Pop-Tarts. It reminded me of a short story I wrote many years ago, which I’m sharing today. The inspiration for this story came from my over-active imagination and... Continue Reading →
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Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the graces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love! Sitting Bull, Hunkpapa Lakota leader Spring in Yosemite National Park, CA
Travels Through My Lens 