WALKING through TRANSITION
This week, I took a walk around downtown Corvallis. It’s easy to see the core of the city in a process of transition. ********** There is exquisite architectural detail in some of the old buildings. ********** I know this building is still in use, but do people actually use the fire escapes? Does anyone sit…
This Day was For the Birds
Scientists from the Finch Research Network were out in Corvallis this week, seeking to find the Evening Grosbeak. Having lost over 90% of its resident population in the United States since 1970, the bird is the subject of intense study to determine its present risk status. Our daughter Saskia and her husband Kevin invited the…
Weekend at Our Favorite Nursery
On Saturday morning, we headed out to our favorite local nursery. A good local nursery never disappoints. ********** These characters were there to welcome us to the vegetable section. They were obviously not organically grown! ********** Caution! These are not your garden variety Tulips… ********** Would it spoil the scene if I sat here? **********…
VACATION
Morning Glimpses is one of my favorite retirement vocations. Another is Making Craftsman Style furniture and a third is riding my eBike. Of course, every vocation also involves short vacations, in this case of the one day variety. ********** ********** In the middle of my bike ride, I’m stopping to get an Affogato. An exquisite…
BATCHES of COLOR!
On a warm afternoon, I went for a walk seeking colorful Spring flowers… Although it was late in the day, I was not disappointed. ******** “Welcome to our neighborhood…” ******** A few steps down the sidewalk, I turned toward the street… I had never before seen the Sun create shadows inside translucent flowers… ******** I…
WALKING into MEDITATION
Sometimes when I’m walking with my camera, my eye stops my forward movement, and I am captured by the moment. It might be a glorious sight, or it might be the simplest thing. Life has somehow taught me to trust those moments, to wait for whatever will emerge… ******** It might be encouragement to do…
Wildlife Walking
A few days ago, I went out walking with my son-in law Kevin through the Alsea Falls Recreation Site and the Finley Wildlife Refuge. Here’s one of the first creatures we ran into… Looks like a Rainbow Trout, showing off her incredible jumping ability… ******** From the river wildness, we shifted to the valley floor……
Back Downtown Again
I love downtown Corvallis. There are always surprises! ******** At the corner of Second Street and Madison Avenue, this sign tells of cheerful times past and hints at things to come. ******** Less than a block away, this 30 year old hand carved wooden sign beckons passersby to venture into the narrow alley where it…
Roaming In An Early Corvallis Neighborhood
On one of my regular bike rides, I “discovered” a new neighborhood. Called the Job’s Addition Neighborhood, it was approved for development in 1888. From time to time I’ll visit, sharing some of the beauty it offers us. ******** This is the place that first captured my eye… ******** A camellia just starting to blossom!…
Out Taking Pictures
For the next couple of weeks, I’ll be out taking pictures. In the meantime, here is a thought expressed in someone’s front yard… ******** Grace and peace to you for the next couple of weeks, Art
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