It is our favorite rollercoaster, and it puts smiles on children and adults alike. Dips, peaks, and smooth curves combine perfectly to thrill without jolting the joints. Here’s the view from over the top of one of its largest hills. It was loud, rollicking, good time. #rollercoaster #disney #slinkydogdash
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Wet Wooly Bear
Temperatures approached freezing that morning, and then the sprinklers came on to add to the insult of this cold, wet caterpillar, which is sometimes called a “wooly bear.” It wasn’t moving when I found it, and I wondered if it were still alive. It shuttered a bit when I gently touched it, but it didContinue reading “Wet Wooly Bear”
Father Christmas in the Light
Christmas season arrives at the end of the year, but brings with it a sense of new beginnings. Perhaps that is why, as an older adult, I prefer to view it through the eyes of a child. #christmas #dawn #newyear #end #beginning
She Who Watches
Her name is Tsagaglalal, “She Who Watches,” and she maintains her vigil along the Columbia River. Long ago, Coyote, the trickster, had climbed up to cliffs where the chief resided to watch over her people. He told her that change was coming to her people and then turned her to stone so she could continueContinue reading “She Who Watches”
Galapagos 2014: Day 1, Getting Started
Saturday Travelogue To be continued…
Not-so-wily Wile
Poor Mr. Wile E. Coyote always comes out on the downside of his luck; even in real life he’s not very wily. Here is his silhouette in the dent on the back of a car, another one of his misfortunes. While I appreciate the humor of the owner of the car, I was surprised thatContinue reading “Not-so-wily Wile”
Sky Delights and Christmas Lights
On a recent walk through the neighborhood after sunset, Venus and the crescent moon winked through gaps in the trees as we took in the local Christmas decorations. We were quite delighted by both. #venus #moon #christmaslights #christmas #evening
First Arrivals
Yesterday morning our first goldfinches of the season were spotted at the feeder. They always arrive between Thanksgiving and Christmas and brighten the season even though they are in their drab, winter plumage. I can’t help wondering if they are as excited to arrive at their winter home as we are to see them. #winterContinue reading “First Arrivals”
Christmas Spirits
The decorations and the tree are up and shining with Christmas spirit. Of course, a little snack and one of our favorite beverages also has us bubbling. #christmas #spirit #sparklingwine #chirstmastree
Around the World in 1080 Days
Just imagine setting out to sea in such a craft with the idea of sailing around a world that many still thought to be flat. Food and water were terrible, and sleeping was mostly done on deck, since the holds of such vessels were full of supplies and ballast that made it nearly unlivable belowdecks.Continue reading “Around the World in 1080 Days”
