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Friday Flowers with my Furry Friend

Saw lots of beautiful flowers while out walking my dog this morning in the Old Mill District of Bend, Oregon.

SoyBend

Centered in Bend, Oregon, my blog branches out into nature, history, and art-related topics.

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