Mini RT Series – three

Pop quiz: what is Oregon’s state fossil? Metasequoia, of course.

Saline Courthouse and buffalo

The Cherokee actually have two buffalo herds: the TV buffalo and the wild buffalo.

Gilcrease Museum

I tend to love the paintings best in any museum, but this one had many other impressive displays.

Oklahoma Vacation

I am hoping to improve my perception of Oklahoma before I go.

Rainier Soap & Christmas

I was delighted to discover that one of the largest original industries in the town was the Rainier Soap Factory

Arting up Alberta Street

The character, the activism, and the arts from the complicated and heroic history shine through on Alberta Street today.

Hood River fruit blossoms

The Hood River Valley is famous for its fruit.

Willamette Valley Parks

This was the area jointly held by two nations, called the Oregon Territory by the United States, and the Columbia Territory by Britain.

Memories influence fantasy

I am truly delighted to see what’s been done with the old beauty of a train depot, and I have fingers crossed that the Idaho Heritage Trust can gain enough financial support to address all their needs.

Twenty Years and Three Days

Some people believe there was no Tiananmen? But… I still carry the pain of it!