In my backyard, an old western juniper tree serves as my muse. Hope you enjoy these pictures that show the…
The blooms of sagebrush are not not big, showy, or colorful. Nonetheless, their muted colors and delicate blossoms exude a…
This morning I saw a colorful and glowing sunrise over the High Desert of Central Oregon. What a wonderful way…
Here's a photo of some cactus plants blooming in my garden this summer. They make gorgeous flowers but you have…
This western kingbird distracted us while we were on a field trip looking for Swainson's hawks and ground squirrels. Their…
Storms can be raging around you Clouding your judgement Darkening your mood Look for the passes On your horizons Make…
Xeriscaping Have you ever seen a plant out in nature and thought to yourself, “Wow, I wish I could have…
Out of focus but in tune I recently heard a complicated and beautiful birdsong but it took me a minute…
Tufted evening primrose, Oenothera caespitosa One of my favorite things to do when I get up in the morning is…
Purple sage and paintbrush A desert can be desolateArid and barren Spring showersSplash colors Of brilliant huesAmidst the sand Painting…