Rainier Days 2021
Have you ever been to a small-town parade? They are completely unlike big parades, and have an irresistible charm.
Read More Rainier Days 2021Author: Crystal M. Trulove
storyteller, thinker, worker, lover, student, mother, dreamer, achiever
Dangling in the trees
I nearly had a panic attack looking at it, but I knew it was my only way out.
Read More Dangling in the treesA different kind of 4th
McMenamins is a local chain of bars and restaurants.
Read More A different kind of 4thOYL July 16
When Rebecca and I went to Lyle last time, there was a group of circling eagles, and one of the Yakama said it was good medicine.
Read More OYL July 16Rose City
Portland has many nicknames, but one of them is official.
Read More Rose CitySpring critters
I caught a few pics of fawns in the last couple weeks. Their mommas have been extra skittish this year and I’m afraid I won’t get anything better till they’re grown. I’ll share with you what I have, because spotted babies always make me smile and I’m hoping you will smile too. . . It’s […]
Read More Spring crittersHeat and pond dragons
Today I chose to enjoy the blazing sun.
Read More Heat and pond dragonsOYL June 24
It feels like the story of our country has switched from COVID to racism.
Read More OYL June 24Lava Beds National Monument
There is a small and fascinating park in the northernmost part of California dedicated to learning about and exploring a volcanic landscape.
Read More Lava Beds National MonumentModoc Petroglyphs
Imagine my pleasure when we arrived and discovered that these are Modoc petroglyphs.
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