Joanne Mason of Joanne Mason Photography is the guest host for this week’s challenge. In true Lens-Artists style, she offers a wide open subject that gives us plenty of leeway. Thank you, Joanne! Those of you who follow my blog know I love the Long Beach Peninsula in the state of Washington. So, of course, I think everyone should see it! Most people end their west coast journey at Astoria, if not before. Should you get as far north as Astoria, consider taking a drive across the Megler-Astoria Bridge, an awe-inspiring 4 mile span across the mouth of the Columbia River, from Oregon to Washington.
When you reach the Washington side, head north on HWY 101 to Ilwaco, just a 12 mile jaunt. At the one stoplight, go straight and you will enter one of the least disappointing places you are likely to find in the Wild-Wild West, Cape Disappointment State Park.
The Peninsula is 20 miles of history and natural beauty. Since I’m already late getting this post finished, here are some to the places I’ve visited, and invite you to enjoy! https://www.evergreencoastwa.com/
Lindy Low LeCoq 
What a great prompt! Lovely photos
Thank you, VJ!
Welcome
Lindy, I agree! Everyone should see Cape Disappointment and the Long Beach Peninsula! We were only there for a few days but we loved it there. Your images are great as always. This post could be an advertisement for the area!
Thanks so much Beth. As I was selecting shots and what to include I realized it truly could be an advertisement. Well, in a way it is – an open invitation to everyone who sees it!
These are all lovely pictures, Lindy! Cape D and View from Fort Lewis are magazine (Nat Geo), exhibition-worthy. I love Two Juveniles. Your post about your favorite areas of the Northwest is a great response to the challenge theme. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Joanne. I appreciate your eye for the best of my best!!
I really like these photos! Your art & craft show the coast beautifully. I’ve responded to your posts before – I have a house in Oysterville (behind your photo looking toward the Oysterville Church) and I miss it when I see your photography. As you know, stormy weather makes a beautiful, misty palette, but those sunny days are irresistible!
Thank you – Barbara Hollenbeck
Thank you, Barbara. Of course you miss it, and I’m so glad my posts take you there virtually. Hope you get to visit often!
What great images Lindy. They are so inviting. You’ve captured nature at its best.