Tri-colored Blackbird       

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Robert Howson Tuesday, September 8, 2026 For most, it would appear to be an attractive male Red-winged Blackbird, but if one looks more carefully, you’ll notice the epaulets on the wing of the Tri-colored Blackbird are a scarlet red, not...

“ . . . and See”

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Shelley Schurch Sunday and Monday, September 6 and 7, 2026 Can you think of a sight or sound or taste or smell or touch that’s guaranteed to make you smile? Just thinking about such a list makes me smile! I know that the sound of a baby...

Preparing

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Maylan Schurch Sabbath, September 5, 2026 Not far from where Shelley and I live is this pleasant home, occupied by a dad and mom and two young children. A couple of weeks ago I noticed that workers arrived and were starting to get the...

Now That’s SUPPORT!

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Maylan Schurch Friday, September 4, 2026 Thursday morning of this week I was on my usual post-breakfast walk when I noticed this impressive line of Washington Energy Services trucks parked in front of a single residence. My first thought...

Yurt Camping

Photo and Commentary ©2026 by Russell Jurgensen Thursday, September 3, 2026 These Yurts at Seaquest State Park near Mount St. Helens provide a cozy campsite without the trouble of setting up a tent or hauling an RV. Finding thoughtful services like these yurts made me...