Nature

Finding serenity in a kayak: LAPC

I always have a way of finding serenity when I’m in a kayak.

Majestic mountains can surround you in a gentle hug.

Wallowa Lake

You can pause and reflect on your life.

Reflections at Clear Lake

Wild animals will welcome you to their landscape.

Mule deer at Three Creek Lake

You see things from a totally different perspective.

Mt Bachelor from Hosmer Lake

And if you pay close attention, Nature will point the way.

Reflections at Little Lava Lake

Lens-Artists Photo Challenge – Serenity

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

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