What Makes It Tick?

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Russell Jurgensen Thursday, October 1, 2026 This steam train operating out of Elbe, Washington used to haul large loads of timber.  Now it offers a nice scenic ride. The way steam can transfer power from the boiler area to the pistons is...

Walk & Talk with Our Creator

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Darren Milam Wednesday, September 30, 2026 While visiting Yosemite National Park, I came across this unusual scene. At first glance, it seems a bit out of place, but for me, it serves as a powerful reminder. A reminder of what? That our...

Travel Caution     

    Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Robert Howson Tuesday, September 29, 2026 Age had taken its toll, but it still retained its somewhat youthful appearance in spite of a few scratches and blemishes acquired over time.  Surprisingly, no bullet holes punctured its...

Cloud Climbing

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Shelley Schurch Sunday and Monday, September 27 and 28, 2026 I’m a sky-gazer. It’s an inexpensive hobby, and richly rewarding. Sometimes I’ll take a break from being too much indoors and step out on our front steps and look up and around...

Companions

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Maylan Schurch Sabbath, September 26, 2026 I am certainly no bird expert, but as I get a chance, I enjoy watching crows. As research has discovered, crows are complex birds, and have personalities. However, most often when I’ve...