Sharing photos and stories from my travels.
We’ve all heard of the Seven Wonders of the World, but did you know that Oregon also has Seven Wonders? The list of Oregon’s amazing places was determined by Travel Oregon in 2013. These natural beauties showcase the diversity of Oregon’s landscape, including its breathtaking Pacific Coast, high deserts, beautiful mountain ranges, lush forests and... Continue Reading →
Wherever you go, go with all your heart. Confucius Amsterdam, The Neatherlands
Today I was going to blog about our time at the Oregon Coast this past week, but when looking at the Bing Photo of the Day this morning I learned that today is the 25th World Turtle Day. This day has been set aside to bring awareness to these wonderful creatures in hopes to protect... Continue Reading →
Spring is the time of year when it is summer in the sun and winter in the shade. Charles Dickens Loire Valley, France
Even though our last trip to the beach was cut short due to a nasty cold, we still managed to see some of the gorgeous Oregon Coast in the few days we had. More destinations will be added to this map by theTravelsketcher as we continue to explore the coast. Our first stop was Pacific... Continue Reading →
What’s in store for me in the direction I don’t take? Jack Kerouac Oregon Coast
On Monday morning theTravelsketcher and I headed to the Oregon coast to enjoy more of this stunning area. However, by Tuesday morning I had come down with a nasty cold, and by Wednesday morning we were back home and I was in bed. Needless to say, I haven’t felt up to writing a post, so... Continue Reading →
Cannon Beach is located just 90 minutes from our home in Portland, and is one of the more popular beach destinations in Oregon. We visited last week and enjoyed exploring the beach, tide pools and the roaring sounds of the Pacific Ocean’s crashing waves. It is named for a cannonade which washed up on the... Continue Reading →
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 Through My Lens 