I had a busy day today with a lot to do at home after work. I didn't have time to plan for my photos today so I had to do a quick shoot. I've posted photos of my cat, Tuxedo, before, but I don't think I've posted any of Pia. She's the oldest (13), the …
Day 260 – In My “Backyard” Part II
The wildfire that has been burning here for the past week tripled in size Friday night and is now 16,000 acres (or 25 square miles). Some areas near the town of Sisters are on pre-evacuation notice. The wind changed direction, blowing the smoke right into Bend. All we had to do to get away from …
Day 259 – In My “Backyard”
Sparks Lake is one of the most photographed lakes in the Central Oregon Cascades. Even though I've been there a number of times, I am always in awe when I get there. Today was no exception. It is only a 30 minute drive from Bend, just past the Mt. Bachelor ski area, along the Cascades …
Day 254
The fire that I wrote about yesterday is now about 2000 acres. The good news is the wind has changed direction and it is heading away from civilization. The smoke covering the area created another spectacular red sunrise this morning. This photo was taken from my office just after sunrise. I'm attaching a photo that …
Day 231 – Miscellaneous
The immediate threat of wildfire has passed although conditions are ripe for one to pop up at any time. The thunderstorms that were predicted didn't happen - at least not right here. We had a few drops of rain this morning, but it wasn't even enough to make the sidewalks wet. But clear skies reappeared …
Through My Lens 