St. Helens foothills

Forty years later it’s amazing both that there is so much life here, and that I can still see the devastating effects of the volcanic eruption.

Squirrel

No message today, just a squirrel. I loved all these poses the squirrel made for me. I think it was looking right at me through the window of my office, and I can only guess what was in that little fuzzy noggin. What a cutie pie.

Yakama fishermen

I’m a person who can’t stand not doing something.

Weekend in Lyle

I know I am spoiled that I have the option to get out of town when others don’t. I am grateful.

June happenings

I’m starting to catch up a little, now that school is done.

The Modoc tribe survives

I am compelled to understand what led to war and planned genocide of a people.

Modocs as they were

The Oregon-California border held lands that were traditionally Modoc country.

Forest Park flora

Forest Park is teeming with fields of flowers and so many bright colours!

Empty bird house

I’m hoping that next spring it will seem like just the right place to a pair of swallows.

Mailbox Update

Getting projects done is so enjoyable when someone else is doing it.