"The old Lakota was wise. He knew that a man’s heart away from nature becomes hard. He knew that lack of respect for growing, living things soon led to lack of respect for humans, too. So he kept his children close to nature’s softening influence."
~ Chief Luther Standing Bear (1868 - 1939), Oglala Lakota
I found this beauty on the backyard flowers, unfortunately, I don't see them nearly as much as I did years ago.
Read MoreThis incredible piece of craftsmanship appeared next to a Willamette river pathway, close to University of Oregon. I thought it might be the work of beavers however, since I'm not a wildlife expert I'd welcome comments on your best guess.
Read MoreMiddle fork of the Willamette river at Dorris Ranch in Springfiled, Oregon. Dorris Ranch is a working farm full of hazelnut trees, and is also a natural historic site with walking trails.
Read More"The Currin bridge is a Howe truss covered bridge near Cottage Grove, Oregon. It crosses the Row River. The Currin bridge was built in 1925 to replace another bridge built in 1883."
Read More