Four lounging lions: SS & WPCC

1 year ago

This sculpture of four lounging lions is at the Oregon Zoo in Portland. The 'Lunch Break' brown bronze sculptures were…

Mount Rainier images in 3 ways: First Friday Art

1 year ago

Today I'm sharing Mount Rainier images in 3 ways. Mount Rainier is an iconic mountain, southeast of Seattle, Washington. This…

Two taking off: Wordless Wednesday

1 year ago

https://vimeo.com/1105287609?share=copy#t=0 Two taking off at the Balloons Over Bend event on 25 July 2025 in Bend, Oregon Wordless Wednesday

1st in line: Jo’s Monday Walks

1 year ago

While out walking my dog, I noticed this mule deer who appeared to be 1st in line for the next…

Abe Capanna’s Neighborhood Pizzeria: Foodie Fridays

1 year ago

On Thursday, we ate at Abe Capanna’s Neighborhood Pizzeria. They opened in Bend, Oregon on Friday, July 18th. You can…

Whole Novel Workshop: FOWC

1 year ago

Highlights Foundation and magazine I recently learned I was chosen to participate in a Whole Novel Workshop hosted by the…

She’s surfin’ the Deschutes: Wordless Wednesday

1 year ago

https://vimeo.com/1102941629?share=copy#t=0 She's surfin' the Deschutes River at the Bend Whitewater Park in Oregon Wordless Wednesday Bend Branches always appreciates your…

Iceplants in California up close: MM & FOTD

1 year ago

I saw these iceplants in California up close at Leffingwell Landing Park. This plant, Carpobrotus chilensis, is known as an…

Wandering beneath the giants: LAPC & ST

1 year ago

The sun peers at me wandering beneath the giants. I pause beside an ancient one. She is broad and strong…

A visit to San Simón: Foodie Friday

1 year ago

Last week, we visited San Simón, in downtown Bend. This restaurant is known for its unique cocktails. They have a…