Double Take

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Shelley Schurch Sunday, May 25, 2025 Was he guilty of soliciting? No. Loitering? No. He paused to pose for a few Private Property photos, but didn’t loiter or linger (or even litter, which the sign did not prohibit). Did he trespass? Yes,...

Invitation

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Maylan Schurch Sabbath, May 24, 2025 Friday afternoon of this week I was driving home from our local library, where I’d been working on this week’s sermon. I passed by a familiar neighborhood landmark – an old Shakey’s Pizza place which...

Roadside Attractions

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Russell Jurgensen Thursday and Friday, May 22 and 23, 2025 With so many flowers out in May, I can’t get all of them in one photo so here is a sample. These Rhododendrons caught my eye because of the contrast of the flowers and the...

Growth and Transformation

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Darren Milam Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Last year, we had the opportunity of visiting a local iris farm, where the sheer variety of irises was both stunning and a bit overwhelming as we tried to choose a few for our garden. A quick Bing...

White Ibis

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Robert Howson Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Give them credit, the ancient Egyptians worked hard at making sure their bases were covered. They had a god for every possible situation, and some, such as Thoth, served multiple roles. Thoth was often...

East or West?

Photo ©2007 and Commentary ©2025 by Chuck Davis Monday, May 19, 2025 On the Pacific Crest Trail, just north of Snoqualmie Pass, hikers encounter the Kendall Katwalk and views of The Four Brothers. At the Katwalk, the trail crosses the backbone of the Cascade Mountain...