FOTD – January 23 – Berries on a Winter Day

In a winter landscape which was a muted green and a sluggish brown, these berries provided a little bit of color! This is my first entry to Cee’s world of flowers (Flower of the Day Challenge), though my offering is not exactly flowers. Please follow along if you are one of those you must stop to take pictures of flowers. You will find kindred spirits … Continue reading FOTD – January 23 – Berries on a Winter Day

We made it to Olympic National Park (Part 1) !

With the days considerably cooler and falls colors popping up everywhere, there is no denying we are in Autumn! And no better time than now to reminisce about our summer travels, which were very local and subdued due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But the good thing is, we added a fifth National Park in our list of US National Parks visited! With only 3 days … Continue reading We made it to Olympic National Park (Part 1) !

Lake Annette hike near Seattle

Waterfalls, wildflowers, pretty wood bridges, and an emerald lake – the Lake Annette hike has something for everyone! At more than 7.5 miles round trip with steady climbing, I would not classify this hike as easy. But if you have enough time in your hands to be able to take a lot of breaks to rest the legs, this hike is totally do-able by beginner … Continue reading Lake Annette hike near Seattle

Monday Window – Paris je t’aime

I love windows, and how they frame a picture and give clues into what lies beyond them. And I am so happy to find the Monday Window challenge and connect with other bloggers who share the same fascination for windows. This is the actually one of the iconic clocks built into the facade of the Musee d’Orsay in Paris that also serve as windows overlooking … Continue reading Monday Window – Paris je t’aime