I just have a couple of more winter photos of Bend to share. At least for now. One of the prettiest places located right downtown Bend is Drake Park. The Deschutes River runs right through the heart of town and this beautiful little park is in the middle of it. Outside of town you will …
Winter Sunset
The last day of my 365 blog left me with mixed feelings. I felt a real sense of accomplishment in posting every day for 366 days. But I also felt a sense of loss. Maybe its just the uncertainty of what this blog will bring this year and not quite knowing where to go with …
Weekly Challenge – Reflections
If you ever need a place of quiet and solitude with time to reflect, this is the place to do it. Sparks Lake, Cascades Lake Highway, Oregon.
Day 291 – A Perfect Fall Day
Today was one of those perfect autumn days . . . the air was crisp, the sky was a deep blue, and the only clouds in the sky were the remnants of jet trails crisscrossing high above. The recent cold weather and moisture resulted in a light dusting of snow on the mountains. I had …
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 …
