As I have been posting lately, it has been very hot and dry here the past few weeks. Â We have a threat of thunderstorms for the next couple of days and the Governor has declared a State of Emergency for the state of Oregon because of the wildfire threat. When we went out for our …
Day 200 – Grass
While out on our walk last evening, I saw these grasses among the rye grass in the field across from our house. Â These may be rye grass that has "flowered" or something, but they don't look anything like the other rye grass. I liked the softness of them. Â The lighting was too dark and dull …
Day 196 – Summer Activities
Bend is always bustling in the summer and this weekend it is in overdrive. Â I got up early this morning (which is hard for me to do on the weekend) so I could go down to the river to photograph the start of the Bend Splash and Dash. There are several events catering to all …
Day 176 – Bite of Bend
Another reason I love living in Bend, Oregon is that there is always something going on - especially during the summer. Â This weekend was the annual "Bite of Bend," a charity event for the Boys and Girls Club. More than 30 local food vendors set up shop on the streets of downtown Bend and sell …
Day 175 – A Summer’s Day
Today I woke to pouring rain. Â But as is typical for this part of Oregon, it can be raining one minute and the sun will be shining the next. Â Today was no exception. By mid afternoon the sun was shining and the big, black storm clouds were receding into the distance. Â I went down to …
