Microscopes and magnifying glasses have been part of my existence since childhood. Curiosity always demanded a closer look in hopes of seeing the “invisible,” not the imaginary invisible, but real things too small to be seen with the naked eye. There is a whole ‘nother world to be seen through the magnifying lens, and whatContinue reading “A Closer Look”
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Reflecting the Season
Rays from the setting sun shine and reflect across the southern wall of the music room this time of year. This only happens close to the summer solstice, which occurs on June 21 this year, when the sun rises and sets as far north along the horizon as it ever gets. It’s a sure signContinue reading “Reflecting the Season”
Planetary Parade
This photo was taken from my back yard with an iPhone yesterday evening. The planetary grouping in the western sky after sunset will become even more spectacular the next few evenings as Jupiter and Venus make their closest approach to each other on the evenings of June 8 and 9. They will share the skyContinue reading “Planetary Parade”
The Lucky Bunny-what
The wine was great and the trimmings were captivating, especially this brass figure at the Celestial Hills Tasting Room in McMinnville, Oregon. Depending on the angle of view, I couldn’t decide whether it looked more like a goat, a bunny, or what, but with the mustache and monocle, it certainly was quite a spectacle. EvenContinue reading “The Lucky Bunny-what”
Peek at a Peak From 32,000 Feet
Clouds shrouded the view for most of our recent cross country flight. About half way through the trip I glanced down, wondering where we were. The clouds reluctantly gave way at the perfect moment, and I caught a glimpse of the familiar terrain of Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park. First the Twin Sisters, then MountContinue reading “Peek at a Peak From 32,000 Feet”
A Birthday Hug
This centerpiece is like nothing that could be bought in a store. It was designed and handmade as a gift for my wife by a very dear friend. It is like a warm, birthday hug. Thanks, Ginny. #birthday #hug #centerpiece #handmade # friend
Cerebral Anthill
It rose from the ground, complex and convoluted, brain-like in appearance. However, it lacked hemispheres and lobes like a real brain, so the illusion quickly crumbled, even before any ants could arise start their day. Still, the sight of grass sprouting from the “brain” like new ideas, fresh, fertile, and green, had me scratching myContinue reading “Cerebral Anthill”
The Long and the Short
Why the two mailboxes are not the same height, I don’t know, but I have come to refer to the scene as “the long and the short of it.” However, the bluebird did not appear concerned by silly such questions as it settled upon the taller post, content and unruffled. #bluebird #mailbox
No Offense
The old-timey Hangry Redhead restaurant in Banks, Oregon, left us satisfied and laughing recently but not the least bit offended with their freshly-made meals, friendly staff, and humorous displays and signs. We definitely want to return, and you can take that to the “Banks.” #hangryredhead #restaurant #nooffense #banksoregon
Spider Hider
I had never seen a spider web with a reinforced “pad” for the spider to crouch upon or hide behind before. On the other side was a spider that I also had never beheld before. Whether for privacy, protection or hiding place for the spider, I don’t know, but I was happy to be tooContinue reading “Spider Hider”
