Category Archives: pacific northwest

~ Cee’s Oddball Photo Challenge ~ More Paths and Trails! ~

Posted on August 6, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

  While exploring the delta of Salmon Creek as it flows into Conconully Reservoir,(near Okanogan, WA — USA), I saw this sign — perfect for a COB, I thought! In March and April the Discovery trail at Long Beach, WA … Continue reading →

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~ Cee’s Black & White Photo Challenge ~ Paths and Trails ~

Posted on August 6, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

I love exploring in the wilderness — especially when there is a path that leads somewhere and a way to return home. Here are some favorites! The Breakers, Long Beach, WA — USA   Thanks to Cee for providing plenty … Continue reading →

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

Crescent Creek, OR ~ USA

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~ Summer Smiles ~ In A Vase On Monday ~

Posted on July 31, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

Black-eyed Susan, Cone Flower and Hydrangea are the dominant eye-catchers in my garden today. Today’s arrangement is presented in a ceramic teapot I found second-hand.   Summer is hitting us like a sledge hammer this week, so my front yard … Continue reading →

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~ Cee’s Odd Ball Photo Challenge ~

Posted on July 30, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

Anyone for lounging in the blackberry brambles? Jello in the boat enjoying shade and shoes! The Purple Heart of Queen Ann’s Lace. Things are warming up in the Pacific Northwest, USA, with temperatures predicted above 100° f (~38° c) by Wednesday … Continue reading →

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~ Creating A Garden ~ WPC: Satisfaction ~

Posted on July 29, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

There is something very gratifying about nurturing plants and having them thrive.     I feel the same pleasure as the birds I encourage to become residents in my landscape bring their fledges to the feeders and continue to keep … Continue reading →

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~ Fire In The Sky ~ Just Another Sunset ~

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

Over the past week I have been in a place where connectivity is ruled by nature, not the net, so I have been remiss in posting and responding. Please accept my apology. On my last night at Crescent Creek, the … Continue reading →

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~ Fledglings ~ Wordless Wednesday ~

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq
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~ Cloudy and Comfortable ~ Skywatch Friday ~

Posted on July 14, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

Our weather has been temperate, with sunny days interspersed with cloudy ones. No rain in the forecast, however! skywatch

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~ CEE’s B&W Photo Challenge: Signs ~

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Lindy Le Coq

Since I’ve already used my ‘Kids For Sale’ sign as an Odd Ball, here’s the lay of the land near where that photo was taken! With snow and ice on the roads last winter, this sign took something of a … Continue reading →

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