February 19

Happy Birthday Richard!!!

I had to take these pictures of this gorgeous sunset quickly, as you can see the colors are fading rapidly. Today is my youngest brothers birthday, he is 47.

February 20

This sign describes it all. Libby is certainly spoiled rotten.

I couldn't resist taking this picture. Libby, sleeping with her tongue hanging out.

February 21

Libby, what a great dog. I took this picture because of the way she is holding her paws. So cute when she crosses her paws. Believe it or not, it is very hard to get a picture of her "crossing her paws." She always moves if she knows you are about to photograph her.

February 22

I got this candle for my grandma for Valentine's Day. I love the smell and I love to have candles burning.

February 23

Scott and I had an amazing and wonderful trip on an Alaskan Cruise in June, 2010. I FINALLY got some of our pictures matted in this Alaska frame. We had the best time on this trip. I kept the plastic cover on the matted frame to help protect the pictures until I can get a glass frame, hence the glare.

February 24

Fresh morning snow in February. We didn't get enough for a snow day or even a delay, but it is still pretty. This picture is taken outside of my grandma's house.


Morning sunset with snow on the hills. WOW, I love all the colors.

February 25

I love hummingbirds. I have been trying for a long time to get a "shot" at one at the feeder. I just happen to be outside with my camera and this ruby-red hummer came by to get some food. Of course it is very cold outside, so he wasn't afraid to let me watch as he got some food.

February 18

This was such a pretty scene. The moon was beautiful this night. My camera doesn't do the beauty of this night justice.
Take my word, amazingly gorgeous.

February 17

Eating healthy. My picture of the day, is my salad I had for lunch. It was delicious. I have been eating a large salad each day and on the rare occasions I don't, I really miss my "greens" and I get a craving for salad. That is a good thing. :-)

February 16

My grandma got me this lovely flower. This is an indoor plant only, and I love the deep red of the blooms. I took this picture several times, trying to get the "right" view.

February 15

Our precious dog Libby. She is a good friend and loyal companion. I love to take pictures of her. She is so cute!!!!

February 15

February 14

Happy Valentine's Day

This is a collection of my valentines. A card from our grandson (which I just adore), some chocolates, a beautiful pair of earrings (from my handsome hubby), and some wonderful smelling lotion. A pretty good day.

February 13

On our way back to The Dalles from Brownsville, we decided to stop at Starvation Creek on Hwy 84. We were amazed at what we discovered. We found this beautiful waterfall and walking bridge. There is a nice picnic area there that we plan on visiting this summer. There is also another trail, but we didn't get to hike on it since we were pressed for time.

February 13, 2011

February 12, 2011

These pictures were taken outside of our home in Brownsville, Oregon. We love this old tree. This maple tree is over 100 years old, and is a historical part of Brownsville.

These pictures of this tree were accidentally posted earlier, so you get to see them again. They are beautiful and unique.

February 5-11, 2011

February 5, 2011

 This is a picture of my grandma's Christmas Catus.  It is so pretty and the blooms are goregous.  I think this plant should be called a "Holiday Catus."

February 6, 2011

 Scott and I are getting ready to start planting our cold weather crops.  I am so excited for fresh veggies.  We don't have the large amount of space that we have had before, but we still have a good plan so we can start planting.  YUMMY!!!!!

February 7



 These two pictures where taken on my way to work.  I loved the way the sky and clouds looked.  My camera doesn't show the beautiful contrast of colors very well.   I am super excited to get a new camera, some day.  :-)

February 8

These pictures were taken on my home from work.  I love this old building.  There is such uniqueness in the lines and texture of this old barn.  I can just imagine who has walked into this barn years ago. 

February 9

 I love the way this picture turned out.  I was trying to capture the light, clouds, and the Columbia Gorge River all connected as one, and seperate at the same time.  I liked using the tree as a focal point.  It took me a little while to find the perfect spot to take this picture.  I am glad I didn't loose the beautiful light sharing space with the clouds. 

February 10

Two wonderful pictures of Mt. Adams.  It was such a sunny and bright morning. 

This picture was taken on the way home.  I wanted to catch the light reflecting on Mt. Hood.  I like this picture, but I think my photos will be better when I get a higher quality camera. 

February 11 

I got these flowers for my grandma.  We both love flowers and we both love pink, so fitting.  Grandma loved the bouquet and they are still blooming and looking wonderful.

 A beautiful sunrise taken on the way to work.  I love all the colors.  So lovely. 

This picture is taken at Brownsville, Oregon outside of our house on Washburn Street.  This is a walnut tree and I absolutely love this old tree.  About 3-4 years ago, maybe longer, the city wanted to take this tree out because they were putting in a new sewer system and the pipes went right along the base of the tree.  Scott told them that we wanted to keep the tree and I am so glad he did.  This tree is over 100 years old and is one of the first trees planted in Brownsville.  It is an awesome looking tree. 

January 29, 2011

This picture is taken at my grandma and grandpa's house.  I am not sure when my grandpa put in the flag pole, but I know that it has been there for as long as I can remember.  Let "Old Glory" wave freely in the air for all to see. 


January 30, 2011

I love pansies.  They are one of the first signs of spring.  This is a double and I think it is beautiful.  It is such a nice day, that I had to go buy some pansies so I could plant them.

January 30, 2011

I love pansies.  They are one of the first signs of spring.  This is a double and I think it is beautiful.  Today is such a nice day, that I had to buy some pansies and plant them. 

February 4, 2011

Another country barn.  I love this picture.  This was taken on a beautiful sunny day, with highs peaking at 58 degrees.  I can't wait to go back to this spot and take this picture again in the summer.  

February 3, 2011

I found these pictures of frozen ice so interesting, that I decided to photograph them.  These pictures were taken outside of Moro, Oregon.  During our extremely cold temperatures of 12 degrees to 32 degrees, someone turned on these sprinklers that water surrounding plants.  There was still water in the lines, creating these frozen ice sculptures.  I believe the water is green, because they use "gray" water, which is water from washing dishes, laundry and such, to provide moisture for the plants.  It is not often that you find such an unique picture and I am so glad I was able to capture "the sceen,"....... A truly enjoyable experience. 

February 2, 2011

Today is Ground Hog's Day.  Ice frozen on a branch.  Earlier in the week, I took a picture of a pansy because I thought spring was coming.  Today the high temperature was 36 degrees and the low was 15 degrees.  Even though the sun is shining and it is beautiful outside, be prepared for very cold temperatures.

Since I started taking daily pictures, I have discovered that I need to carry my camera with me at all times, so I don't miss those rare opportunities to photograph something amazing. 

February 1, 2011

Mt. Adams in the background with windmills in the front.  A gorgeous day.  Who would believe that the high was only 34 degrees today.  This was a cold day with a low of 23 degrees.  The artic air is moving in.

Windmills on the way to Moro.  I am heading to work on this beautiful day.  I love the drive to Moro on Highway 97, such wonderful things to enjoy and take in.  I also go to Moro on Highway 206, known as Fulton Canyon.