In a place like Bend, the Winter holidays also mean an increase in tourism. More specifically, an increase in snow activity tourism (skiing,...

I wrote yesterday about my unexpected run-in with Herman the Tortoise. Honestly, I was more excited than I would have expected and took LOTS...

I love going to Drake Park to clear my head. I know there are a lot of beautiful parks in Bend, but Drake is less than 2 miles from the hous...

Today's weather is what I would consider typical for the end of October; cloudy, a little misty, and slightly surprising.  I wasn't ...

Fall is one of my favorite times of the year. Yes, I prefer warmer weather, but you can't beat the beautiful natural colors that the coo...

On Wednesday August 22nd, I had the pleasure of going to the LSA (Les Schwab Amphitheater) and hearing Michael Franti and Spearhead perform....

So, my intent was to go to Balloons Over Bend for the morning launches and night glow and take lots of pictures. Instead, I ended up volunte...

Before this trip, I had only been to Tumalo Falls in the Winter - Park 2-3 miles out and walk/hike to the falls. In the Summer it's much...

I woke up around 3:30AM so I could head up to Sparks Lake and watch the sunrise. Unfortunately, it was far too cloudy to see any spectacular...

It was a wonderful 81˚ today in Bend. With a light breeze, I really couldn't ask for better weather. As the sun began to set, the clouds...

I've heard over and over that the moon tonight is supposed to be as close to Earth as it will get this year. So, I went outside after su...

Spring has definitely sprung in Bend! Blossoms on the tree right outside our front door: Hopefully warmer weather appears in the not so...

When I woke up this morning and peeked out the window, I was so excited to see that it was snowing! It's now nearing sunset, and the sn...

I love evenings like this. When we have a full moon (or nearly full moon), the sight is stunning as it rises over the hills as the sun sets;...

Tonight's sunset was beautiful; the colors reminded me of the spring sunsets in Bend. I didn't make it to a place with a mountain v...

Sorry if I haven't responded to e-mails and comments lately, I've been away for the holiday. But, I'm back - With a tripod (fina...

Well, I really wasn't sure about posting this photo. The sunset was gorgeous tonight, but I really liked the full mountain view. In orde...

I've been seeing these birds more and more outside my window, and finally decided to snap a picture. The vivid blue color is stunning. ...

The moon in Bend, Oregon before the eclipse

Tonight's sunset was gorgeous. hopefully more like it will soon come