A Splash of Green, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Last, but not least, if you’re reading from the bottom up, is this beauty. We planted a bunch of succulents around in various pots hoping they would weather the winter. This one has, in terrific style.
Cherry Blossoms, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Yesterday, when I got home from work, I looked around the yard and thought… wow, it’s beautiful right now. So I did what I do… snapped a few shots.
The Obscure Eagle, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
I took this photo yesterday. Yes, there is a Bald Eagle in this photograph. Really. Look closely. Sadly, by the time I got in the clear it took off. Seems it was a bit camera shy.
Washed Up, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Just a bit of a branch that had washed up at some point. And yes… if you’ve read the previous post and wondered, Weston did leave his mark on this one as well. There should be a sign… Weston was here.
Riley – Beach Dog, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
So it’s Wednesday which means I need to get a move on about posting our events, travels, etc. from last weekend. I’m a bit late. Ah well… it’s my blog I suppose so I can post when I get the time. Which happens to be now. So… anywho…. enough mumbling about why I haven’t posted this stuff before now. Let’s get on with it.
This last weekend we went to the beach for our anniversary. It’s sort of become a bit of a tradition (except for last year when our anniversary fell in the middle of the week and we couldn’t really get away). It was Riley’s first trip to the coast, ever, and she loved it. She wasn’t fazed by it at all, even when it rained a ton. Pretty amazing. She’s a cool customer.
Tires, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Here I am… Getting the screw taken out of the tire. It’s been there
since the December storm. Too long I guess. At least the tire never
blew out. Comforting.
I came in saying I had a screw loose. I think they could tell that
just by looking at me. Then I told them I needed balance. Amazing what
you can get at Les Schwab huh? Full service is right.
Pups as Art, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
We went to the park, Cathedral Park, on Sunday. The pups enjoyed their walk, even though it was a little too hot for their longish hair. This is them, posing… well, sort of posing. That would be Weston on the left and Riley on the right.
Urban, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
We wandered down to Saturday Market today. It just reopened for the season last weekend. We love it there. Great place to spend an afternoon.
The market is going through some changes, moving part of itself to a different locale (across Naito Parkway and into part of Waterfront Park) which will be pretty cool actually. This is a building that’s been sort of in the middle of the market for years. It’s getting an overhaul. Wonder what will be in it and if they will keep the cool elephant painting on the side.
Back At Work, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Here I am. Back from vacation and back at work. I’m currently missing
road food, good music played loudly, and the constant companionship of
my honey. Ah well…. There’s England and Poland in May to look
forward to. Say it like a mantra.
The Bench, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
When I see empty benches, no matter where they are, a part of me always wonders who has been there before me? Since this bench was installed… what’s it’s history? We passed this same bench, on a previous walk in Cathedral Park, and a woman was sitting on it, holding her two small dogs. She and the dogs looked tired. Another time it held an older couple. Several times, several different people or combinations of people and their dogs or kids or other peeps, have occupied it as we passed. If it could tell it’s tale I bet it would be pretty darn interesting. Man… am I waxing philosophical or what?
Sauvie Island, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
This and the photos that follow were taken yesterday on Sauvie Island. We had a really nice time wandering about out there. I’d recommend it.
Rough Road, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
It wasn’t actually that rough, but the sign made for a good shot. You can also see the funky valve/spigot thingy. I know… so technical.
Derelict, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Not sure what the deal was with this building, it was empty, but had these huge rusty pipes coming up out of it toward and then under the road. Went to a couple of big valve type things on the other side of the road. Also don’t know what’s with what looked like some sort of elaborate fish traps crossing this body of water, but all told it made a cool photo.
Winter Afternoon, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Like I said previously, it was lovely out. Who could look at this and not be awed by what’s right there in front of us. We are so lucky to live in such an amazing and magical place.
Migratory, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Looking For The V, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Eagles, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Hard to see them really, and man was I wishing for a better telephoto lens, but there’s a bald eagle in this shot, among other birds. One, I think, might be another eagle.
Little McNary Lake, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
I took this yesterday on Sauvie Island while we were roaming about. I think it’s Little McNary Lake. Not completely sure, but mostly sure.
Ready to Dock, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
We’ve had a spectacular President’s Day weekend. It’s the first full weekend where we didn’t have a rental to work on. Woo Hoo! It’s been lovely.
Saturday we stayed home, relaxed, surfed the net, read, watched some Seinfeld, and were pretty mellow.
Yesterday we, including Kev and the pups, went to Sauvie Island to just drive around and explore. Kev drove, we had the ipod plugged in, and we made a few stops to wander, take photographs, and just check out various parts of the island. It was gorgeous out. One of those winter days that teases about the approach of Spring and warmer weather. We saw some cool birds, including a Bald Eagle, and found a few really wonderful places for future hikes (when they open in April after the wildlife birding season is over). We’re excited to go back and explore. We also found a great place to put our kayak in the water. I think loads of good times are to be had this coming summer on Sauvie Island.
Today Karen and I wandered around the city a bit doing some errands, having breakfast out (always a lovely thing to do), visiting family, walking the dogs a little, and shopping for baby gifts. So nice. We just went where we felt like going, did what we felt like doing. Wonderful.
This shot, taken yesterday, is from out sojourn around the island. I’m going to post a few shots from the day yesterday. It was just beautiful out.
The Helen McCol, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
The theme for the week is Nautical. I took this one in Newport Bay at the Marina there. It’s something I always love to do when we head over to Newport… cruise the docks, take some photos, check out the fishing fleet. The name of this lady is the Helen McCol.
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Winter Sunset, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Driving home tonight the sunset was quite pretty. Here’s the best shot I could get with my iphone while I was driving. Yes, I understand there are a lot of things inherently wrong with this statement… driving… iphone… taking photos. I get it and I’m an idiot for even doing it, but look… not bad.
Snow Drops, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
The Crematorium, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
Great murals. The plan is to cover the whole building. The murals face the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge along the Springwater Corridor. Pretty cool.
Below the Burnside, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
You get some really good views of the city, the river, and the bridges by strolling the eastbank esplanade. I highly recommend it. Or, if you don’t feel like strolling, bike it. Really good for either.
Morrison, originally uploaded by Tokenhippygirl.
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