April gave us one of those wonderful weeks of sun that lulls you into thinking that the gray and rain is done, so it was a brilliant week, yet my weather apps are telling me that there is still some clouds coming in. For those not familiar with our weather here, it does not rain…
Tag: gardens
This week in The Pearl – April 16, 2025
One of the reasons we chose The Pearl district of Portland is that it does have a bit of a Parisian ambience. Here is my view as I write. A cobble stone – technically basalt stones that were originally used as ballast on ships – tree-lined streets, bicycles, people walking, and sitting outside at a…
San Diego Weekend
What a great time
Summer day at the Arboretum
Washington Park Arboretum is one of the gems of Seattle. I walked along Azalea Way, dazzling colors all around. This old gnarled tree caught my attention.
Friday near Mt Tabor, Portland, OR
Arrived for a weekend with friends in Portland, a warm 97F, sat on patio and painted while waiting for them to return. A perfect start. Watercolor and ink, 5×8
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