Silver Falls in sunlight

Some places around us, even if they are not mountains, are so beautiful, that we visit them regularly. 9-miles circular Silver Falls trail in Oregon is such a place. The first time I was there three years ago; we walked in the . . . → Continue reading Silver Falls in sunlight

Seal

I absolutely cannot understand, how this lardy body can relax on the log which is significantly finer. And it can also jump for a more comfortable position! Two more seal’s facial expressions:

White Pelican

Saw it recently in Eastern Washington. The bird has some strange growths on the beak, but looks healthy.

One more photo:

Chipmunk

Skagit Valley Cold Spring

Despite our untypically cold spring, tulips are blooming.

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March. White and Pink

By strange circumstances of my life, I couldn’t return home for two months, and as result, moved from January directly to April. Here now everything is white and pink, and also yellow. Although the spring is cold and wet, . . . → Continue reading March. White and Pink

Spring is coming

January 1st. Ski and Swim

First time I visited Vancouver many years ago. I was there for the interview, and as the city’s features advertisement got the statement, that it is a unique place, where you can “ski and swim on the same day”. At that time I choose Victoria instead of . . . → Continue reading January 1st. Ski and Swim

The promenade of the little green heron

Far-far away, in warm Florida, on the Big Pine Island, on the mangroves branch above the little pond, the little green heron sat. And looked in the water with extreme attention. Because if look somewhere long enough, you can see something interesting.

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Darkness

The longest and darkest night of the year is here. The shortest day follows it.