Category Archives: pacific northwest

~ Lens-Artist Photo Challenge: #13 Look Up ~

When I start to feel down, I tell myself to look up and find light coming through those clouds, and to remember the ancient adage: “And this, too, shall pass away.” In spring, a bright blue sky glimpsed through fresh … Continue reading →

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #12: Path ~

Back from the beach with fresh photos of trails and paths we explored. Every morning (and usually afternoon too!), Jello and I take the path maintained by The Breakers, to and from the beach. The weather was so lovely this visit, … Continue reading →

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~ Moonset ~

   

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~ Under A Periwinkle Sky ~

Once again I am in a place where, even with my personal hot-spot cell connection, I’m unable to load photos onto my blog, or look at the ones my WordPress friends are offering for view! Grump!!  Not sure if there’s … Continue reading →

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #11: Small Is Beautiful”

Growing up nearsighted, I was fascinated when I inspected small things up-close. Whether I brought the item to my eyes, or got myself close enough to see it, little things intrigued me. I hope you enjoy these examples of lovely, … Continue reading →

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~ Surfacing ~

Once again, I apologize to my WordPress friends for being absent without explanation! Too much happening all at once and lack of connectivity for part of that time. A trip to the beach is on my horizon, so more time … Continue reading →

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~ Lense-Artist Photo Challenge #10: Fences ~

This fence, surrounding a construction site at a public park, let’s everyone know exactly why it is here and how we are expected to behave in the area! I much prefer the gentle welcome of this guardrail, guiding me down … Continue reading →

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #9: Action ~

I have been out of action on WP this past week while my sister and I travelled to northern Idaho to visit our cousins, Duncan and David. We had reunited with Duncan (after thirty-odd years of not being in contact), … Continue reading →

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~ Willow Stump Garden One Year Later ~ Wordless Wednesday ~

   

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~ Lense Artists Photo Challenge #8: COLORFUL ~

Tina Schell challenges us to lighten up and introduce some fun and frivolity to our posts this week. Levity – lightheartedness is often elusive – but always welcome! The Lavender Lady – a coastal eccentric with vivid, wonderfully fun taste! … Continue reading →

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