There is something incredibly nostalgic and significant about the annual cascade of autumn leaves. Joe L. Wheeler First signs of autumn in Portland, Oregon.
Seasonal Quote
The Big Blast
On a beautiful, bright Sunday morning in May, 1980, I left my home in Yakima, Washington to drive to my job just a few miles away. It was 7:45 a.m. and I needed to clock in at 8 a.m. It truly was a gorgeous morning, with bright blue skies, chirping birds and the temperatures were... Continue Reading →
Nature Quote
Every flower must grow through dirt. Laurie Jean Sennott
Neighborhood Walks
One of my favorite quotes, which I say frequently is: I’m very fond of walking. Lizzie Bennet said this to Mr. Darcy in Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Like Lizzie, theTravelsketcher and I are regular walkers. I’ve written about some of the walks and hikes we’ve enjoyed over the years in previous posts. Here are... Continue Reading →
Travel Quote
Then one day, when you least expect it, the great adventure finds you. Ewan McGregor Near Golspie, Scotland
Exploring Portland’s Pearl District
The Pearl District was once an industrial area filled with warehouses and railroad yards, but in the mid 1980s a transformation began which turned the neighborhood into a trendy area with apartments, condos, art galleries, restaurants and pretty parks. We moved here in November after our nearly 3 year sojourn in France. Our Portland residence... Continue Reading →
Travel Quote
Remember that travel is a way of happiness - not a destination. Roy M. Goodman Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Hobart, Australia
Even More Amusing Signs
Here is another post from my amusing sign collection. I love taking photos of signs that I find amusing, creative, ironic or where the meaning is lost in translation. If you’re interested, here are the links to the previous posts on amusing signs. Amusing Signs More Amusing Signs I hope these brighten your day! I... Continue Reading →
Travel Quote
There is always something beyond the horizon. José Andrés San Gimignano, Italy
Travels Through My Lens 