On our way home from Portland last week we took a short rest stop at the Peter Skene Ogden State Scenic Overlook. It's a wonderful spot to take a break, have a packed lunch, or just stretch your legs. It has a great view of the Crooked River Canyon 300 feet below. Maralee
Miranda Friday
I liked this profile photo of Miranda because her eye was so clear. Amazing what an iPhone can capture. Maralee
Queen of the West
The cruise paddle wheeler "Queen of the West" was parked on the Columbia River the day before we left Portland. The first cruise of the season was scheduled to begin April 26th. A heavy rainstorm had passed over about 30 minutes before I took this photo. The sky had cleared above me but the ominous clouds …
Lightning Striking By The Train Tracks
Love this shot. Something for me to aspire to.
Seal
When we first got to the Portland Zoo, this seal was swimming around. A little later in the day he was posing on a rock. What a beautiful creature. Maralee
Through My Lens 